What is chain and overlock stitching?
There are several styles of stitching used when sewing a bulk bag. Chain and Overlock stitching are two of the most common styles used. Chain stitching is series of looped stitches forming a chain-like pattern. Overlock stitching sews over the edge of two pieces of fabric. Many manufacturers use this style of stitching to assure a tight seam, which assists in reducing sift occurrences. • Q: What different fabric weights are there? Fabric weights are related to the amount of product that the bulk bag will be holding (SWL). There are 4 main fabric weights used for bulk bag construction. 3 oz., 5 oz., 6.5 oz., and 8 oz. Fabric weights can be customized to a specific weight, i.e. 7 oz. Usually the Safe Working Load of the bag will determine what fabric weight to use for making a bulk bag. • Q: Can bulk bags have liners? Yes, liners can be inserted loosely or attached to the bag as well. There are different types of liners for different applications, but the main two are tube liners and for
