Punched Pockets & Cut Flush Folders Buying Guide
There are so many ways to protect your important documents and notes, that sometimes it may seem a bit overwhelming to decide the most suitable solution. That’s why we are here with this punched pockets and cut flush folders buying guide- to help you choose how to keep your paperwork safe and dry.
Punched Pockets
Punched pockets are document protectors with perforated edges. Also called brochure covers, these are ideal for protecting your vital documents of all kinds. These also come in handy in storing loose documents in folders and ring binders. The standard variants are open at the top and have a reinforced perforated edge. Some punched pockets also have coloured strips, making them easy to colour-code and retrieve. With these punched pockets, you can easily:
- Protect your documents
- Insert them using the perforated edge
- Store loose or unfiled documents
- File them in Lever Arch Files and ring binders
Number of Holes Punched
Opening
Cut Flush Folders
These folders are very handy in filing loose documents or sheets. These are document covers without a perforated edge, and are also called transparent or file covers. Ideal for protecting your documents, for quick access on your desk, and for taking documents with you on the go, cut flush folders are a must-have for every office. They are open at the top and sides, with a welded bottom edge. With cut flush folders, you can easily:
- Protect your documents
- File them on their own, as they don’t have a perforated edge
- Access documents thanks to the top & side openings
- Secure the documents with the help of the welded bottom edge
Material & Thickness
The properties of these covers result from a variety of factors. For instance, characteristics to keep in mind are- the combination of film thickness (thin, medium, or thick), material (PP, PVC rigid film, or PVC flexible film), and surface structure (grained or crystal clear). Depending on the intended use, you can choose from the following variants:
| Materials | Area of application/special feature |
|---|---|
|
PP Films |
Advantages: are particularly environmentally friendly and document-safe Areas of application: ideal for everyday use, designed primarily for long-lasting protection of your documents |
|
PVC film |
Advantages: PVC films are extremely hard-wearing and tear-resistant Areas of application: primarily for the temporary storage of your documents; extremely hard-wearing and can therefore be used again and again |
Thickness
The thickness can range from 40 microns (entry level) up to 300 microns (premium). The high-quality versions are particularly hard-wearing for frequent use and are suitable for presentation purposes.
Entry Level
Middle class Level
Premium Level
Finish
OE means "orange peel effect". The OE surface is added during extrusion by an embossing roll and resembles an orange peel, as the name suggests. The measured film is thicker than the actual material used.
Clear
- Not embossed
- Looks more high quality
- Requires more material for the same measurable thickness
Sustainability
At Viking, sustainability is a very important factor. Browse our environmentally friendly range and choose products that are made from 100% recycled polypropylene. Many of these products are also packaged in cardboard boxes that are 100% recycled and recyclable.
