PE Monofilament Bag
Product Overview
This high tensile PE monofilament bag is a specialized plastic mesh packaging solution designed specifically for packing potato, onion and other root vegetables. Manufactured from PE monofilament via a circular weaving process, the bag features a uniform mesh structure that supports consistent air flow, making it ideal for fresh produce that requires continuous ventilation to maintain quality post-harvest. The bag has a gram weight ranging from 38 to 60g per square meter, with a load capacity of 1 to 50kg, catering to different packing volumes from small retail packs to large bulk shipping sacks. It offers high flexibility, excellent tear resistance and reliable low temperature resistance, ensuring it performs well across different stages of the supply chain. The mesh size of the bag is adjustable to match different vegetable types and packing requirements, and pricing is determined based on the specific size and gram weight of the bag. The product meets European agricultural import standards, supports fast sampling within 3 to 5 days, and has a regular order lead time of 7 to 15 days, making it a reliable packaging solution for agricultural supply chain operators.
Production Process
The PE monofilament bag is produced via a circular weaving process, which is a manufacturing method that interlaces PE monofilament yarns in a circular formation to create a seamless, uniform mesh structure. This process ensures that the mesh holes are evenly distributed across the entire surface of the bag, eliminating uneven gaps that could lead to inconsistent air flow or structural weak points. The circular weaving method also allows for precise control over the tension of the monofilament yarns, resulting in a bag that is highly flexible yet resistant to stretching and tearing under load. The PE monofilament material used in the bag is formulated to retain its structural integrity even in low temperature environments, such as cold storage facilities, where many traditional plastic bags become brittle and prone to cracking. The adjustable mesh size capability of the production process means the bag can be configured with different hole sizes to suit specific produce: for example, smaller mesh holes for small root vegetables to prevent produce from falling out, and larger mesh holes for larger vegetables to maximize air circulation.
Core Specifications
The core specifications of the PE monofilament bag, as derived from its design and manufacturing process, are as follows: Material: PE monofilament; Production process: Circular weaving; Gram weight range: 38–60g/㎡; Load capacity range: 1–50kg; Structural features: Uniform mesh holes, adjustable mesh size; Mechanical properties: High flexibility, high tear resistance; Environmental resistance: Low temperature resistance; Compliance: Meets European agricultural import standards; Sampling lead time: 3–5 days; Regular order lead time: 7–15 days; Pricing model: Based on bag size and gram weight; Performance metrics: Reduces spoilage and germination loss by approximately 10%, handling breakage rate less than 2%.
Key Advantages
The PE monofilament mesh bag offers a range of targeted advantages that address the specific needs of root vegetable packaging across the supply chain. First, its excellent air permeability, enabled by uniform mesh holes, supports continuous air circulation around the packed vegetables. Root vegetables like potato and onion continue to respire after harvesting, releasing heat and moisture that can lead to internal heating, sprouting and rot if not ventilated properly. This air circulation capability reduces spoilage and germination loss by about 10%, helping farmers, distributors and importers cut down on significant product waste. Second, the bag’s high toughness and tear resistance make it resistant to pulling and tearing during handling, loading and unloading processes. This results in a handling breakage rate of less than 2%, minimizing product spillage, additional labor costs and lost revenue from damaged goods. Third, the bag is available in a wide range of sizes, which allows operators to select the optimal size for their specific packing needs, improving container space utilization during ocean shipping and reducing overall logistics costs. The wide size range also aligns with European agricultural import standards, ensuring compliance for produce shipped into the European market. Fourth, the bag’s low temperature resistance means it can be used in cold storage environments without becoming brittle or cracking, maintaining its structural integrity even during long-term cold storage of root vegetables. Fifth, the product supports fast sampling within 3 to 5 days, allowing customers to test the bag’s performance with their own produce before placing bulk orders, and offers a regular order lead time of 7 to 15 days, supporting efficient supply chain planning and reducing inventory holding costs for customers.
