What does barrier mean on a pouch?
Barrier is how well the laminate stops moisture, oxygen and light getting through. Foil laminates give the highest barrier, metallised films a high barrier, and clear or kraft films a medium one.
Pouch FAQs
Plain answers on laminates, closures, sizes, artwork and ordering. If your question is not here, call or message us and a specialist answers it directly.
Design Your Pouch
Four short steps: pick a real pouch photo, place your logo on it, choose the colour and finish, and send it. Our designers turn it into a free print-ready proof.
Tell us about the pouch you need
Fill weight, closure, barrier and quantity decide the price. Send what you know and a packaging specialist comes back within one business day with a written quote and a free design proof.
| Price | Quoted per order, from £0.25 a pouch |
|---|---|
| Proof | Free, before anything is printed |
| Production | 4–6 business days after proof approval |
| Delivery | Free and tracked across the UK, 2–3 business days |
| Materials | Food-contact, high-barrier and compostable film options available on request |
Common questions, answered
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How thick are your pouches?
Laminates are specified in microns per layer, and the total depends on the structure and the fill weight. A 250 g coffee bag and a 2 kg pet food pouch use different thicknesses, which the quote states.
What is a bottom gusset?
The folded panel at the base of a stand up pouch that opens out when the pouch is filled so it stands. It is measured as the extra millimetres after the height.
Can I put a tear notch on both sides?
Yes. Notches are usually on both side seals near the top so the pouch opens from either side.
Does white ink cost more?
White under-print is standard on foil and kraft laminates when the design has light colours. It is included in the quote rather than added later.
Can you print on the inside of the pouch?
No. Print sits on the outer film only, which keeps ink away from the product.
What is a dieline?
A flat drawing of the pouch showing the panels, seal areas, zipper position and gusset fold. Artwork is placed on it so everything lands in the right place when the pouch is formed.
Can I supply my own dieline?
Yes, if you have one from a previous run. Otherwise we draw one for your size and send it with the proof.
Are the pouches heat sealable?
Yes. The inner PE layer seals on a standard impulse or band sealer. Pouches arrive with the top open for filling unless you ask for a different opening.
Do you supply the pouches filled?
No. We supply empty printed pouches for you to fill. Spout pouches and retort pouches arrive ready for filling and sealing on your line.
Can I see a sample before I order?
Ask on the quote form. We can send a plain sample in the laminate and size we recommend, or quote a small printed test run.
How should I store empty pouches?
Flat, in the carton they arrive in, away from sunlight and heat. Keep foil pouches dry and avoid creasing the panels before filling.
Do you make retail-ready cartons for the pouches?
No. We print pouches and bags only, so this site stays focused on flexible packaging done well.