Expertise

We’re proud to provide high-quality premade pouches from custom-printed rollstock. Our industry-leading capabilities in preformed pouches and bags allow us to offer unique features and technologies. ProAmpac also specializes in small run capability for new product introductions and specialty packaging applications.

When it comes to ensuring your product is protected, it takes more than the material - reclosing the packaging matters too. From press-to-close zippers to specialty closures, ProAmpac can meet a variety of flexible packaging needs.

Press to Close Zippers

We offer all of the latest press to close zippers, which are the standard in reclosable stand up pouches. Whether it’s a 3-side seal pouch, stand up pouch with an inserted or plowed-in gusset, or even a Quadflex pouch, we have the right zipper to easily reclose and contain the product.

Hook-to-Hook Closure

The self-mating hook-to-hook closure is designed specifically for easy opening and reclosure, precise alignment is not required. Being made from food-grade, heat-sealable polyethylene material, designed to be sealed on film, these closures are ideal for a variety of dry foods and pet treats packaging options.

Features include:

• Easy-open and resealable
• Rigid grips facilitate opening
• Precise alignment of zipper not required
• Minimal pressure to close
• Contaminant-resistant
• Readily seals through powders and fine particles
• Allows for numerous openings and closings

E-Z Zip

The Smart and Innovative Design of E-Z Zip. So Simple. So Smart.

E-Z ZIP Recloseable Pouches feature a unique pull-tab opening that allows consumers to pull away a thin tear strip on the front of a flexible pouch to access the recloseable zipper. The package zipper can then be pulled open to dispense the product and pressed closed to reseal the bag.

Features include:

• Zipper closure is accessible without having to tear off or damage the header
• A simple way to open packages without causing ragged tears, damaging the zipper, or requiring scissors to cleanly open the top of a pouch
• Packaging design and branding are able to remain within the header
• Improved filling and production efficiencies – filling through the unsealed pouch opening as if there were no zipper in place

CRREO – Child Resistant Reclosable Easy Open Packaging

Our CRREO child-resistant pouches have been used globally in various medical, clinical, agricultural and consumer & personal home care applications.

CRREO utilizes several patented features, including Slider-Guard™ child-resistant slider, which is the first-ever child-resistant slider for flexible packaging. While it is difficult for children; it is very easy for adults to open.

The CRREO pouch material cannot be torn and has gone through exhaustive testing with children and adults under the testing requirements of the Poison Prevention Packaging Act and has been approved by the CPSC and EPA under the classification of ASTM D3475-08, Type XIA.

Available options:

• Pouches ranging from 8.5” x 6” up to 13.5” x 9” with a 2” gusset
• Clear or opaque unprinted
• Custom printed with up to 10 colors of high-definition graphics
• Multiple pouch formats including flat and stand-up
• Laser score option for tamper evident tear off

INNO-LOK

ProAmpac offers INNO-LOK pre-zippered film. This rollstock has a transversely attached re-closable zipper and provides the flexibility to run both reclosable and regular material on the same packaging lines without any changes to existing equipment.

INNO-LOK pre-zippered film running on conventional VFFS packaging equipment is comparable to conventional non-zippered films.

• No reduction in processing speeds
• No increase in scrap or waste
• No increase in set-up time

Features include:

• Shelf differentiation
• Increased operating flexibility
• Improved consumer experience with integrated reclose feature
• No tearing of the header, maintaining full package graphics
• Little to no capital investment needed on current VFFS equipment

POUR & LOK

ProAmpac offers POUR & LOK™ pre-zippered film. This rollstock uses a re-sealable side gusseted design to create a unique pour spout and runs on Vertical Form/Fill/Seal (VFFS) packaging machines to provide higher production rates, no reduction in processing speeds, less scrap and less down time.

Features include:

• Press-to-close, foldable closure applied to film in side gusset for easy open
• Large openings for scoopable products
• Closure placement is offset to the side of the film to allow the package to travel through the VFFS machine with the closure at the top of the package
• Perforation and additional seal required on VFFS machine

ProAmpac’s PRO-Pouch Retort offers high Performance retort packaging ideal for shelf stable meals and ingredients.

