| We can supply printed polythene carrier bags within 7 working days for urgent deliveries, sometimes less depending on machine demand. These can be printed onto white or standard coloured polythenes (LDPE - low density). Urgent fast track orders are only available on the Vari-gauge style of polythene carrier bags. The most common size for this carrier bag is 15"x18"+3" (Width x Height + base gusset). Other common sizes include 12"x16"+3", 22"x18"+3", 30"x24"+4" (White only). Printing can be done up to 6 colours in total (so 3 one side, 3 another, or 4 and 2) but becomes more expensive the more colours you have. Each colour still requires its own plate and ink tray on the machine. We deliver anywhere in the UK within the specified time (remote regions subject to services available). The specification for the above bag would be as follows:
Varigauge Carrier Bag
1,000 + (Min quantity)
Size: 12"x16"+3"
Material: 45/90mu White LDPE
Printing: 2 colours, 2 sides, 30%
Punched hole handle
Fast track service.
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| Patch handle polythene bags are one of the most widely used carrier bags. They are commonly used on the high street for fashion outlets and sports outlets and also used in many exhibition or promotional situations.
Construction:
The bags have reinforced handles. A small patch of polythene is placed behind the handle location during manufacture so that when the handle hole is punched out, the surrounding LDPE or HDPE is supported by an extra layer of usually clear polythene. This adds far great strength around this area and allows the carrier bag to be used for longer periods and carry more weight. Without the patch insert, the handle area tends to be one of the weaker spots on a carrier bag as when in use correctly, the handle will have to support all of the contents of the carrier bag. The bags are commonly side welded and produced with a base gusset to allow greater capacity within the bag.
The bag in the image has the following specification:
Patch handle carrier bag
Quantity: 5,000+ (min quantity is 5,000)
Size: 16"x18"+3" : Height x Width + Base Gusset
50mu White LDPE
Punched reinforced handle
Printed 2 colours, both sides, with 100% ink coverage.
The bags are usually packed in outer card boxes in quantities of 500 or 1,000. Deliveries can be made to any location around the UK or exported too. Beckdale can assist with all artwork and design processes of all carrier bags. A sample bag is not possible on this style of bag due to the machine set up requirements.
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| Patch handle polythene bags are one of the most widely used carrier bags. They are commonly used on the high street for fashion outlets and sports outlets and also used in many exhibition or promotional situations.
Construction:
The bags have reinforced handles. A small patch of polythene is placed behind the handle location during manufacture so that when the handle hole is punched out, the surrounding LDPE or HDPE is supported by an extra layer of usually clear polythene. This adds far great strength around this area and allows the carrier bag to be used for longer periods and carry more weight. Without the patch insert, the handle area tends to be one of the weaker spots on a carrier bag as when in use correctly, the handle will have to support all of the contents of the carrier bag. The bags are commonly side welded and produced with a base gusset to allow greater capacity within the bag.
The bag in the image has the following specification:
Patch handle carrier bag
Quantity: 5,000+ (min quantity is 5,000)
Size: 16"x18"+3" : Height x Width + Base Gusset
50mu White LDPE
Punched reinforced handle
Printed 1 colour, both sides, with 100% ink coverage.
The bags are usually packed in outer cardboard boxes in quantities of 500 or 1,000. Deliveries can be made to any location around the UK or exported too. Beckdale can assist with all artwork and design processes of all carrier bags. A sample bag is not possible on this style of bag due to the machine set up requirements.
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| Patch handle polythene bags are one of the most widely used carrier bags. They are commonly used on the high street for fashion outlets and sports outlets and also used in many exhibition or promotional situations.
Construction:
The bags have reinforced handles. A small patch of polythene is placed behind the handle location during manufacture so that when the handle hole is punched out, the surrounding LDPE or HDPE is supported by an extra layer of usually clear polythene. This adds far great strength around this area and allows the carrier bag to be used for longer periods and carry more weight. Without the patch insert, the handle area tends to be one of the weaker spots on a carrier bag as when in use correctly, the handle will have to support all of the contents of the carrier bag. The bags are commonly side welded and produced with a base gusset to allow greater capacity within the bag.
Beckdale can assist in designing the bag for you too!!!
The bag in the image has the following specification:
Patch handle carrier bag
Quantity: 5,000+ (min quantity is 5,000)
Size: 15"x18"+3" : Height x Width + Base Gusset
50mu White LDPE
Punched reinforced handle
Printed 3 colours, both sides, with 100% ink coverage.
The bags are usually packed in outer card boxes in quantities of 500 or 1,000. Deliveries can be made to any location around the UK or exported too. Beckdale can assist with all artwork and design processes of all carrier bags. A sample bag is not possible on this style of bag due to the machine set up requirements.
