What are self seal bags?

• Self-seal bags are closed at the top by squeezing the interlocking zipper together enabling the bag to be closed and reopened many times. Ideal where you want to secure contents and avoid leakage or contamination - no need for bag-sealer, staples or tape.

Water resistance of zip seal bags

• No plastic bags are waterproof.
• Left in contact with excess humidity or water, moister will eventually build inside all plastic bags.

Are zip seal bags suitable for archiving?

• Grip seal bags are perfect for storing and preserving photos, collectibles and artwork.

Types pf reclosable bags come in two main types - with and with adhesive strips.

• Adhesive strips - Easier to use.
• Zip locks - Help to protect the held items better.

Type of material used in the making of the bags.

• The most common types of plastics used for them are cellophane, polyethylene (LDPE, MDPE, and HDPE), and vinyl.
• Cellophane is too weak to protect the held items, but the reclosable bags made of this material are extremely lightweight.
• The LDPE polythene can protect the held items from dirt, scratches and moisture.
• The MDPE will additionally protect them from punctures and tears.
• The HDPE will protect them from all of the above and more.
• If you want the utmost protection, you may want to consider the bags made of tough vinyl.

Color of gripseal bags

• Their color can vary in the entire spectrum, from black and white to pink and blue.

Opacity of resealable bags

• Opacity can range from crystal-clear to completely opaque.
• Opacity of the material goes hand in hand with its durability.
• The clearest reclosable bags are the least durable and vice versa.
• Clear films are used for display, while opaque are used for hiding or protecting the held items from sunlight.

Are grip seal bags suitable for freezing?

• Grip seal bags are suitable for domestic freezer application. For industrial freezing we can manufacture gripseal bags using special polymers.