Zip manufacturer Elplast has designed and built an applicator system for Totani pouch making machines that enables the combination of zip and gusset that was said to be not previously achievable. The transverse direction zip applicator is claimed to offer additional options for pouch functionality as well as providing new opportunities for pouch styles. It…
Elplast develops high performance zip applicator
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