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| We can supply a wide range of flexiloop carrier bags. The flexiloop handle can be of either LDPE or HDPE depending on the quantity you are ordering. Also the handle can be produced from any colour polythene. For small runs of 1,000 to 10,000, generally the colour is from standard available colours only. The handle can also be manufactured to a short length or shoulder length, but yet again, this is subject to quantity ordered as standard processes on shorter runs can only attach a short handle.
The flexiloop carrier bag is produced from a standard gauge material, usually between 45mu and 85mu (micron) LDPE or HDPE. These bags are ideal for bag for life carrier bags and promoting reuseable concepts. Flexiloop carrier bags can be produced using a biodegradeable polythene to help the environement too.
The carrier bag shown here is of the following specification:
Flexiloop carrier bags
Quantity: 5,000+ (min)
300mm x 385mm + 75mm (WxH+G)
Frosted 65mu HDPE
Clear LDPE Flexiloop handle
Black ink, 2 sides, minimal coverage.
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| This is a smaller version of the patch handle carrier bag, but does not have the internal LDPE reinforcement. Commonly used for CD's and as a cheaper alternatative for small goods.
Materials: We generally supply these manufactured from biodegradable LDPE, although for quantities over 50,000 we can look at HDPE.
Colours: White, Clear, Frosted or Standard* (Bespoke if HDPE)
Standard size: 8"x12" upwards (See patch handle bags for larger sizes)
Minimum order: 5,000
Plain bags can be manufactured upon request. Minimum order for PLAIN bags is 1,000.
Lead times subject to location of manufacture (4 to 12 weeks)
Manufactured in: 

* Standard colours are: Royal Blue, Sky Blue, Navy Blue, Apple Green, British Racing Green, Red, Laura Ashley Green, Harrods Green, Grey, Black, Silver, Gold, Yellow, Orange, Burgundy, Pink, Violet, Ivory, Beige, Brown.
For competitive prices on warehouse facilities and parcel/distribution services for carrier bags and other packaging items please ask our sales team.
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| A twin clip carrier is manufactured using a consisitent gauge, but has two plastic handles which clip together to close the bag and form a comfortable handle. There is a wide choice of handle styles available.
Materials: HDPE or LDPE
Colours: White, Clear, Frosted or Standard*
Sizes are generally as per your requirements. These are maximum and minimum sizes, as the bag needs to be large enough for a handle to be fitted, or to be able to fit into handle fitting machines.
Minimum order: 10,000
Printing colours: Up to 4 colours
Lead times subject to location of manufacture (4 to 12 weeks)
Manufactured in: 
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| A Duffle carrier bag is ideal for projecting an energetic youthful image. These carrier bags can be reused time and again, and are so. Duffle Bags are ideal for people on the go. They generally have a alrge capacity and can be quickly slung over the shoulder. Beckdale Duffle Bags are manufactured using a secure TOT to enclose the rope, string PP rope, metal eyelets to hold the rope in place and strong side welds. These bags can be printed up to full colour process and can be supplied with a number of different colour ropes. Many sizes are available too. Contact us for more details. Minimum quantities can be as low as 1,000 and lead time can be as little as 4 weeks.
The specification of the bag shown here is as follows:
Duffle Carrier Bag Quantity: 5,000 (Min = 5,000 for this size) Material: 65mu White LDPE Printed blue, both sides Steel metal eyelet White 5mm dia PP rope Size: 18" x 24" + 4" (+TOT)
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| These are very similar to turn over top carrier bags, except they have a larger lip which covers the top of the bag. This allows for the addition of a permanent peal and seal strip, ideal for the new EU airport legislation which requires all liquids to be carried in clear plastic bags onboard flights.
These can be produced with a permanent, resealabel or security tape, with or without a pocket.
Although the LDPE can be printed up to 8 colours it is advisable that these are left as plain as possible for security reasons. A small airline or airport logo with some brief details is as much as advisable to add to these bags. Subject to a minimum order quantity it would be possible to add a fire retardant additive to the polythene making the bags even safer for airline travel. For quotations please call us on the number above.
