Sausage & Deli Packaging
37 butcher accounts and growing, custom bags for butchers and meat processors, including regional brands.
FP's Largest Meat Segment: Sausage & Deli
With 37 active butcher and meat processor accounts, sausage and deli packaging is Friesen Plastics' second-largest customer segment. From small-batch artisan sausage makers to regional deli meat brands, we produce custom-fitted bags that protect product quality and showcase brand identity on retail shelves.
Our sausage and deli bag program serves leading meat brands and processors across Western Canada. We offer a wide range of sizes for sausage links, pepperoni sticks, deli slices, charcuterie, and smoked meats, in both printed custom bags and clear stock formats.
Common Bag Sizes
| Size / Format | Typical Dimensions | Gusset | Film Thickness | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small Sausage Links | 6" × 10" | Flat | 1.5 mil | Clear or printed |
| Standard Sausage | 8" × 12" | Flat | 1.5–2.0 mil | Custom print, recloseable |
| Large Sausage/Pepperoni | 6" × 18" | Flat | 2.0 mil | Printed, retail-ready |
| Deli Meat Pack | 10" × 14" | Flat | 2.0 mil | Clear, wicket lip |
| Charcuterie Format | 8" × 10" | Flat | 1.5 mil | Custom print, windowed |
| Bulk Processor Pack | 12" × 18" | Flat | 2.5 mil | Heavy-duty, plain or printed |
Custom sizes available. Contact us for specifications tailored to your operation.
Packaging Features
Custom Brand Printing
Full photo-quality flexographic printing for each butcher's unique brand, from heritage sausage makers to modern artisan producers.
Recloseable Options
Lip and resealable formats for consumer convenience, essential for deli meats and charcuterie retail packaging.
Product Visibility
Clear film and window options let customers see the quality of sausage links and deli cuts before purchase.
Grease & Moisture Barrier
Inner film layers resist grease migration from fatty sausage products, keeping package exteriors clean for retail display.
Compatible Equipment
Our bags are designed to run on standard industry packaging equipment:
Sausage Packers
Compatible with commercial sausage packing equipment for efficient filling of link and bulk sausage bags.
Butcher Counter Packing
Easy-open bags for fast hand-packing at retail butcher counters and deli departments.
Vacuum & Heat Seal
Compatible with vacuum sealers and impulse heat sealers for extended shelf life on smoked and cured products.
Ready to Order Custom Sausage & Deli Bags?
Contact our packaging team for a quote tailored to your operation.