• Matte or Gloss finish
  • Registered matte varnish available
• Clear or foil barrier
• Custom shapes
• Stand up or flat pouches
• Easy open
• Linear tear available
• Reclosability available with retortable zippers, fitments and caps

ProAmpac’s short run pouching is a perfect fit for small volumes from first time runs, prototypes and that are not ready for full commercial production.

• First time runs – when you are not ready for full commercial production
• Prototypes – ProAmpac will make one pouch if required
• Small runs for promotions or seasonal pouch designs
• Production runs from 1 - 1 million
• Custom shapes and spouts
• Partner with DASL for prototypes and small batch marketing samples

ProAmpac’s Rapid Response Program and small-run capability ensures that we meet your special requirements and expedited timeframes.

Rapid Response Materials:

The materials listed above are typically held in inventory and are listed top to bottom from most cost-effective to most costly.

Rapid Response Lead Times:

• No print – flat pouch with or without zipper: 3-4 weeks
• No print - stand-up pouch with or without zipper: 3-4 weeks
• New art printed - flat and stand-up pouches with or without zipper: 4 weeks from approved art
• Repeat art printed - flat and stand-up pouches with or without zipper: 3-4 weeks

When you need a packaging solution that goes beyond polywoven, take a look at our heavy duty centerfold and open mouth bags. They provide the benefits of UV and water-based inks, and are a cost-effective option that is heavy duty, recyclable and designed to withstand the environmental rigors of outside displays.

In addition, we offer centerfold rollstock and open mouth bag capabilities. Centerfold rollstock is primarily used for any horizontal form, fill and seal packaging equipment, which improves efficiency by eliminating the fold process involved with using flat rollstock. We also manufacture open mouth bags that are used for manual filling operations.

Applications include:

• Soil
• Mulch
• Fertilizer
• Salt and ice melter
• Wood pellets
• Sand
• Stone
• Absorbents and cat litter
• Minerals
• Charcoal

We're proud to be leaders in domestically manufactured woven bags, producing puncture-resistant structures that offer maximum flexibility and reliability. Our PRO-DURA bags feature high-quality graphic application, giving your product the best of both durability and appeal, and without the historically problematic shelf-worn look of paper bags with a clay-coated surface. Plus, we manufacture PRO-DURA in the U.S., meaning reduced lead times, lower shipping costs and greater quality assurance. And of course, our woven poly bags meet FDA and BRC standards.

Features include:

• Process printed up to 10 colors
• Available in white or clear
• Closure options: EZ-Open Tape, Pinch Heat Seal, Slider Zipper
• Variety of lamination options
• Runs well on automated or manual equipment
• UV approved for 200+ hours (available upon request)
• No flex cracking or tattered look

Pinch-Bottom Woven Poly Bags

Our exclusive pinch-bottom woven poly bags can be combined with a slider zipper, a pinch at both ends (we seal one end, you seal the other) and traditional sewn closures to meet any requirement. The new pinch closure also means increased graphic/advertising space and differentiation from competitors. What's more, our pinch woven poly bags perform like paper bags on existing heat-seal equipment.

Features include:

• Preferred by retailers
• Maximum shelf appeal – superior graphic and print capabilities up to 10 colors
• Environmentally friendly – half the carbon footprint of paper bags
• Reduced shipping costs and landfill waste
• Reduce damage claims by 65-75%
• Increased moisture vapor transmission rate, keeping products dry
• No delamination with high-fat products
• Palatability
• No flex cracking or tattered look

Features of Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene (BOPP) film:

• Excellent clarity
• Dimensional stability and flatness
• Low electrostatic charge
• Good barrier to water vapor
• High-gloss
• Good performance on high-speed printing
• Resistant to oils and greases
• Good puncture and flex-crack resistance over a wide range of temperatures
• Not affected by moisture and does not wrinkle or shrink with environmental changes
• Recyclable
• COF control of surface