Description: Airplane duty free carrier bags
Materials: LDPE
Colours: White, Clear, Frosted or Standard*
Minimum order: Limitations apply
Printing colours: Up to 8 colours
Lead times subject to location of manufacture (6 to 8 weeks)
Manufactured in: 
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| We can supply printed polythene carrier bags within 7 working days, sometimes less depending on factory capacity. These can be printed onto white or standard coloured polythenes (LDPE - low density). Fast track orders are only available on the Vari-gauge style of carrier bags. The most common size for this carrier bag is 15"x18"+3" (Width x Height + base gusset). Other common sizes include 12"x16"+3", 22"x18"+3", 30"x24"+4" (White only). Printing can be done up to 6 colours in total (so 3 one side, 3 another, or 4 and 2) but becomes more expensive the more colours you have. Each colour still requires its own plate and ink tray on the machine. We deliver anywhere in the UK within the specified time (remote regions subject to services available). The specification for the above bag would be as follows:
Varigauge Carrier Bag
1,000 + (Min quantity)
Size: 15"x18"+3"
Material: 45/90mu Yellow LDPE
Printing: 1 colour, 2 sides, 30%
Punched hole handle
Fast track service.
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| An ideal short run, promo or exhibition carrier bag
Variguage carrier bags are manufactured using a polythene of varying thickness, hence the name. The standard material is usually 45mu (microns) at the base and around the gusset, which increases with the height of the bag so that the material thickness is 90mu (microns) around the handle area. The bag strength therefore comes from a single sheet of polythene and results in a strong handle. The bags are ideal for short runs and can be produced from quantities of 1,000 upwards in a variety of standard colours. Due to the varying gauge however, it is not possible to print these bags with a process print as the varying gauge would cause problems with the process.
These bags can be produced in 7 working days on a fastrack service
The specification of the above bag is as follows:
Remember: Beckdale can create or supply artwork too
Vari-gauge carrier bags Quantity: 1,000+ Material: White LDPE, 45/90mu printed Pink, both sides, 30% ink coverage Punched handle Size: 15"x18"+3"
These bags can be produced from widths of 12" wide, up to 30" wide, and heights of 16" up to 24". Although greater minimums may apply to some sizes and colours. Generally all sizes can be produced on a white varigauge LDPE film.
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| Flexi-loop polythene carrier bags are ideal when you have just that little bit more shopping as the handles allow extra carrying capacity. Easier on the hands as well due to the quality/thickness of the handles. The same prinicple applies as varigauge polythene bags or patch handle bags for guage of polythene. Variloop carriers have double the thickness at the top of the bag to give strength around the handle area, and can be printed with spot colours. Flexi-loop TOT carriers are of a standard gauge of polythene throughout and can be printed with single or in CMYK process prints. Both types of carrier are available in a variety of colours with matching or contrasting handles also available.
The spcification of the carrier bag shown here is as follows:
TOT Flexiloop Carrier Bag 5,000 minimum quantity 16"x18"+3" (Width x Height + Base Gusset)White LDPE Flexiloop Handle
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| Side and base gusseted flexiloop carrier bags are an ideal way to provide a quality looking bag for less than a luxury style paper carrier. These bags open out to create an open box like shape, ideal for bulky items like shoes boxes or a large quantity of clothing. These bags are available in wide range of sizes, the bag shown here is only for accessories and small boxes.
Flexiloop carrier bags Quantity: 5,000 (min) 190mm (W) x 270mm (H) + 70mm (G) 90mu Frosted HDPE Frosted HD Flexiloop handle Printed 2 colours Base card reinforcement
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| We can supply a wide range of flexiloop and vari-loop carrier bags. The main difference between this carrier and others is the flexible handle. The handle can be of either LDPE or HDPE depending on the quantity you are ordering. Also the handle can be produced from any colour polythene. For small runs of 1,000 to 10,000, generally the colour is from standard available colours only. The handle can also be manufactured to a short length or shoulder length, but yet again, this is subject to quantity ordered as standard processes on shorter runs can only attach a short handle.
The TOT flexiloop carrier bag is produced from a standard gauge material, usually between 45mu and 65mu (micron) LDPE (Low Density Polythene) and can be supplied in any of the standard colours*. These bags are ideal for bag for life carrier bags and promoting reuseable concepts. Flexiloop carrier bags can be produced using a biodegradeable polythene to help the environement too.
The carrier bag shown here is of the following specification:
TOT Flexiloop carrier bags
Quantity: 5,000+ (min)
12"x14"+3" (WxH+G)
White 45mu LDPE
Clear LDPE Flexiloop handle
Black and Yellow ink, 2 sides, full coverage.
* Standard colours are: Royal Blue, Sky Blue, Navy Blue, Apple Green, British Racing Green, Red, Laura Ashley Green, Harrods Green, Grey, Black, Silver, Gold, Yellow, Orange, Burgundy, Pink, Violet, Ivory, Beige, Brown.
Also, clear white and frosted are available.
