Reliable reclosable packaging that’s easy to use can keep customers coming back for more… getting started is easier than you think.
3M™ Grip Lock Strip for Reclosable Packaging
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Consumers demand reclosures on their on-the-go food options that open and close easily and securely as well as provide tactile feedback that reassures them that their package is really closed when they seal it. Introducing 3M™ Grip Lock Strip, a reclosure solution that is suitable for pre-made pouches and horizontal form/fill/seal flexible packaging applications and meets consumer and manufacturer needs. Example applications include pouches holding up to five pounds of:
- Salty snacks and nuts
- Candies and cookies
- Dry beverages (coffee, tea or powdered drinks)
- Dry cooking ingredients (pasta or spices)
- Household and personal items (cotton balls, cotton swabs, hair ties, etc.)
- Dry pet food and treats
- Many other food and non-food items
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Benefits for Consumers
In a world where everyone’s constantly on the move, customers demand on-the-go simplicity and freshness – but current reclosure options can be hard to use. That’s why we created 3M™ Grip Lock Strip for reclosable packaging to be both reliable and easy to seal correctly the first time.
- Easy to open and close – doesn’t require precise alignment
- A closure you can feel – tactile feedback lets you know it’s sealing
- Performance typically isn’t affected by food crumbs or oils
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3M™ Grip Lock Strip vs. Typical ClosuresClosure profile comparison (engaged thickness)Benefits for Manufacturers
Besides being easy for consumers to use, 3M™ Grip Lock Strip also makes pouch production a cinch.
- Up to 60% thinner than typical closures for:
- Improved edge crush and line speeds
- Less Waste – Weight reduction of up to 65% vs. competitive closures
- Unique co-polymer backing for easy application to a wide variety of films
- Adapts to existing production equipment with minimal modifications – and our experts will help
- Up to 60% thinner than typical closures for:
Packaging Matters
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Purchasing Decision
58% of consumers sought packaging features with the ability to reseal and reclose²
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Ease of Use
71% of people say that it is important for the package to be easy to reclose or reseal¹
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Brand Loyalty
60% of people have purchased a product again because of packaging functionality (24% even recommended a product because of the packaging)¹
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What Customers Want
Consumers say it is more important for brands to focus on features that make using the product easier than on innovative design and appearance¹
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Applying Science to Package Closures
3M is a world leader in making micro hooks for the diaper industry, and we applied that expertise to making 3M™ Grip Lock Strip reliable and easy to use.
- Fines have minimal effect on closure performance
- Multi-hook reclosure system
- Securely closes even when strips are not precisely aligned
- Extremely thin profile
See 3M™ Grip Lock Strip in Action
Find Out What 3M™ Grip Lock Strip Can Do for Your Brand
1) Submit sample request and receive our pouch reclosure sample by mail
2) Schedule a call or on-site visit from 3M – we’ll review and discuss project details, pouch material and application (form-fill-seal vs. pre-make then fill), and the type of machine equipment
3) Our technicians will work with you to provide the tooling and set up and run a trial
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1 Packaging Matters™ – WestRock Consumer Insights Study June 2016, 2 Top 7 Reasons Functional Packaging Matters – Avery Dennison 2018 infographic
