12x16+4BG Co-Extruded Polypropylene Wicket Bags - High-Speed Bagging Solution
These 12x16+4BG co-extruded polypropylene wicket bags deliver efficient, automated packaging for produce departments, bakery operations, and food service facilities. The wicket design enables rapid dispensing on automated bagging equipment, while the 4-inch bottom gusset provides expanded capacity for bulkier items. Co-extruded construction combines multiple polymer layers for optimal strength and clarity.
Specs: 12 x 16" + 4" bottom gusset | Co-extruded polypropylene | Wicket-mounted | 1,000/case | FDA food-contact compliant
Commercial Applications
Wicketed gusset bags in this size serve high-volume food packaging operations where speed and efficiency matter. Supermarket produce departments use these for bulk fruit and vegetable bagging at checkout or in-store packaging stations. Bakery operations rely on wicket bags for rapid bagging of rolls, bagels, buns, and pastries—the gusseted bottom accommodates a dozen bagels or similar quantities with room to spare. Food service distributors use this format for portioned bread products, dinner rolls, and specialty baked goods destined for restaurants and institutions.
Key Features
- Wicket-Mounted Design: Ready for automatic dispensing equipment, eliminating manual bag opening and dramatically increasing throughput
- 4" Bottom Gusset: Expanded base capacity accommodates bulkier items while maintaining a stable, flat-bottom presentation
- Co-Extruded Construction: Multi-layer polypropylene provides superior clarity, strength, and puncture resistance versus single-layer films
- Food-Grade Material: FDA compliant for direct food contact in produce, bakery, and food service applications
- Crystal Clear Presentation: Polypropylene's natural clarity showcases product contents for retail display
Common Questions
Q: What wicket equipment are these bags compatible with?
A: These bags fit standard wicket dispensing systems with standard hole spacing. The wicket holes are positioned for compatibility with most commercial automatic bagging machines used in grocery and bakery environments.
Q: How many bagels or rolls fit in a 12x16+4BG bag?
A: The 12x16 dimensions with 4-inch bottom gusset comfortably hold a dozen standard bagels, 18-24 dinner rolls, or equivalent volume of baked goods. The gusset expands to accommodate varying shapes.
Q: What's the difference between co-extruded and standard polypropylene bags?
A: Co-extruded bags combine multiple polymer layers during manufacturing, resulting in better puncture resistance, improved seal strength, and enhanced clarity compared to single-layer films—ideal for food packaging applications.
Why Choose Prism Pak
Prism Pak supplies wicketed bags in full case quantities at wholesale pricing. Our packaging expertise helps commercial operations select the right film type, size, and format for their specific bagging equipment and product requirements.