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A flexiloop carrier is similar to the vari-gauge and patch handled carrier bags, but with a welded polythene loop handle attached. A flexiloop handle is an ideal solution to add a little more class to a polythene carrier bag.
For UK manufactured quantities over 10,000 an optional turn over top can be incorporated into the bag (if required for strength). Other than a turnover top, the vari-gauge material can be used. Colour of the loop does not have to be the same as that of the carrier.
Flexiloop carrier bags can also be manufactured with a side and base gusset, cardboard top and base reinforcements, long or short handles and printed up to 100% (not all styles can be printed 100%).
Materials: HDPE or LDPE
Colours: White, Clear, Frosted or Standard*
Standard size: 15x18+3"
available sizes: From 12x18+3" up to 20x22+5"
Minimum order: 1,000 (limitations apply)
Printing colours: Up to 4 colours (Full colour process is available for larger quantities)
Lead times subject to location of manufacture (1* to 12 weeks)
Manufactured in:
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| We can supply a wide range of gusseted flexiloop carrier bags. The main difference between this carrier and others is the flexible handle. The handle can be of either LDPE or HDPE depending on the quantity you are ordering. The bag shown here as a rigid polythene handle, which is constructed from folind and welding the polythene to make a robust folded tape handle. The handle can be produced from any colour polythene, as can the bag material too.
The gusseted flexiloop carrier bag is produced from a standard gauge material, usually between 65mu and 85mu (micron) LDPE (Low Density Polythene) or HDPE (High Density Polythene). Having a side and base gusset allows the bag to have a much greater capacity than the base gusseted bags. These bags are ideal for bag for life carrier bags and promoting reuseable concepts. Flexiloop carrier bags can be produced using a biodegradeable polythene to help the environement too. Other extras on this style of bag include card reinforcements, full colour printing, foil stamping or even a rope handle instead of the flexiloop (the rope handle needs to be supported by a card reinforcement and metal eyelets).
The carrier bag shown here is of the following specification:
Side and base gusseted flexiloop carrier bag
Quantity: 5,000+ (min)
310mm x 460mm x 130mm (WxHxG)
Frosted 70mu HDPE
Black folded LD tape handle
Black ink, all sides, 50% coverage.
Foil stamping logo
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| Some of the quickest bags we can supply are the luxury rope handled paper bags. These are a semi hand made product and are perfect for portraying a quality image to your clients. The bags are fully customizable to a high degree. Full colour printing is available, even on short runs. The minimum we can supply is 250 bags. You can have them with various types of handle, metal eyelets, embossing, foil stamping, to mention some of the possibilities. All of our rope handled paper bags are supplied with top and base card reinforcements and either a gloss or matt lamination.
The carrier bag shown in this image is of the following specification. Please note, you can change the size to your own requirements. We will also always advise a nearest size previously produced which will help reduce your costs.
Rope handled luxury paper carrier bag
250+
280mm (Wide) x 340mm (High) + 70mm (Gusset)
Turn over top
Top and base card reinforcements
Gloss lamination
2 colour printing on both sides
No internal print
White polypropelene rope handles, 5mm diameter, short
No metal eyelets
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| We can supply a wide range of gusseted flexiloop carrier bags. The main difference between this carrier and others is the flexible handle. The handle can be of either LDPE or HDPE depending on the quantity you are ordering. Also the handle can be produced from any colour polythene, as can the bag material too. The handle can also be manufactured to a short length or shoulder length.
The gusseted flexiloop carrier bag is produced from a standard gauge material, usually between 65mu and 85mu (micron) LDPE (Low Density Polythene) or HDPE (High Density Polythene). Having a side and base gusset allows the bag to have a much greater capacity than the base gusseted bags. These bags are ideal for bag for life carrier bags and promoting reuseable concepts. Flexiloop carrier bags can be produced using a biodegradeable polythene to help the environement too. Other extras on this style of bag include card reinforcements, full colour printing, or even a rope handle instead of the flexiloop (the rope handle needs to be supported by a card reinforcement and metal eyelets).
The carrier bag shown here is of the following specification:
Side and base gusseted flexiloop carrier bag
Quantity: 5,000+ (min)
220mm x 310mm x 120mm (WxHxG)
Pink 60mu HDPE
Pink HDPE Flexiloop handle
Pink and Silver ink, 2 sides, low coverage.
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| We can supply a wide range of flexiloop and vari-loop carrier bags. The main difference between this carrier and others is the flexible handle. The handle can be of either LDPE or HDPE depending on the quantity you are ordering. Also the handle can be produced from any colour polythene. For small runs of 1,000 to 10,000, generally the colour is from standard available colours only. The handle can also be manufactured to a short length or shoulder length, but yet again, this is subject to quantity ordered as standard processes on shorter runs can only attach a short handle.
