ProFlex Packaging System

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Introducing ProFlex™: the most versatile, flexible, low-cost, low-waste package available to manufacturers of flexible linear products. Ideal for end-user lengths of cable, tubing, fiber optics and more, ProFlex is an innovative shrink-wrap package that incorporates a heavy-duty handle into a single piece shrink bag. The unique heat-shrink process isolates the handle from the rest of the package while in the heat tunnel, allowing the handle to remain intact while the rest of the package shrinks around the coil.

Compared with reels and spools, ProFlex provides the end user a entirely new handling experience. Instead of trying to awkwardly carry spools, end-users can now carry multiple packages in one hand - leaving the other hand to open doors, carry tools, or dispense the product. Because the REELEX coil does not rotate, no additional equipment is necessary for payout - meaning installers can simply place ProFlex on the ground (or a hook) and dispense the product. Interested in trying your product in ProFlex? Send us a sample!

Features

ProFlex Hanging ProFlex Terminated

Carry, Hang, Store

ProFlex's integrated handle opens up a whole new way of looking at packaging. While incredibly convenient for the end-user, the handle also allows whole new ways of storing the product - on racks, shelves, hooks and more.

ProFlex is also ideal for retail applications, since the handle and clear plastic provides a perfect way to present the product.

Of course, manufacturers can choose to have their graphics printed as well, including bar-codes, logos and other identifying information.

Perfect for Pre-Terminated and Short Coils

ProFlex allows you to access the inside and outside end of the coil - making it perfect for pre-terminated coils.

And because the package shrinks around the coil, multiple lengths can fit into the same bag: 200, 250, 300 foot lengths can all use the same package - allowing for maximum flexibility, and the ability to sell "scrap" lengths of cable at the end of a supply reel. ProFlex allows manufacturers can monetize what would otherwise be scrapped, because it is the perfect package for short lengths.

Low-Cost, Low-Waste, 100% Recyclable

Compared with spools or even cartons, ProFlex produces significantly less amount of waste by volume, and is easier to carry off the job site in carry-on/carry-off situations. Just crumple up the empty package and throw in the recycle bin.

And because ProFlex uses low-cost PE-LD material, the entire package costs less than $0.50 depending on printing and thickness.

 
  • Integrated handle allows package to be stored or presented on shelves or racks
  • End-users can use handle to hang package during payout
  • Package can be printed like other heat-shrinkable packages on market
  • Ideal for short-lengths of product
  • One bag size can fit multiple coil lengths - allowing for maximum flexibility
  • Allows manufacturers to monetize and sell end-of-supply reel lengths
  • Accomodates pre-connectorized coils
  • Entire package costs <$0.50
  • Massively reduces on-site waste both in terms of volume and weight
  • Package is 100% recyclable

What can use ProFlex?

ProFlex is an entirely new package platform bringing REELEX technology to a far wider range of products than ever before. Because of its versatility, value-added features and low-cost, ProFlex is now a hugely attractive package for products ranging from plastic tubing to building wire to fiber optics. Interested in trying your product in ProFlex? Send us a sample! Some examples of ProFlex packaging include:

Security, Control and LV Cables

  • 18/2, 18/4, 22/2, 22/4, 22/6 and more
  • Thermostat Wire
  • LAN Cables Under 1,000 ft
  • Speaker Wire / Media Cables

Fiber Optics

  • Multi and Singlemode Flexible Fiber Optics
  • Premises Fiber Cables
  • FTTx cabling

Building Wire / Hook Up Wire

  • THHN: 100 to 2,500 ft.
  • TFFN: 100 to 2,500 ft.
  • NM-B Cables
  • MTW, etc.

Tubing

  • Pneumatic Tubing
  • Irrigation Tubing
  • Medical Tubing
  • Extruted Plastic and More

How it Works

The ProFlex System consists of a LLDPE shrink bag with handle, a EcoCore or Ez-Tube REELEX tube, a band sealer and a modified heat-shrink tunnel. The patented tunnel system incorporates a specially-designed tube which isolates the handle as the rest of the package is exposed to heat and shrinks.

1. Coil Removal

An operator removes the REELEX coil from the machine and inserts an EcoCore or REELEX "I" EZ-Tube.

2. Coil Insertion

The coil and tube is placed into the ProFlex bag, and an external snap-on ring is affixed to the payout tube. This ring secures the coil to the bag to prevent rotation.

3. Band Sealer

The bag is placed into a motorized band sealer - sealing the end of the bag and securing the coil in the package.

4. Heat Tunnel

The handle is placed into a slot in the specially-designed isolation tube, and ProFlex is placed onto the conveyor. The finished package is then placed into a secondary box for shipping or can be shipped as-is.