MULTILAYER FILM SERIES

MULTILAYER FILM FOR DOWNGAUGING SACKS

Qenos Premium Sack Film

A Skin 17% Alkathene LDH215 80%

A
Alkamax ML1810PN 20%
B B Sub-skin 18% Alkamax ML1810PN 50%
Alkatane GM4755F 50%
C C Core 30% Alkamax ML1810PN 100%
D Sub-skin 18% Alkamax ML1810PN 50%
D
Alkatane GM4755F 50%
E E Skin 17% Alkathene LDH215 80%
Alkamax ML1810PN 20%

Pigmented masterbatch may be added to layers B, C and D if

85 micron required

Features of the Premium Sack Film include

• Downgauged film provides superior performance to a 20% thicker monolayer film
• Toughness from Alkamax ML1810PN provides outstanding resistance to puncturing, tearing and impact
• Stiffness and creep resistance are enhanced by the addition of GM4755F, with minimal effect on toughness
• Sealing is achieved via a basic sealing layer which can be easily tailored to suit different packing lines

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Qenos Premium Sack Film has advantages over a thicker monolayer film

Dart Drop Impact Strength

300%

200% Superior properties at a

20% lower gauge:
100%
Stiffness (Modulus) Gloss • Impact resistance
• Tear resistance
0%
Better optical properties
• Higher Gloss

Tear Strength TD Tear Strength MD

5 layer coex film 85µm Reference monolayer film 110µm

Sacks are widely used for distribution of bulk products, including bulk foods, chemicals, fertilisers and other
home garden products.

Important properties for sacks are:

• Toughness to avoid damage during transport and handling
• High tensile yield strength to support the product weight during handling
• Resistance to creep to prevent bag failures during long-term storage
• Excellent sealability and seal strength
• High gloss for improved print appearance and optimal product presentation of home garden products

Sustainability benefits of co-extruded PE film

• Improved mechanical properties facilitate downgauging
• Multilayer films made from 100% PE are recyclable

How can Qenos help?

Film formulations can be customised to individual needs. Qenos Technical Service can provide advice on tailoring
this example to suit your application and equipment.

Contact
Qenos Customer Service
Email: customer.service@qenos.com
Tel: 1800 805 538
Web: qenos.com

Qenos, the Qenos brandmark, Alkamax, Alkathene, Alkatuff and Alkatane are trade marks of Qenos Pty Ltd

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