The flexiloop handle is welded to the inside of the polythene material and results in a very strong handle.
The TOT flexiloop carrier bag is produced from a standard gauge material, usually between 45mu and 65mu (micron) LDPE (Low Density Polythene) and can be supplied in any of the standard colours*. These bags are ideal for bag for life carrier bags and promoting reuseable concepts. Flexiloop carrier bags can be produced using a biodegradeable polythene to help the environement too.
The carrier bag shown here is of the following specification:
TOT Flexiloop carrier bags
Quantity: 5,000+ (min)
12"x14"+3" (WxH+G)
Coloured 65mu HDPE
Coloured HDPE Flexiloop handle
Blue and Silver ink, 2 sides, random coverage.
* Standard colours are: Royal Blue, Sky Blue, Navy Blue, Apple Green, British Racing Green, Red, Laura Ashley Green, Harrods Green, Grey, Black, Silver, Gold, Yellow, Orange, Burgundy, Pink, Violet, Ivory, Beige, Brown.
Also, clear white and frosted are available.
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| Patch handle carrier bags are a generic retail and exhibition carrier bag. These are usually manufactured in quantities of 5,000 or more. The LDPE material can be requested in many colours within the Schulman range. Beckdale will try to match the material colour to a pantone reference where possible. The size shown here is as follows:
Patch Handle carrier bags 15"x18"+3" in size / 381mm x 458mm + 76mm (Width x Height + Base gusset)
White 45mu LDPE Printed red, both sides, logo and text Quantity: 5,000+
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| De-Metalized Mail Bags
De-Metalized flexible mail bags.
Minimum quantity: 5,000
Metalised colours: Any
Printing: Up to 8 colours, including process printing.
Types: Skirt Weld, Side Weld, BottomGusseted, Wicketed, Stand up pouch bags, Laminated bubble mailers.
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| Patch handle polythene bags are one of the most widely used carrier bags. They are commonly used on the high street for fashion outlets and sports outlets and also used in many exhibition or promotional situations.
The bags have reinforced handles. A small patch of polythene is placed behind the handle location during manufacture so that when the handle hole is punched out, the surrounding LDPE or HDPE is supported by an extra layer of usually clear polythene. This adds far great strength around this area and allows the carrier bag to be used for longer periods and carry more weight. Without the patch insert, the handle area tends to be one of the weaker spots on a carrier bag as when in use correctly, the handle will have to support all of the contents of the carrier bag.
The example shown here is for a drink promotion in Africa.
The bag specification is as follows:
Patch handle carrier bag Quantity: 5,000+ (min quantity is 5,000) SizE: 16"x18"+3" : Height x Width + Base Gusset 50mu White LDPE Punched reinforced handle Printed 3 colours, both sides, with 90% ink coverage.
The bags are usually packed in out card boxes in quantities of 500 or 1,000. Deliveries can be made to any location around the UK or exported too. Beckdale can assist with all artwork and design processes of all carrier bags. A sample bag is not possible on this style of bag due to the machine set up requirements.
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| Patch handle polythene bags are one of the most widely used carrier bags. They are commonly used on the high street for fashion outlets and sports outlets and also used in many exhibition or promotional situations.
Construction:
The bags have reinforced handles. A small patch of polythene is placed behind the handle location during manufacture so that when the handle hole is punched out, the surrounding LDPE or HDPE is supported by an extra layer of usually clear polythene. This adds far great strength around this area and allows the carrier bag to be used for longer periods and carry more weight. Without the patch insert, the handle area tends to be one of the weaker spots on a carrier bag as when in use correctly, the handle will have to support all of the contents of the carrier bag. The bags are commonly side welded and produced with a base gusset to allow greater capacity within the bag.
The bag in the image has the following specification:
Patch handle carrier bag
Quantity: 5,000+ (min quantity is 5,000)
SizE: 12"x16"+3" : Height x Width + Base Gusset
50mu White LDPE
Punched reinforced handle
Printed 4 colours, both sides, with 100% ink coverage.
The bags are usually packed in out card boxes in quantities of 500 or 1,000. Deliveries can be made to any location around the UK or exported too. Beckdale can assist with all artwork and design processes of all carrier bags. A sample bag is not possible on this style of bag due to the machine set up requirements.
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| PATCH HANDLE CARRIER BAGS
A patch handle carrier is of continual gauge, but with an internally reinforced polythene patch around the handle, either glued or heat sealed. Usually finished with a straight cut punched out handle. A patch handle carrier bag can be printed up to 100% in full colour, and with extra spot colours (up to 8 colours in total subject to minimum quantities).
