Polythene Covers Testing Instruments

Polythene Covers Testing Instruments

Plastic bags are used as a ubiquitous polymer substance known as polyethylene. It’s an incredibly versatile product used in a wide range of applications. Polythene is almost completely waterproof, though it will allow oxygen, carbon dioxide and flavorings to pass through it. It can be clear (transparent), translucent or opaque which makes it useful for a variety of functions. Polythene sheeting is usually sold in rolls (though it sometimes comes in boxes of cut sheets) and different additives can be added to vary its functionality, for example making it fire retardant, UV inhibiting (if it’s to be used outdoors), anti-static (good for use on printed circuit boards), high strength and high or low slip. It can also be made from virgin grade, BRC approved food grade or recycled polythene, or can even contain a volatile corrosive inhibitor to minimize the formation of rust on the item it is covering. Manufacturers can test the quality of polythene covers using Polythene Covers Testing Instruments.