A system for enhanced conveying of flexible packages includes a packaging system (12, 212), an inflation system (280), and a conveying system (250). The packaging system is configured to place an object in a flexible package. The inflation system is configured to insert a gas into the flexible package. The packaging system is further configured to seal an edge of the flexible package in an inflated state with the object and the inserted gas inside the flexible package. The conveying system is configured to convey the flexible package while the flexible package is substantially in the inflated state. The flexible package is configured to permit gas to escape the flexible package at a controlled flow rate such that the flexible package remains substantially in the inflated state while being conveyed by the conveying system and the flexible package transitions to being substantially in a deflated state after being conveyed by the conveying system.

Disclosed is a stand-up microwavable bag for cooking fresh produce. The bag includes a self-saucing mechanism that automatically deposits flavour sauces onto the produce during microwaving. A steam pressure release valve is provided to balance internal steam pressure during microwaving to prevent bag explosion. The bag is also designed to extend the shelf life of produce (whole or pre-cut) to reduce food waste.

Disclosed is a stand-up microwavable bag for cooking fresh produce. The bag includes a self-saucing mechanism that automatically deposits flavour sauces onto the produce during microwaving. A steam pressure release valve is provided to balance internal steam pressure during microwaving to prevent bag explosion. The bag is also designed to extend the shelf life of produce (whole or pre-cut) to reduce food waste.

A medical device sterile barrier system that is easier for surgical personnel to use by allowing easier opening and removal of the medical device from the sterile packaging, includes a sterile bag within which a medical device is held secure via a removable holster, the holster being fashioned with a hinge feature such that the holster has a clamshell arrangement and folds in half along the hinge feature to clamp the medical device parts in place between the two halves of the clamshell. To remove the medical device the holster is simply unfolded about the hinge feature to reveal the parts of the device, which can then be lifted out of the holster and assembled in the usual way. There are thus no polymer tab features forming part of the holster and interacting with the device to secure it in place that need removal before the device can be used.

A medical device sterile barrier system that is easier for surgical personnel to use by allowing easier opening and removal of the medical device from the sterile packaging, includes a sterile bag within which a medical device is held secure via a removable holster, the holster being fashioned with a hinge feature such that the holster has a clamshell arrangement and folds in half along the hinge feature to clamp the medical device parts in place between the two halves of the clamshell. To remove the medical device the holster is simply unfolded about the hinge feature to reveal the parts of the device, which can then be lifted out of the holster and assembled in the usual way. There are thus no polymer tab features forming part of the holster and interacting with the device to secure it in place that need removal before the device can be used.

A package for holding a product. The package can comprise a liner for at least partially receiving the product and at least partially wrapping around the product. The package further can comprise a construct wrapped at least partially around the liner. The construct can comprise a first portion and a second portion, the first portion at least partially overlapping and engaging the second portion.

A package for holding a product. The package can comprise a liner for at least partially receiving the product and at least partially wrapping around the product. The package further can comprise a construct wrapped at least partially around the liner. The construct can comprise a first portion and a second portion, the first portion at least partially overlapping and engaging the second portion.

A package of thermal and/or acoustic insulation material has a carrying handle secured to its enveloping film. The carrying handle comprises a handle film having at least one incision which separates an attachment portion of the handle film which is secured to a portion of the surface of the enveloping film from an integral grip portion of the handle film which is configured to allow a user's hand to be inserted between the grip portion and the enveloping film to grip the package.

A recyclable single-use sachet is provided including an inner envelope, an outer envelope, an organic additive effective to facilitate biodegradation in a biologically active landfill, and a peripheral seal. The outer envelope can be formed from a single, folded, layer of material, or from multiple layers joined together. Likewise, the inner envelope can be formed from one or more layers of material. Systems and methods for manufacturing the single-use recyclable sachet are also provided.

A recyclable single-use sachet is provided including an inner envelope, an outer envelope, an organic additive effective to facilitate biodegradation in a biologically active landfill, and a peripheral seal. The outer envelope can be formed from a single, folded, layer of material, or from multiple layers joined together. Likewise, the inner envelope can be formed from one or more layers of material. Systems and methods for manufacturing the single-use recyclable sachet are also provided.