What is BS EN 787 - Polyethylene sacks about?
The sack is made of polyethylene film suitable for bulk packaging for smaller volumes. Polyethylene has good weldability, making welds a good seal.
BS EN 787 specifies the general characteristics, requirements and methods of test for sacks made of polyethylene film. BS EN 787 applies to sacks made of polyethylene film with a net filling weight up to 2000 g for packing and transporting foodstuffs for food aid and to polyethylene film sacks with a net filling weight up to 1 000 g supplied as empty sacks together with foodstuffs packed in sacks for the distribution of small quantities.
Note: The packaging surrounding filled sacks is not covered by BS EN 787.
Who is BS EN 787 - Polyethylene sacks for?
BS EN 787 on polyethylene sacks is useful for:
- Transport sacks manufacturers
- Goods packaging products manufacturers
- The goods packaging and distribution industry
- Inspection bodies
- Quality control personnel
- Testing laboratories
Why should you use BS EN 787 - Polyethylene sacks?
Polyethylene sacks are leakage-proof, and great for heat sealing, it can be wrapped around the product and secured with an airtight seal. Polyethylene sack is quite popular in the electronic industry as it provides excellent protection from moisture and tampering, keeping the electronic components safe.
BS EN 787 provides you with the dimensions and the dimensional tolerances of the sack. The closure of the filled sack shall be designed to prevent leakage of the product during transport. Following the description of the dimensions, the method of measuring the dimensions and the dimensional designation of the sack, manufacturers will be able to design appropriate sacks.
BS EN 787 provides you with test methods and test procedures for determination of the tensile force of the film, the seam strength of the sack, and the impact resistance of the film. Following test guidelines ensures the quality of polyethylene sacks and you can use them safely. Following the specifications provided in BS EN 787 lets you manufacture and supply high-quality polyethylene sacks to your customers. These customers will be able to safely use the sacks.
