Industrial Bulk Bag & Packaging Resources

A flexible intermediate bulk container (FIBC) is a woven polypropylene bag designed to store and transport heavy industrial materials. Some types of..

Bulk bags, FIBCs, Super Sacks® — the terminology surrounding large-scale packaging solutions can be as diverse as the industries they serve.

Nearly any industrial material that’s powdered, flaked, or granular can be packed into a multi-wall paper bag. Specific methods used for packing bags..

We’re often asked by our customers to explain the wide variability in pricing from one bag to the next. Unfortunately, there is no one-size-fits-all..

Specifically designed for durability and strength, industrial paper bags and shipping sacks are typically constructed with multiple layers or plies..

What Are UN-Certified Bulk Bags? A UN-rated FIBC is a flexible intermediate bulk container or bulk bag designed and approved by the United Nations to..

Portland cement is a primary component of concrete, mortar, stucco, and grout. These cement-based products have been in use for millennia and..

In the world of packaging and bulk material handling, valve bag-filling machines play a crucial role in efficiently packaging a wide range of..

What Is a Bulk Container Liner? A bulk container liner, also known as a "sea bulk liner," serves as a specialized protective packaging system crafted..

Understanding FIBC Types A flexible intermediate bulk container (FIBC) is an industrial container made of a flexible fabric designed for storing and..

What Is a Slip Sheet? A slip sheet is a thin sheet of heavy-duty paperboard, corrugated fiberboard, or plastic used as a load support device for..

Bulk packaging distributors are a vital component in the manufacturing supply chain. That said, new customers often dismiss buying bags and shipping..

Transporting hazardous materials in a safe and legal manner requires the use of UN-certified packaging. FIBCs intended to carry hazardous materials..

Multi-wall paper bags are used to transport and store dry flowable bulk materials. The paper shipping sack originated over a century ago. Today,..

For many that are new to using an FIBC (also called a bulk bag, tote, or Super Sack™), the 20+ design parameters can be intimidating.

Doug Smith joins Southern Packaging as new Director of Sales Southern Packaging is pleased to announce that Doug Smith has joined the company and..

Billy Bellefontaine joins Southern Packaging as new Vice President of Sales and Technical Development Southern Packaging is pleased to announce that..

What Are Refractories and What Are They Used for? Refractories are ceramic materials designed to withstand extremely high temperatures. In general,..

Multi-wall paper bag manufacturers continue to face tremendous challenges in providing reliable, on-time delivery. Lead times remain extended due to..

Multi-wall paper bag manufacturers are experiencing challenges unseen in 50 years. Economic and supply chain issues are continuing to wreak havoc on..

Even though things have been anything but normal since early 2020, now, more than two years later, COVID-19’s far-reaching impact continues to affect..

As mentioned previously in our post on pasted valve bags, the multi-wall paper bag supply chain has been disrupted to a degree not seen in decades...

Dry flowable powders may be susceptible to moisture intrusion when packed in a Flexible Intermediate Bulk Container (FIBC or bulk bag).

The multi-wall paper bag supply chain has been disrupted to a degree not seen in decades. For veterans of the industrial bag industry, these are some..

When handling dangerous bulk powders, or filling and discharging FIBCs where explosive gases or vapors are present, static protection is essential to..

For ocean shipping and air travel, 2020 felt like the year the world stopped. 16 months later, ocean liners and airlines are barely keeping up with..

One of the most overused terms in 2020 was “unprecedented”. Unfortunately, that term may be the most appropriate way to describe current market..

Many companies search for an option to easily distinguish their bulk bags and make them stand out against other bulk bags that a plant might use...

When designing a custom FIBC, a supplier’s job is to ensure the bulk bag meets the functionality and safety requirements of the customer. Bulk bag..

Coated or uncoated? We get this question a lot. As a leading supplier of FIBC bulk bags, our job is to educate our customers and put them in a..

Foodborne illness and spoilage are common and costly. According to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), 1 in 6 people in the United..

While far less common than multi-wall paper bags, millions of polyethylene (aka PE, poly, or plastic) valve bags are filled and transported each..

For over a year, the global pandemic has disrupted our daily lives and affected manufacturers’ supply chains to a degree, never before seen. This has..

Over the last 90 days, resin market conditions have led to unprecedented challenges for plastic packaging manufacturers and distributors...

What is FIBCA? The Flexible Intermediate Bulk Container Association (“FIBCA”) is a global organization representing the FIBC / Bulk Bag industry...

A Flexible Intermediate Bulk Container (aka FIBC, Bulk Bag, Super Sack™, Tote, Jumbo Bag) is a large industrial bag designed to carry immense loads..

An FIBC, also known as a bulk bag, tote, or Super Sack™, is a woven polypropylene flexible container designed to store and transport heavy industrial..

What is a slip sheet?

How will the global viral pandemic affect the FIBC industry in 2021? Eliminate supply chain uncertainty with a Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) program

We are pleased to announce that Southern Packaging, LP is now a Thomasnet.com Verified Supplier.

Stevedore straps are a lifting component of a Flexible Intermediate Bulk Container (also referred to as an FIBC, bulk bag, or Super Sack™). A..

Picture this. You are a new bulk packaging procurement manager and have just been tasked with sourcing bulk bags for the upcoming fiscal year. You..

What is an AD*STAR Block Bottom Woven Poly Valve Bag? A woven poly “block bottom” or “valve” bag is a common industrial packaging style designed to..

It’s Deer Season, and Southern Packaging is here to support your packaging needs with premium quality poly valve bags for deer corn and wildlife feed.

A Pasted Valve Stepped End (“PVSE”) multi-wall paper bag, is a common industrial packaging style designed to package a wide variety of dry flowable..

BOPP bags offer the superior appearance and performance characteristics you need to market your premium deer corn and wildlife feed products during..

Polyethylene, Polypropylene, and PVC resins are the building blocks of one of mankind’s most ubiquitous commodities: plastics.

What are bulk bags made of? A Flexible Intermediate Bulk Container or “FIBC” is manufactured using heavy gauge woven polypropylene (PP) fabric. The..

The Mini-Mill Steelmaking Process Steelmakers convert high-grade steel scrap into new prime steel using innovative, high-tech mini-mill technology...

A Pasted Valve Stepped End (“PVSE”) multi-wall paper bag, is a common industrial packaging style designed to package a wide variety of dry flowable..

A Pasted Valve Stepped End (“PVSE”) bag, is a common industrial packaging style designed to package a wide variety of dry flowable products. Valve..

Batch inclusion bags are used to pack a range of dry flowable materials including carbon black, titanium dioxide powder, elastomers (rubber),..

With a variety of FIBC bulk bag vendors, it's important to discuss the common misconceptions regarding FIBC bulk bags and ensure you are receiving..

FIBCs or “bulk bags” are commonly recognized and accepted as being the most cost-effective form of packaging based on a cost-to-weight transported..

Food-grade FIBCs are used for packaging and transporting a wide range of food items including flour, sugar, whey protein, and rice. In order to..

The majority of all FIBCs utilized in United States are imported from other countries. India and China produce over 70% of the FIBCs imported into..

When handling sensitive bulk powders, or filling and discharging where flammable gases or vapors are present, static protection is essential to..

This post was updated on July 8, 2022. For decades multi-wall paper bags have been constructed from three or more plies of traditional natural kraft..

What is a PVSE Multi-Wall Paper and Poly Bag? A Pasted Valve Stepped End (“PVSE”) bag is a common industrial packaging style designed to package a..