Target Customers
This PE monofilament mesh bag is designed to serve a range of customer groups across the root vegetable supply chain, with a specific focus on European market operators. Core customer groups include European importers of fresh agricultural produce, who require packaging that meets local import standards and can withstand long ocean shipping journeys. It is also ideal for farm bases that specialize in potato, onion and other root vegetable cultivation, who need reliable packaging for post-harvest collection and transport to processing facilities. Vegetable sorting and processing factories are another key customer group, as they require packaging that can be used for bulk packing of sorted produce for storage and distribution. Additionally, fresh produce wholesale distributors and cold storage operators that handle root vegetable storage and long-haul transportation can benefit from the bag’s durability, air permeability and low temperature resistance. All of these customer groups share a common goal of reducing product loss, improving supply chain efficiency and meeting regulatory requirements for agricultural packaging.
Application Scenarios
The PE monofilament mesh bag is suitable for use across multiple stages of the root vegetable supply chain, from harvesting to final distribution. At the farm level, the bag can be used during potato and onion harvesting operations, allowing farmers to collect and transport freshly harvested vegetables from the field to sorting facilities without damaging the produce. Its high load capacity means it can be used for bulk collection, reducing the number of handling steps required post-harvest. At vegetable sorting and processing factories, the bag can be used for packing sorted, cleaned vegetables into appropriate sizes for storage or shipping. Its adjustable mesh size allows factories to select the right mesh for different vegetable types, ensuring small produce does not fall out while maintaining optimal air flow. The bag’s low temperature resistance makes it ideal for use in cold storage facilities, where root vegetables are stored for extended periods to maintain freshness. The continuous air circulation provided by the mesh prevents moisture buildup and heating inside the bag, extending the shelf life of stored vegetables. For long-distance ocean shipping, the bag’s tear resistance and wide size range make it suitable for bulk loading into shipping containers, improving container utilization and reducing logistics costs. Finally, the bag can be used for wholesale distribution of packed vegetables to retail outlets, food service providers and other end customers, with available sizes suitable for both bulk wholesale and smaller retail packs.
Solutions to Industry Pain Points
The fresh produce packaging industry faces several persistent pain points that this PE monofilament mesh bag is designed to directly address. One of the most significant pain points is poor ventilation in traditional packaging, which leads to vegetable heating, germination and rot during storage and shipping. This problem is particularly acute for root vegetables, which have high respiration rates post-harvest and require consistent air flow to maintain quality. The uniform mesh structure of this bag solves this problem by enabling continuous air circulation, reducing spoilage and germination loss by about 10% and cutting down on unnecessary product waste. Another common pain point is the tendency of many traditional packaging bags to tear easily during loading, unloading and handling, leading to product spillage, additional labor costs and lost revenue. The high toughness and tear resistance of this bag result in a handling breakage rate of less than 2%, minimizing damage during material handling and improving overall supply chain efficiency. A third pain point is mismatched bag sizes, which reduce container utilization during ocean shipping and increase logistics costs. The wide size range of this bag allows operators to select the optimal size for their packing needs, ensuring maximum use of container space and lowering per-unit shipping costs. Additionally, many packaging options do not meet European agricultural import standards, leading to compliance risks and potential shipment delays for importers. This bag is manufactured to meet European agricultural import standards, eliminating compliance risks and ensuring smooth customs clearance for produce shipped into the European market.
Commonly Asked Questions
Q1: How is the price of the PE monofilament bag determined?
A: The price of the bag is based on its specific size and gram weight, to match different customer packing requirements and produce types.
Q2: What is the lead time for sampling the bag?
A: Sampling can be completed within 3 to 5 days, allowing customers to test the bag’s performance with their own produce before placing bulk orders.
Q3: What is the lead time for regular bulk orders?
A: The lead time for regular bulk orders ranges from 7 to 15 days, depending on the order volume and specific bag specifications.
Q4: Does the bag meet European agricultural import requirements?
A: Yes, the bag is manufactured to meet European agricultural import standards, ensuring compliance for fresh produce shipped into the European market.
Q5: What is the load capacity range of the bag?
A: The bag supports a load capacity of 1 to 50kg, suitable for different packing volumes from small retail packs to large bulk shipping sacks.
Q6: Can the mesh size of the bag be adjusted?
A: Yes, the mesh size is adjustable to fit different vegetable types and packing needs, ensuring optimal air circulation and preventing produce from falling out of the bag.
Q7: What performance benefits does the bag offer for reducing product loss?
A: The bag reduces spoilage and germination loss by approximately 10% through excellent air permeability, and has a handling breakage rate of less than 2% due to its high toughness and tear resistance, helping customers minimize product waste across the supply chain.
