Application Analysis

When it comes to polyolefin packaging, you have so many options that it’s hard to know where to begin. accesspoly can help prioritize your design of the perfect poly package with a few simple questions.

How will the information/product be used?

The first step in understanding your packaging needs is getting a handle on how the information/product will be used. Here are some ideas for packaging solutions.

• Employee Manuals

• Sales Meeting Kits

• Point of Purchase Packaging

• Direct Mail Pieces

• Information/Resource Kits

In what types of applications – and with whom – will the information be used?

In many cases, the same information/product is used for several different applications and will pass through many different hands. You need to understand how the information/product will be distributed/displayed and who will get it in order to provide a versatile, attractive, functional solution to your packaging needs.

How will the information/product be organized/packaged?

Polyolefin materials can provide numerous packaging options to fit your exact needs. The packaging solutions listed below can help determine what’s right for your application.

• 3-Ring Binder with Custom Index Tabs

• Tote Box with Dividers and Custom Printing

• Hanging File Folder with CD-ROM Holder

• Pocket Folder with Business Card Pocket

• Clear Product Package to Show Off Promotional Item

How frequently will the information/product be handled?

The answer to this question helps determine the type of material that should be used to produce your product. The more wear-and-tear your application receives, the more durable the packaging must be.

What type of material would work best for your application?

Wear-and-tear is just one factor in choosing materials for your application. Different poly substrates can enhance your packaging and your image in different ways. Here are the two poly materials you can choose between.

Polyethylene is a rigid material that is either opaque or translucent and is available in several surface finishes, thicknesses and colors. It is considered to be one of the most durable materials in existence. Hinges won’t break, the surface won’t wrinkle and these products can withstand severe temperatures swings and exposure to most chemicals. This material enables screening printing, foil stamping or offset printing. Polyethylene is completely recyclable, and can be produced from 100% post-consumer recycled materials.

Polypropylene is one of the most environmentally friendly materials available. Its clarity can produce a clear transparent sheet, the same as rigid PVC material. Material is available in several surface finishes, thicknesses and colors. Surface won’t wrinkle, is weather resistant and withstands exposure to most chemicals. [Note: Polypropylene will fracture when impacted.] This material enables screening printing, foil stamping or offset printing. Polypropylene is completely recyclable.

What types of decoration/artwork would be on the packaging?

Custom decoration makes a statement that enhances your image and reflects the quality of the materials – communicating your message day after day. A wide range of decoration techniques can be applied individually or in combination. Listed below are some of the custom decorations available for your packaging project.

• Screen Printing – A wide selection of standard and custom-matched colors can be reproduced in solids, halftones, tints and four-color processes.

• Offset Printing – Sheets can be offset printed in one to four-color processes to achieve photographic reproduction.

• Foil Stamping – Create a bright, exciting image with gold, silver or colored foils.

What is the budget for this packaging project?

It is suggested not to start with this question, but first list the requirements, then try to fit those specifications and a solution into your budget.



			When it comes to polyolefin packaging, you have so many options that it’s hard to know where to begin. accesspoly can help prioritize your design of the perfect poly package with a few simple questions. How will the information/product be used? The first step in understanding your packaging needs is getting a handle on how the information/product will be used. Here are some ideas for packaging solutions. • Employee Manuals • Sales Meeting Kits • Point of Purchase Packaging • Direct Mail Pieces • Information/Resource Kits In what types of applications – and with whom – will the information be used? In many cases, the same information/product is used for several different applications and will pass through many different hands. You need to understand how the information/product will be distributed/displayed and who will get it in order to provide a versatile, attractive, functional solution to your packaging needs. How will the information/product be organized/packaged? Polyolefin materials can provide numerous packaging options to fit your exact needs. The packaging solutions listed below can help determine what’s right for your application. • 3-Ring Binder with Custom Index Tabs • Tote Box with Dividers and Custom Printing • Hanging File Folder with CD-ROM Holder • Pocket Folder with Business Card Pocket • Clear Product Package to Show Off Promotional Item How frequently will the information/product be handled? The answer to this question helps determine the type of material that should be used to produce your product. The more wear-and-tear your application receives, the more durable the packaging must be. What type of material would work best for your application? Wear-and-tear is just one factor in choosing materials for your application. Different poly substrates can enhance your packaging and your image in different ways. Here are the two poly materials you can choose between. Polyethylene is a rigid material that is either opaque or translucent and is available in several surface finishes, thicknesses and colors. It is considered to be one of the most durable materials in existence. Hinges won’t break, the surface won’t wrinkle and these products can withstand severe temperatures swings and exposure to most chemicals. This material enables screening printing, foil stamping or offset printing. Polyethylene is completely recyclable, and can be produced from 100% post-consumer recycled materials. Polypropylene is one of the most environmentally friendly materials available. Its clarity can produce a clear transparent sheet, the same as rigid PVC material. Material is available in several surface finishes, thicknesses and colors. Surface won’t wrinkle, is weather resistant and withstands exposure to most chemicals. [Note: Polypropylene will fracture when impacted.] This material enables screening printing, foil stamping or offset printing. Polypropylene is completely recyclable. What types of decoration/artwork would be on the packaging? Custom decoration makes a statement that enhances your image and reflects the quality of the materials – communicating your message day after day. A wide range of decoration techniques can be applied individually or in combination. Listed below are some of the custom decorations available for your packaging project. • Screen Printing – A wide selection of standard and custom-matched colors can be reproduced in solids, halftones, tints and four-color processes. • Offset Printing – Sheets can be offset printed in one to four-color processes to achieve photographic reproduction. • Foil Stamping – Create a bright, exciting image with gold, silver or colored foils. What is the budget for this packaging project? It is suggested not to start with this question, but first list the requirements, then try to fit those specifications and a solution into your budget.

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