It seems there are no other simpler bags than plastic garbage bags. But for those of you who are merchants for this product, it is vital to know several related elements. This will help you understand more about the product and be able to choose the options that bring you the most profit.
Identify Plastic Garbage Bag Sizes Based on Trash Can Capacity
Look at the following guide to find your waste container and the recommended bag size.
Commercial garbage bag sizes are presented in two numbers, for example, 30″ x 36″. The first number (30″) is the size of the opening of the bag and the second number (36″) is its length. To identify the correct bag size, first, measure the can’s circumference then measure its height.
Each container should have a gallon capacity or size printed on it. Just match the picture to your receptacle and it will tell you which size trash bag you need.
Bag Width: The width of the trash can liner for your container equals half of the circumference of your container.
– Square Container Circumference:
Circumference = sum of all four sides added together.
– Round Container Circumference:
Circumference = diameter multiplied by 3.14.
Bag length: For both round and square containers, the bag length is the height of the container, plus 4-5 inches for overhang.
Choose the Right Material for The Right Application
Low-Density (LD) Can Liner:
- Usage: Low-density trash can liners have excellent resistance to punctures and tearing, recommended for sharper objects under tougher transport conditions.
- Puncture Resistance: Good
- Tear Resistance: Better
- Load Capacity: Good
High-Density (HD) Can Liner:
- Usage: Using less plastic than linear low-density can liners, high-density garbage bags are great for paper and non-sharp objects under moderate transportation conditions.
- Puncture Resistance: Better
- Tear Resistance: Good
- Load Capacity: Better
Understand Gauge Thickness
Gauge is a term identifying thickness. Film thickness partly stands for the plastic can liner strength. In fact, with advanced resins and additives, manufacturers can produce thinner, lighter can liners that are stronger than thicker trash can liners made from lesser quality materials. Low-Density Can Liners (LD) is normally measured by mil thickness; High-Density Can Liners (HD) are measured by Micron thickness.
- Mil: (one-thousandth of an inch) 1MIL = .001″. Can liners range between .9 to 1.5 mils
- Micron (mic): 25.4 microns equals .001″. 1,000 microns = 1mm. Can liners range between 12 to 30 microns