Materials: HDPE or LDPE
Colours: White, Clear, Frosted or Standard*
Standard size: 15"x18"+3"
available sizes: From 8"x12"+3" up to 26"x24"+5"
Printing: 1 to 6 colours as standard (up to 8 for 50k+)
Minimum order: 5,000
Lead times subject to location of manufacture, 4 to 12 weeks.
All bags can be delivered under plain cover if required.
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* Standard colours are: Royal Blue, Sky Blue, Navy Blue, Apple Green, British Racing Green, Red, Laura Ashley Green, Harrods Green, Grey, Black, Silver, Gold, Yellow, Orange, Burgundy, Pink, Violet, Ivory, Beige, Brown.
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| Flexiloop carrier bags can be printed with full ink coverage up to 6 or even 8 colours depending on quantity. The bags can be produced from a variety of different colour polythenes. If the quantity is sufficient (based on weight of polythene) then the material can be extruded to any colour desired. The bag shown here is only printed in 2 colours onto a white LDPE 50mu polythene. The handles are a black LDPE polythene. The full specification is as follows:
TOT Flexiloop carrier bags Quantity: 5,000 min 15"x18"+3" 50mu White LDPE 2 colours, 100% Black LDPE handle
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| Patch handle polythene bags are one of the most widely used carrier bags. They are commonly used on the high street for fashion outlets and sports outlets and also used in many exhibition or promotional situations.
Construction:
The bags have reinforced handles. A small patch of polythene is placed behind the handle location during manufacture so that when the handle hole is punched out, the surrounding LDPE or HDPE is supported by an extra layer of usually clear polythene. This adds far great strength around this area and allows the carrier bag to be used for longer periods and carry more weight. Without the patch insert, the handle area tends to be one of the weaker spots on a carrier bag as when in use correctly, the handle will have to support all of the contents of the carrier bag. The bags are commonly side welded and produced with a base gusset to allow greater capacity within the bag.
The bag in the image has the following specification:
Patch handle carrier bag
Quantity: 5,000+ (min quantity is 5,000)
Size: 16"x18"+3" : Height x Width + Base Gusset
50mu White LDPE
Punched reinforced handle
Printed 2 colours, both sides, with 60% ink coverage.
The bags are usually packed in out card boxes in quantities of 500 or 1,000. Deliveries can be made to any location around the UK or exported too. Beckdale can assist with all artwork and design processes of all carrier bags. A sample bag is not possible on this style of bag due to the machine set up requirements.
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| Patch handle polythene bags are one of the most widely used carrier bags. They are commonly used on the high street for fashion outlets and sports outlets and also used in many exhibition or promotional situations.
Construction:
The bags have reinforced handles. A small patch of polythene is placed behind the handle location during manufacture so that when the handle hole is punched out, the surrounding LDPE or HDPE is supported by an extra layer of usually clear polythene. This adds far great strength around this area and allows the carrier bag to be used for longer periods and carry more weight. Without the patch insert, the handle area tends to be one of the weaker spots on a carrier bag as when in use correctly, the handle will have to support all of the contents of the carrier bag. The bags are commonly side welded and produced with a base gusset to allow greater capacity within the bag.
The bag in the image has the following specification:
Patch handle carrier bag
Quantity: 5,000+ (min quantity is 5,000)
Size: 12"x16"+3" : Height x Width + Base Gusset
45mu White LDPE
Punched reinforced handle
Printed 2 colours, both sides, with 100% ink coverage.
The bags are usually packed in outer cardboard boxes in quantities of 500 or 1,000. Deliveries can be made to any location around the UK or exported too. Beckdale can assist with all artwork and design processes of all carrier bags. A sample bag is not possible on this style of bag due to the machine set up requirements.
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A 'duffle' style carrier bag is manufactured from a thick gauge polythene, with braided coloured rope through folded turn over top and reinforced eyelet. An ideal bag for fashion retail outlets and exhibitions. Duffle carrier bags are ideal for customers to reuse for all purposes, as they are quick and easy to sling over the shoulder for people on the go.
Materials: HDPE, MDPE or LDPE
Colours: White, Clear, Frosted or Standard (For order in the region of 10,000 duffle carrier bags and above, it is possible to have a specific polythene colour extruded)
Standard size: 16"x18"+3"
available sizes: From 14"x18"+3" up to 22"x22"+5"
Minimum order: 4,000 (1,000 can be produced but are not cost effective)
Lead times subject to location of manufacture (3* to 12 weeks)
Manufactured in: 
Duffle bags can also be manufactured using other materials such as non-woven polypropelene, nylon or cotton.
