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Bulk bags can vary in cost like any other custom products. Some smaller, lighter bags can be anywhere from $5-6 per bag, but as the bags get larger or require more components (specialty liners, sift proofing, static dissipative or color fabric, artwork, etc.) they can get upwards of $100 per bag. More complex bags typically cost more due to the additional pieces and labor involved in putting them together. It’s similar to buying a car, if you want the standard model, it’s cheaper and should work well, but as you add more bells and whistles, the price goes up.

Bulk bags for coffee beans are essential for maintaining the freshness and flavor of coffee from wholesale to retail levels. Global-Pak offers a range of high-quality bulk bags designed to meet the diverse needs of the coffee industry. This blog provides detailed insights into the benefits of using FIBCs for coffee beans.

What is a drainable bulk bag, and when would I need one? Well, if you are reading this blog post, you may be in need of bulk bags for draining purposes, or killing some time educating yourself on FIBC options (and we are glad you chose to do so here!)

Our Quality Manager evaluated 3 popular bag discharge dispensers to see which was the best overall for our customers. He tested each with a filled bulk bag to evaluate usage based on durability, ease of use, and overall performance, and he ranked these on a scale of 1-5. Based on his testing, Fledbag was the top candidate! Check out his reviews below:

Bulk bags, also known as flexible intermediate bulk containers (FIBCs), have become an integral part of the dairy industry due to their efficiency and versatility in handling large volumes of dairy products, from powdered milk to cheese curds. These sturdy containers are designed to safeguard their contents from external elements while providing significant cost savings on transportation and storage.

As we see the global focus on environmental issues grow, businesses are increasingly seeking sustainable packaging solutions that minimize environmental impact. Traditional packaging products such as single-use plastics and non-recyclable materials contribute significantly to pollution and take up space in landfills. There is a pressing need for sustainable packaging alternatives that reduce waste and minimize environmental harm not only in the consumer sector, but in industrial applications as well. Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (FIBCs), commonly known as bulk bags or big bags, can be an industrial solution to sustainability when used and recycled properly.

Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (FIBCs), also known as bulk bags or big bags, are widely used for transporting and storing a variety of materials that vary from coarse to fine. While FIBCs offer numerous benefits such as cost-effectiveness and ease of handling, they can encounter various problems during their lifecycle. Global-Pak has provided a quick troubleshooting guide to explore some common issues faced with FIBCs and provide practical solutions to prevent them.

Bulk bags should be purchased from a reliable team with experience in bulk packaging. Purchasing from a reputable vendor, especially one with in-house testing, can help ensure your bulk bags are high quality and safe. Ideally, you want a vendor with buying power as well, to improve pricing, but with strong customer service to answer your questions and solve problems quickly.

Repairing a slight tear in a bulk bag is simple if you have bulk bag repair tape. It should be used for minor cuts or holes, not for seams or severe damage.

The above is an example of what you should see on either bag tag or printed on the bag itself. The sizing of the print should always be a minimum measurement of 3.9 inches or 100mm in length. Letters and Numerals must be at least 12mm tall, and have the UN Number printed on 2 panels or 2 labels on two opposite sides of the bag. The stacking symbol must be displayed with stack test load marked above it. A Stack Graphic/Symbol must be at a minimum of 100mm x 100mm.

Many tests are involved with BOPP bags, the most common of which are drop, peel strength, and coefficient of friction (COF) tests. Some of these tests are simple, while others require specified machines dedicated to what standards need to be followed. All testing is important, and some customers have tighter tolerances require precise evaluations.

Reusable bulk bags are known within the packaging industry as “Multi-Trip Bulk Bags.” In order for a bulk bag to be reusable, it must be certified as a Multi-Trip bulk bag and rated with a 6:1 Safety Factor. A standard bulk bag is for one time use only and has a 5:1 Safety Factor. All bulk bag designs are tested on a top-life test machine and are certified to determine if they pass as single or multi-use. If a bag is rated as a Multi-Use, it should clearly state “Multi-Use” and “6:1 Safety Factor” on the bag tag, in addition to a section that allows for a clear notation of how many times the bag has been used.

This checklist is to help our customers understand the key components of quality when using a bulk bag.

These are the steps on how a bulk bag is manufactured from extrusion to a completed pallet of bags, ready to ship to a customer.

Bulk bags or Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (FIBC’s) have many options available to customize, pending what requirements you need.

Quality products and great customer service are two of the foundations of Global-Pak. Each product is thoroughly inspected upon arrival at our warehouse to make sure it meets our rigorous quality standards. As part of our purchasing team, one of our goals is to ensure that the vendors we source our products from have the same quality standards as we do.

BOPP bags, short for Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene bags, have become a go-to solution for packaging in various industries.

Global-Pak is very proud of our manufacturing facility at our Lisbon, OH headquarters. To complement our imported capabilities, we re-established our U.S. production facility in 2020 and have found a niche with high level production of technically challenging FIBCs. Our team is well equipped to do any custom, high end, or complex bags, such as the following: