Jul 16th 2024
How To Measure Our Stock Packaging for Confectionery and Specialty Food Products
"How do I know my product will fit?" We get this question a lot because no one wants to order the wrong size. The best advice is to measure twice and order once. But for any given type of packaging, how do you know which measurements are important? Here's our guide for the best ways to measure stock packaging to ensure you get the packaging you need.
Measuring Ribbon For Specialty Food Packaging
Ribbon widths are measured by either the inch (in) or millimeter (mm). Ribbon lengths are measured in either yards (yds) or meters (m). When you read ribbon dimensions, they are always listed in width by length.
The Best Way To Measure Pre-Tied Bows For Food Packaging
There are a number of ways to measure pre-tied bows. It's important to know the width of the ribbon, but the span of the bow (measured from the widest part from side to side) and the length of the twist tie (if applicable) are critical if you want the bow to fit and look great. Measure your packaging a few times, and if you're using bags, make sure they're filled when making measurements.
Candy Cups Come In Many Shapes And Sizes
Candy cups are measured diameter by height. The diameter is taken from the bottom of the cup, while the height is measured from top to bottom of the wall of the candy cup. When measuring the diameter make sure you’re measuring a straight line across the center of the bottom of the candy cup. Be sure to measure the candy itself, as well as the box. Don't forget to include space for the padding!
Tips For Measuring Confectionery And Specialty Food Boxes
All boxes are three-dimensional and therefore have three measurements. We always start with the side the box opens on and list the dimensions side to side x front to back x top to bottom. Sloped boxes are always measured at the bottom (smallest part) of the slope.
Tubes And Rounds Pair With Cookies, Just Get The Right Size
Tubes and rounds are a great way to display cookies, candies, and other sugary delights. For our round containers, we list sizes diameter by depth. Most of the time the dimensions listed refer to usable space. If it's tight, request a sample.
Gusseted And Flat Bags Can Be Hard To Measure
Our gusseted bags are measured side to side x front to back x top to bottom (same as our boxes). Our flat bags are measured side to side x top to bottom. For lip and tape bags we list dimensions side to side x top to bottom. Feel free to call us for a bag consult, and we can always send you samples.
There Are Four Important Measurements For Pouches
Pouches are measured side to side x front to back x top to bottom (same as our boxes and bags). These dimensions measure the outside of the pouch and NOT usable space. In most cases, you can count on up to 1-1/2” space from the top to the bottom of the zipper area, and up o 1/4” seal on each side of the pouch. When it comes to pouches, it's best to err on the side of a larger size.
Get The Right Size Stretch Loop
With our stretch loops we list dimensions loop by cut. The loop is the circumference of the loop all the way around, so a 10” loop would have a length of 5” on either side of the bow when NOT stretched. The cut is the length of the loop if untied and laid flat. See our Stretch Loop Guide for further instruction on what stretch loops fix on all of our products.
The Best Way To Measure A Tray
Our trays are measured side to side x front to back x top to bottom. Where the cavity sizes are consistent, their size will be listed, if the cavity sizes in a tray vary that will also be noted. Take care when ordering trays: They're delicate and your presentation will be better when the fit is just right.