Minimum quantities apply subject to styles, materials and printing specifications.
Lead times subject to location of manufacture (8* to 12 weeks)
We also supply drawstring bags, double duffle bags - to go over both shoulders - ideal for cyclists or motorcyclists.
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| We can supply bespoke polythene carrier bags with rop handles. These are very popular among the younger female generation as the handle can easily be shoulder length and the overall usage of the bag is similar to a material shoulder bag.
The bag design is a side and base gusseted carrier bag, which opens out in a similar way to the rope handled luxury paper bags. The bags need to have a card reinforcement at the top and metal eyelets, as the rope needs a strong support to attach to. The handle can be either a rope, as shown here (PP rope, 5mm diameter), cotton or ribbon.
The specifcation of a polythene bag like this is as follows:
Rope handled LDPE carrier bag:
Quantity: 5,000+ (min qty = 5,000)
320mm (W) x 290mm (H) x 90mm (G)
60mu White LDPE
Metal eyelets
Top and base card reinforcement
5mm dia Green PP rope. Short
printed CMYK, both sides, 30% ink.
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| ROPE HANDLED polythene - custom made
A thick gauge carrier with brass or suitable eyelets, fitted with a hand or shoulder length cord. Turnover top and base reinforcements are an optional extra or you can have a full cardboard insert (see images below)
Materials: HDPE, MDPE or LDPE
Colours: White, Clear, Frosted or Standard*
Standard size: None
available sizes: Customer specific, please ask for details.
Minimum order: 5,000
Handle: Rope handles are only optional. This style of sqaure base carrier bag can have any of the following handles attached. Polypropelene stitched tape handles, flexiloop handles, solid-loop handles, punched out handles, cotton or polypropelene rope handles of varying thickness, fabric tape, polypropelene tubing, plastic handles, twin clip close handles...
Lead times subject to location of manufacture (9 to 12 weeks). These items can be part delivered via airfreight (bulk follows via sea freight) to reduce lead times.
Manufactured in:
Rope handled polythene carriers (with full cardboard inserts)

Solid-loop handles.

Polypropelene flat tape handled polythene carrier bags:

Or are you looking for something new...
Below are the new stye of polythene carrier bags, manufactured from high quality, heavy gauge polythenes to result in a superb rigid finish. These can be printed up to full colour to give fantastic results.
available in quantities of 10,000 upwards.
Please call for more details.
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| Flexiloop handles can be applied to a flat bag (with base gusset) or to an SOS style polythene carrier bag as shown here. These are not usually manufactured in the UK due to the machinery not being available. These bags are highly customisable and can be produced from HDPE or LDPE (High or Low density polythene) depending on requirements. HDPE is stronger but has a matt finish, where as LDPE is much more glossy but weaker for similar thickness material. LDPE is suitable if you require a clear polythene bag, where as HDPE results in a slightly frosted finish. The HDPE material shown within the bag here is specifically designed to be frosted. The bags can also be fitted shoulder length handles, rope handels or ribbon handles (eyelets required). For extra strength card reinforcement can be added to a turn over top to give the top of the bag a more rigid feel. Also, a card base can be added to give support and help keep the bags shape should heavier items be placed into the bag. HDPE Flexiloop bags can hold a massive amount of weight. Some have been proven to carry over 10kgs.
The specifcation of the above bag is as follows:
~Side & Base Gusseted Flexiloop Carrier Bag Quantity: 5,000 (min) Size: 420mm (Wide) x 490mm (High) + 120mm (Gussets) 90mu Frosted HDPE Frosted HDPE Flexiloop Handle Printed 2 colours, all sides. No reinforcements.
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| Flexiloop carrier bags can be printed bespoke to any print you need. Your corporate logo or design can be printed with a full colour CMYK process photo to give a fantastic powerful representation of your design. Beckdale can help you with all your design needs if you're struggling.
These bags are geenerally produced using a side weld, and mostly include a base gusset. The flexiloop carrier bag usually has a turn over top so the handles are double welded to the main polythen sheet of the bag. This allows for the bag to carry quite a large amount of weight. Thicker polythene can be used to increase the strength of the carrier bag.
For printing full colour images, it is advised that printing is onto white polythene. printing can also be done onto a clear or frosted polythene using a white background. This requires an extra colour as the white is not part of the usual process printing.
