Finding the correct bag size is a great move for you and the environment. When you buy the size closest to your needs not only do you save money by purchasing a smaller product, but you are helping to decrease your overall carbon imprint by using less material. The following guide outlines various scenarios to guarantee you are buying a bag that fits your product appropriately.
Box Liner – Gusseted
Note: Depth is the shorter of the two sides
1. Bag Width = Box Width + 1″
2. Bag Depth = Box Depth + 1″
3. Bag Length = Box Height + Box Depth + 6″ to cover contents and tie the bag closed
Example: Box size 18″W x 12″D x 14″L
Bag size 19″W x 13″D x 32″L
Container Liner – Layflat
Note: Depth is the shorter of the two sides
1. Bag Width = Container Width + Container Depth + 2″ for a looser fit
2. Bag Length = Container Height + Container Depth + 6″ to cover contents and tie the bag closed
Example: Container size 14″W x 10″D x 32″L
Bag Size 26″W x 48″L
Pallet Cover – Gusseted
Note: Depth is the shorter of the two sides
1. Cover Width = Pallet Width + 2″
2. Cover Depth = Pallet Depth + 2″
3. Cover Length = Pallet Height + 1/2 Pallet Depth
Example: Pallet Size 40″W x 36″D x 50″L
Cover Size 42″W x 38″D x 68″L
Round Container – Layflat
1. Container Circumference = Diameter x 3.14
2. Bag Width = Container Circumference divided by 2, +1″ for a looser fit
3. Bag Length = Container Height + Container Diameter + 5″ for overhang
Example: Container Size 12″D x 20″L
Bag Size 20″W x 47″L
Reclosable Bags
1. Measure length (L) from the bottom of the bag to the base of the reclosable seal
2. Measure width (W) of the bag from side to side
3. For rigid items, add 1/2″ to the width (W) of the bag to allow the item to fit through the opening
4. For thick or bulky items adjust accordingly
5. Add 1/2″ to 2″ to both dimensions for a looser fit
Example: For a flat product 3-1/2″ wide x 5-1/2″ deep, the bag dimensions should measure at least 4″W x 6″L
Slider Top Bags
1. Measure length (L) from the bottom of the bag to the base of the reclosable seal
2. Measure width (W) of the bag from side to side
3. For rigid items, add 1/2″ to the width (W) of the bag to allow the item to fit through the opening
4. For thick or bulky items adjust accordingly
5. Add 1/2″ to 2″ to both dimensions for a looser fit
Example: For a flat product 3-1/2″ wide x 5-1/2″ deep, the bag dimensions should measure at least 4″W x 6″L