How to Choose Cellulose Film Thickness: GSM, Microns and Applications

How to Choose Cellulose Film Thickness: GSM, Microns and Applications

How do GSM and microns relate when choosing cellulose film? This practical guide explains basis weight, film thickness, and apparent density, with real KEDE production data for 30, 45, and 50 g/m² grades. It also covers how thickness affects stiffness, handling, barrier performance, heat sealing, and film selection.

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How to Tell Real Cellophane from Plastic Film: 5 Practical Identification Tests

Introduction In the global packaging market, the term “cellophane” is often used loosely to describe various transparent films, including BOPP or PET. In some regional markets, informal terms based on appearance or feel are occasionally used to describe cellulose film. These naming variations are not technically accurate, but reflect how…

Twist Candy Wrap

The Art and Science of Twist Tying: Why It’s the Golden Standard in Candy Packaging

As packaging design continuously evolves, the classic twist-tie structure remains an essential feature in the industry. With its design of two twisted ends, forming a butterfly-like shape, it offers a unique visual appeal while giving candy a natural, premium aesthetic. Achieving this packaging design requires a key material property: the…

Single-Material Films or Traditional Laminates

Single-Material Films or Traditional Laminates?

A Practical Guide to Packaging Material Transition Why Traditional Laminated Films Still Dominate High-Performance Packaging Traditional plastic laminates remain the default choice in many packaging systems. Their strength lies in stacking performance limits. By combining PET, aluminum foil, and PE, laminated films approach near-zero oxygen and moisture transmission. They also…