About Us

For more information on the courier bags, mailing envelopes and mail order bags that we stock or can manufacture for you, please see our mail order bags section.

We were established in 1961 by Mr Geoffrey Davies who purchased a bag making machine advertised in the local paper and sold door to door. As sales grew, Geoffrey Davies teamed up with college friend Brian Turner who became in charge of production and the business moved firstly to a lock-up garage and then on to larger factory premises in Alperton, West London.

After some consolidation, we now have a new management team headed by Jon Lomax and are looking to continue Polybags' development and success. Business is expanding again. Improvements are being made and after taking on the business of Chapel Polythene in 2005 we are now very tight for space and have committed to extending into next door at the end of this year.

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Postal bags need the proper balance of strength and light weight if they are to survive picking, packing and sorting without adding unnecessary postage cost. A bag that is also thin can split at the seams when filled with folded garments, printed material, small parts or boxed accessories, while one that is also heavy raises material use and shipping weight for no proper benefit. Self-seal glue has to grab cleanly first time, because a weak closure means lost contents, returns and awkward claim handling for dispatch teams. The better selection is the bag that closes reliably, carries the load without stretching badly and still transports through the mail without additional fuss.

Bubble mailing bags keep safe fragile e-commerce products because the padded lining takes the sting out of knocks that would flatten a plain envelope. The outer film stays light, so dispatch staff are not adding unnecessary weight to each consignment, while the smooth inside face lets small items slide in fast without catching on corners or closures. That matters in busy packing areas where speed must be balanced with care, because a tidy occupy and a firm seal reduce the chance of burst packs, scuffed products, or awkward repacking at the stop of a shift. Reliable presentation at the pack station normally saves trouble later in the transport chain.

Grey Mailing Bags Strong Poly Postal Postage Post Mail Self Seal All Sizes Cheap Grey Mailing - £29.99

Mailing bags need the proper balance of strength, size and sealing performance if parcels are going to leave the despatch area in one part. Grey polythene suppliers bags are broadly used because they fold flat, take up small warehouse space and resist scuffing better than paper-based outer packs in damp conditions. The proper issue is not only the material, nevertheless the gauge and the method the seal behaves below load, because a weak flap or poor adhesive can open once a package is squeezed on a conveyour or stacked in transit. Good stock control also matters, since oversised bags waste occupy material and make picking slower. A correctly chosen mailing bag cuts handling damage and retains secondary packing simpler.

Mailing sacks need to be chosen and closed with transport in mind, because a lightweight package that sees fine on the packing bench can still split or scuff once it transports through sorting and linehaul. A superb sack has enough gauge to resist puncture, decent seal quality at the closure, and a size that suits the contents without leaving also much slack for the load to shift. If the bag is overfilled, corners press hard on the film and handling damage becomes more likely. The proper specification retains the consignment tidy from dispatch to delivery and reduces avoidable claims.

Plastic envelopes with Velcro can solve a simple nevertheless normal packing problem: a closure that requirements to be opened and closed plenty times without splitting the bag or wearing out a flap. For warehouse use, that makes them useful for paperwork, samples, small parts, or returns that transport through several hands. The grasp is that the hook-and-loop strip has to be fixed properly, because weak bonding will fail before the film does. Film gauge, edge sealing, and the method the envelope is filled all affect how long it lasts, so a light-looking pack still requirements sensible specification and handling.

Courier bags. Sorry, bag content…

Courier bags are often judged by the job they have to do at the dispatch point, not by how they see on the shelf. When a bag fails, the problem is normally gross gauge, weak seals, or a closure that suits light paperwork nevertheless not a mixed consignment with sharp corners or movement inside. Good handling beginnings with picking the proper size so the contents sit flat without straining the seams, then checking that the adhesive strip grips properly after fast packing. If the bag is oversised, parcels slide around and select-face efficiency drops because additional null requirements filling or taping. A sound spec retains packing fast and reduces complaints later.