PRO-DURA bag versus paper bag:

• Reverse printed for high impact
• No flex cracking or tattered look
• High-impact gloss finish
• Costs less than paper
• Strong/tear-resistant
• Half the carbon footprint
• BRC/FDA certified
• Weather-resistant, allowing for outside storage
• Twice the amount of woven bags per pallet

PRO-DURA bag versus film bag:

• Tear-resistant
• Less expensive than high-mil poly

ProAmpac’s Self-Opening Sacks (SOS) offer easy filling and high-quality graphics that can be enhanced with our Signature Surface finishes. They are available in single wall or multiwall structures to suit a variety of shelf-life requirements. With ProActive Recyclable materials – these SOS bags can be recycled curbside through the paper recycle stream.

Features include:

• High quality printing up to 10 colors
• Graphics can be customized with high gloss, matte, soft-touch matte, or dual gloss varnishes
• Easy to fill
• Easy to palletize
• Available in ProActive Recyclable paper

ProAmpac offers a wide range of paper flexible packaging products that are applicable to a variety of markets.

PRO-EVO Classic

• Eye catching HD Flexo print
• Superior product protection
• Multiwall paper bags are made from fiber based renewable resources

PRO-EVO Premium

• Economical multiwall solution to premium packaging
• Premium laminate exterior for enhanced shelf presence
• Strong and resilient exterior provides durable packaging protection throughout supply chain

PRO-EVO Mini

• Sized for smaller portions and portability
• Consistent look on shelf when combined with PRO EVO Classic or Premium

Lawn and Leaf

• FSC certified paper provides superior strength while reducing environmental impact
• Excellent puncture tear and liquid resistance
• Customizable graphics

Tamper-Evident Shoppers communicate brand messages boldly and efficiently while delivering exceptional functionality and durability. We’ve developed a seamless integration between our manufacturing centers so that we can deliver a single-source solution for your shopping and merchandise bags

• Paper handle shopper with tamper evident adhesive strip
• Custom print with up to 8 colors + UV coating
• Enjoy peace of mind for both customers and proprietors with no folding or stickers needed
• Easy to load without spillage due to rigid walls and square flat bottoms
• Variety of choices in paper - weights, colors, and handles
  • Paper twist, fabric-wrapped cotton, or synthetic handles

Tamper Evident Polybags / Mailers

ProAmpac’s Tamper Evident poly bags (KeepSafe) and mailers give peace of mind to both consumers and proprietors knowing their products remain safe. The Keepsafe Vault Program bags are globally renowned loss prevention solution with tamper-evident enhancements such as KeepSafe Ultra tamper-evident closures and pouch side seals. ProAmpac’s poly mailers also utilize a combination of permanent tape closure and mechanical perforations to ensure product package integrity.

• Variety of film options available – clear, white, two-tone, opaque
• Permanent and tamper evident closure options
• KeepSafe Ultra – tamper evident against all known methods of compromise
• Available tear-off receipt, sequential numbering, and easy to write on surface

ProAmpac’s paper shopping bags communicate brand messages boldly and efficiently while delivering exceptional functionality and durability. We’ve developed a seamless integration between our manufacturing centers so that we can deliver a single-source solution for your shopping and merchandise bag needs.

Serrated top bags

• Custom print with up to 8 colors + UV coating
• Variety of choices in paper weights, colors, and handles
  • Paper twist, fabric-wrapped cotton, or synthetic handles
• Great for food service to retailers

Large Format Catering Bags

• Durable thick bags capable of holding heavy weights without tearing or handle breakage
• Square bottom with board, aids in preventing tipping or spilling of containers

ProActive Recyclable Shoppers + PCR

• Unique Sustainable paper shoppers use 100% recycled material
• Easily recycled in curbside paper streams
• Available with serrated tops, twisted paper or flat handles (also with 100% recycled content)
• Available with tamper resistance