Orchard Packaging is a major supplier of plain & printed polythene/polypropylene bags & other associated items to the publishing sector.

We understand the demands of the publishing sector & have built our business around these demands. Our clients range from large multinational to smaller independent publishers so however small or large your requirements Orchard Packaging can deliver!

We hold stock of:

Clear polypropylene films :: High contact clarity "crisp" feeling films traditionally used in publishing for maximum impact on the news shelf.

Clear or coloured polythene films :: General purpose highly versatile film found in everyday items commonly used for subscription mailings.

Black/white co-ex films :: Multi-layered, very strong & 100% opaque. White outer suitable for printing with black inner to guarantee visual security of product. Ideal for news stand or subscription mailings.

Silver metalised cast polypropylene films :: Shiny silver "mirror" effect films create upmarket image perfect for special promotions. Colour washes can be used to transform into shiny gold or specific translucent pantones.

Oxo degradable polypropylene films :: As recommended by the PPA. These films are pre programmed to totally degrade in most environments within specific time scales (usually within a few years) and therefore do not sit needlessly in landfill for hundreds of years.

We are able to print:

From simple 1 or 2 colour line work :: Ideal for smaller budgets.

Up to 8 colour process :: Perfect for showcasing the full contents of your magazine.

Inks :: From standard pantone through to metallic, fluorescent, iridescent & interference lacquers. We offer a complete ink draw down service so if you are unsure what a specific pantone will look like once printed we can provide a sample on your specific chosen material.

We can manufacture into the following finished products:

Standard Bags :: Whether it be loose (individual) or blockheaded bags we have the specification to suit your preferred finishing house.

Sealed header bags :: Commonly used for newsstand this style of bag comprises a "sealed header" which can be printed with an additional eye catching banner. In addition to this we can add euro slots for display services and punched handles if required.

Double bags :: Best described as a large bag with two compartments allowing for magazine & gift/supplement to be housed separately. Benefits include greater shelf presence & an increase in perceived value.

Wallets - commonly referred to as dust covers :: Same principal as a "Double bag" however perspective purchasers have access to the magazine & supplement or gift allowing "flickability." Self seal tape can be applied to pockets if required.

Magazine bands - often referred to as bellybands :: Ideal and cost effective way of securing a supplement to the back of a magazine

Film on reel :: As title suggests we are fully capable of supplying film on reel direct to your chosen finishing house for machine application. Whether it be plain or printed film we are sure to have the specification to suit your requirements.

Posters, sheets, banners & barrier tape :: Ideal advertising for shows & events, large format print available, sensible quantities catered for.