Jiffy mailers suit small, low-risk consignments because they combine low weight with enough surface protection to retain products clean and presentable in transit. The proper attraction on a packing bench is speed: a bag-style mailer folds easily, closes fast, and avoids the need for additional corrugated outers when the item inside is flat or light. That can assist with select-face efficiency and cut handling damage from overpacking. The material still requirements the proper gauge and seal quality, though, because a weak closure turns a tidy pack into a complaint at dispatch. When chosen for the proper stock, this sort of mailer retains fulfilment moving without adding unnecessary board or null-occupy.

Lp Mailers

LP mailers need the proper board strength and fold shape if a vinyl record is going to arrive flat and undamaged. A cruciform style works well because the panels wrap around the record pack neatly and give better edge protection than a loose sleeve or soft envelope. For single discs, the mailer must grasp the item snugly without crushing corners, while a pack for multiple records requirements enough depth and stiffness to stop the contents moving about in transit. Getting the fit proper reduces handling damage, cleaner packing lines, and pointless returns from clients who come by split seams or bent sleeves.

Where to Buy Plastic Envelopes for Organising

Plastic envelopes work well when documents, labels, or small flat items need to stay together and stay clean through handling. Their smooth surface resists moisture and scuffing better than plain paper wallets, which matters when files are moved between desks, vans, and storage shelves. In packing or dispatch areas, they also make it easier to separate paperwork for alternative jobs without bending corners or losing inserts. The main selection is normally between flimsy film and a sturdier gauge that grasps its shape. A properly specified envelope saves time when sorting mixed paperwork, and that makes daily organisation less messy.

Coloured mailers can make despatch work quicker because they give the packing bench a simple visual sorting system. When several gift spectrums or stock lines are being packed at the same time, a transparent colour selection assists staff lift the proper stack at once instead of reading labels on all bundle. That reduces mix-ups and retains order separation tidy, which matters on busy shift changes and in small packing areas. The earn is not only speed nevertheless less errours in secondary packing, so the finished consignment leaves in the proper sequence and reaches the dispatch lane cleanly.

We also produce a variety of other products including:

Plain polythene bags
Plain polythene bags
Polythene is a cost competitive and versatile plastic and has less effect on the environment. Polybags offer plain polythene bags in various sizes and shapes available in LDPE and HPDE materials polybags are one of the most successful types of packaging. These are also called plastic bags or storage bags. Small bags, large bags you can even get special promotional polythene bags that can be printed with your own design or logo.
Grip seal and slider grip bags
Grip seal and slider grip bags
Grip seal and slider grip bags have a slider profile that enables you to slide open and shut the bag. Ideal where you want to secure contents and avoid leakage or contamination, no need of bag-sealer, staples or tape. Slider grip bags are perfect for document storage. Easy to open and close again and again...and again. A large part of our business always have pallet loads in stock awaiting your order. Also called self seal, grippa or grip-lock bags.
Presentation bags and retail bags
Presentation bags and retail bags
A range of crystal clear presentation and retail bags manufactured from high clarity polypropylene film these are the best choices for product presentation. Presentation and Retail bags offer better moisture protection and are clearer and stronger preserving the product freshness when used for a food service application. Clear wrapping film is ideal to wrap flowers and presents, shiny clear wrapping film made from polypropylene that protects and also enhances your gift product.
Carrier bags
Stocked carrier bags
A variety of clear and colored stocked carriers to suit your specific product be it CD's, books or paintings. These are standard carrier bags for everyday use such as clothing and lightweight general shopping. Economic vest style carriers that will do the job. The vest style carrier is the traditional high density crinkly carrier used in groceries, available in clear, white, blue and candy stripe colours.
Bubble film and bubble bags
Bubble film and bubble bags
Bubble film and bubble bags have proved to be one of the most versatile packaging materials of recent years. Being soft and flexible and yet displaying incredible tear resistance, bubble film has earned itself a place in almost every packaging environment. Polybags.co.uk offers a full line of bubble bags and bubble wrap. Whether you need a reclosable bubble bag, a bubble bag with a lip and tape for easy closing, or bubble wrap to protect your shipments you will find it there. Bubble bags provide soft cushioning for tough protection against shock, vibration and water damage.
Waste bags and sacks
Waste bags and sacks
Plastic waste bags and sacks are used for articles not connected with food. They are made from LDPE and HDPE material. Available in various sizes waste bags and sacks are made with flexible material used for lining litter or waste containers or bins. This serves to keep the container sanitary by avoiding container contact with the rubbish. Made from recycled film but very strong, Polybags bin liners fit most types of bin and are ideal for household, office, garden or building rubbish. For specialist types of waste we also stock sacks with specific printed warnings plus a new biodegradable range.
Environmental bags
Environmental bags
Billions of plastic bags are choking our planet. All of these "free" bags ultimately cost both consumers and the environment plenty so now Polybags manufactures and stocks a wide range of eco-friendly green packaging products to suit your needs and help towards a better environment. A range of eco-friendly bin liners and refuse sacks ideal for landfill disposal to minimise environmental impact when buried or put in prolonged contact with soil.
Garment bags and pallet covers
Garment bags and pallet covers
Polybags is now a leading UK manufacturer of Dry Cleaning Garment covers and Laundry Bags as well as a major stockist of wide sheeting and shrinkable pallet covers for outside and in-transit protection. These are large plastic bags for covering pallets during shipment. Use it to cover pallets that you will store inside or outside, protecting from the weather, dust, paint, water, snow, and other common uses. Pallet Covers can also be used as liners for bins. Garment bags are made with hanger holes and sloped shoulders and come on a roll for easy dispensing. Polybags can also put a custom print or logo on these bags. Dry cleaning bags are perfect for protecting everything in a common wardrobe and keeping them wrinkle free!
Polythene tubing and sheeting
Polythene tubing and sheeting
Tubing and sheeting are an excellent packaging alternative when packaging multiple items sharing a common width or diameter but varying lengths. Poly sheeting can be used to wrap around products and secure with tape or banding or some other method. Tubes and Plastic Sheets also provide a more effective packaging solution for protection against rust and corrosion for both ferrous, non-ferrous metal and also multi metal surfaces, spares, parts assemblies and finished goods. Ideal for securing irregular shaped loads. A quick, quiet and clear way of wrapping, stabilising and securing palletised goods. Protects from dust and weather when in storage, and retains it's tension whilst in transit.
Mailing bags
Mailing and courier bags
Designed for postal or courier transport, mailing bags are light, waterproof and have an integral adhesive strip. Courier bags are made with a 3 layer co-extruded polythene mix to ensure maximum tear resistance. Usually they are white on the outside layer and light grey on the inside layer giving them an opaque appearance, however any coloured polyethylene can be used. Polybags stocked ranges cover economy and 'Tuff' mailers, mailorder and courier bags, tamper proof, bubble and even high impact metallic advertising mailers. Mailing bags come in a wide variety of styles, shapes and sizes and can be made from a wide variety of materials that include paper, plastic, vinyl and canvas, as well as others. They are designed to meet the many different types of products that need mailed. Mailing bags have many functions that also go above and beyond just mailing your package.
Specialist bags
Specialist bags
Film Front Bags, also known as clear faced bags or window bags used by bakers to artists. Film front bags have a clear polypropylene front and a white kraft paper back so that the contents are protected but clearly seen. High Density Food Bags, Vacuum Pouch Bags, Net Bags, Poly Gloves, Polymax bags - NEW, Tenax sleeving and Special waste sacks
Transit packing
Transit packing
A selection of associated packaging products such as stretchwrap(for economically wrapping round boxes, pallets and items to keep them secure), tape, boxes, pallet covers and document enclosed envelopes for transit packing.
Bag ties and sealers
Bag ties and sealers
Paper and plastic bag ties and clips, adhesive disks and hooks used as a closure to secure the content or highlight your bags plus manual heat sealers to seal your product in tubing or make your own small batch bags, to close or seal your bags or make your exact sized bag.