Whether you are a manufacturer or a packaging company, you must have a good knowhow about how unpredictable the packaging trends can be. You may be thinking that you have a finger on the pulse of the market but in the very next moment you will come to know that there are many things you do not have any idea about.
However, there are a few trends which seem to stay in the packaging industry. One of those trends is the use of standup pouches. Although they have been around for years, they have now gained an immense popularity among the people. The main reason is that these pouches do not take much of the space and also they contribute in the reduction of packaging wastes.
The best thing about these pouches is that they do not need any support to stay in the standing position due to their design which includes a base.A re-sealable zipper, track, and/or spoutare used with these pouches for re-sealability.
Benefits of standup pouches
There are numerous benefits of standup pouches. These benefits are basically the features of this type of packaging.
- If the product inside the package needs the package to be sealed, the feature which can be added to the package is re-sealability. One example of a re-sealable package is the one with plastic zipper which closes the bag. This option is perfect for the snacks which you do not want to use all at once but you also want the freshness of the snacks to be preserved well.
- Since standup pouches are made of plastic, they can be the clear ones so that you could see what’s inside the package. This way, you will be able to know if the product inside is fresh. This is basically a step beyond listing the ingredients on the package.
- One of the best features of this type of packaging is that it is usually composed of sustainable materials. This sustainability allows the customers to use the pack even after the product is used up. Moreover, the materials used in the development of these packages are usually recyclable. In other words, use of standup pouches is an eco-friendly packaging option which doesn’t only tend to reduce the amount of packaging wastes but it also helps in cutting down on the packaging costs.
- The name flexible packaging sounds like something which might not stand on its own but it’s quite the opposite. These packages are stiff and they can stand on their own even if they are filled by half. This ability to stand up makes it easier for the pouches to be re-sealed well.
While standup pouches are beneficial, it doesn’t mean that they are right for everyone. You need to see if you really need those pouches for packaging of your products. If you do not find these pouches useful because of the type of product you want to pack, you do not need to worry. There is a wide range of sustainable packaging options that you can go for. Make sure that you consult with a packaging consultant before deciding about the type of packaging to be used for the product packaging.