Convert Pouch Dimensions in Meter
Pouch Height – 225mm / 0.225 M
Pouch Width (open) – 370 mm / 0.37 M
Pouch Area – 0.225 x 0.37
Printing Layer – 12µ Pet
Film Density – 1.4
gsm = 12 x 1.4 – 16.8
1 Pouch Weight in grams – 0.225 x .37 * 16.8 = 1.398 grams
Order Qty – 50,000 pcs / 50 Thousand
Total Printing Quantity – .225 x .37 x 16.8 x 50 = 69.93 (kg)
Category: Pouch
Retort Pouch, is a flexible pouch for low-acid foods that are thermally processed in a pressure vessel, often called a “retort.”
The pouch is made of layered polyester, aluminum foil, and polypropylene. Commercial sterilization occurs at temperatures greater than 212 °F (100 °C), typically 240 to 250 °F (115. to 121 °C). The retort packaging is shelf stable at room temperature.
Structure of Retort Pouch
- Polyester (Pet) – printing layer /excellent printable
- Aluminum Foil – barrier layer / protect from sun light, grease, oil
- Nylon – 2nd barrier layer / high melting point, exceptional strength and toughness, and good oxygen barrier properties
- Polypropylene – sealing layer / direct food contact, heat seal surface, flexibility & strength
In Flexible Packaging we come across various type of Pouches every name.
- 3 Size Seal Pouch
- Center Seal Pouch / Pillow Pouch
- Zipper Pouch
- Spout Pouch
- Retort Pouch
- 3D Pouch
- Stand Up Pouch
- Off Center Pouch
- Side Gusset
- Bottom Gusset
- Vacuum pouch
We may come across Pouch based on Application as well
- Oil Pouch / Side Seal
- Coffee Beans Pouch / Side Gusset
- Chips / Center Seal / Pillow
Basic Calculation for calculating
– Film Size
– Cylinder Face Length & Cirum
– Raw Material required for job