The specification of the above carrier bag is as follows:
TOT Flexiloop carrier bag Quantity: 5,000 (Similar styles can be printed with a 1,000 minimum but not printed full colour) Size: 15"x18"+3" Printed: 5 colours Red flexiloop LDPE handle 60mu White LDPE
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| A Vari-gauge carrier bag is ideal for a small shop, retail outlet or exhibition carrier bag. Aimed at small runs between 1,000 and 5,000 (can be more) bags, they offer an economical choice for the smaller budget. Although the printing area is limited to the central area of the bag, a company logo and details can easily be displayed.
A Vari-gauge carrier bag is so called due to the differing gauge from top to bottom. The handle area has a gauge twice as thick as that at the bottom. This gives the handle extra strength without the need for a reinforcement (see patch handle carrier bags). These have the option of a straight or kidney shaped punched out handle.
Materials: LDPE
Colours: White, Clear, Frosted or Standard*
Standard size: 15"x18"+3"
available sizes: From 12"x18"+3" up to 30"x24"+5"
Printing: The standard print area for a 15"x18"+3" varigauge carrier bag is 12"x12". For a 100% print coverage please see patch handle carrier bags.
Minimum order: 1,000
Lead times of manufacture (1* to 5 weeks)
Manufactured in: 

* = FastTrack surcharge required (£50.00 for 1,000 + £5.00/1,000 thereafter for fastrack service).
Vari-loop carrier bags
These are a combination of the varigauge carrier bags and the flexiloop carrier bags. Instead of punching a handle hole out of the bag, a flexiloop handle is attached instead. These can also be produced from 1,000 upwards.
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| Variguage carrier bags are manufactured using a polythene of varying thickness, hence the name. The standard material is usually 45mu (microns) at the base and around the gusset, which increases with the height of the bag so that the material thickness is 90mu (microns) around the handle area. The bag strength therefore comes from a single sheet of polythene and results in a strong handle. The bags are ideal for short runs and can be produced from quantities of 1,000 upwards in a variety of standard colours. Due to the varying gauge however, it is not possible to print these bags with a process print as the varying gauge would cause problems with the process.
These bags can be produced in 7 working days on a fastrack service
The specification of the above bag is as follows:
Remember: Beckdale can supply artwork too
Vari-gauge carrier bags Quantity: 1,000+ Material: Beige LDPE, 45/90mu Printed Black, both sides, 30% ink coverage Punched handle Size: 15"x18"+3"
These bags can be produced from widths of 12" wide, up to 30" wide, and heights of 16" up to 24". Although greater minimums may apply to some sizes and colours. Generally all sizes can be produced on a white varigauge LDPE film.
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| We can supply a wide range of flexiloop and vari-loop carrier bags. The main difference between this carrier and others is the flexible handle. The handle can be of either LDPE or HDPE depending on the quantity you are ordering. Also the handle can be produced from any colour polythene. For small runs of 1,000 to 10,000, generally the colour is from standard available colours only. The handle can also be manufactured to a short length or shoulder length, but yet again, this is subject to quantity ordered as standard processes on shorter runs can only attach a short handle.
The vari-loop carrier bag is produced from a varigauge material, where by the material is thicker at the top than at the base. The standard material is 45/90mu (micron) LDPE (Low Density Polythene) and can be supplied in any of the standard colours*.
The carrier bag shown here is of the following specification:
Vari-gauge carrier bags Quantity: 1,000+ (min) 16"x18"+3" (WxH+G) Black 45/90mu LDPE Silver LDPE Flexiloop handle Silver ink, 2 sides.
* Standard colours are: Royal Blue, Sky Blue, Navy Blue, Apple Green, British Racing Green, Red, Laura Ashley Green, Harrods Green, Grey, Black, Silver, Gold, Yellow, Orange, Burgundy, Pink, Violet, Ivory, Beige, Brown.
Also, clear white and frosted are available.
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| Desgined for large scale production and economy, a vest handled carrier is made of High Density polythene, usually of very low gauge. This allows a very low cost bag to be used for holding a relatively heavy weight. These carrier bags are available in biodegradeable materials although minimums apply.
Available with biodegradable and degradable polythene additives for quantities of 500,000 or more.
* If quantity is large enough any colour can be chosen for the material.
** Limitations apply to a print run of 50,000 bags.
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| Varigauge polythene carrier bags are printed up to 6 colours in total. That can be all 6 on one side, or 3 on each side. Or some other combination, but totalling 6 colours. It may be better to think of it as 6 plates or designs which can be on either side. The material doubles in thickness from the base to give extra support around the handle area. The bags can be produced in quantities as little as 1,000 and also on a fast track service which allows us to despatch the bags within 7 working days, sometimes sooner.
Vari-gauge carrier bags 1,000 min 15"x18"+3" 1 colour, 2 sides POH Handle 45/90mu White LDPE
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