Detmold Group is a leading manufacturer of paper and board based packaging products for a diverse range of customers.
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Take the guesswork out of your bag selection! This easy reference guide will help you find the right bag for the right job. Our bags are versatile, strong and able to be custom printed.
SOS & Die-Cut Bags
Our Takeaway Paper Bags are constructed from heavyweight materials, specifically designed to hold multiple items securely. Multipurpose as takeaway food paper bags or checkout bags, they are free-standing and easy to load, making them a practical choice for food delivery services, baked goods and other products.
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Carry Bags
Our Twist and Flat Handle Paper Carry Bags are strong, sturdy, and designed for great quality and convenience. Available in a variety of sizes — small, medium or large and colours, including brown paper bags, and classic white and sleek black options, our paper carry bags are ideal for retail, food, and takeaway businesses.
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FAQs
How do I measure a paper bag size (width, gusset, length/height)?
Bag sizes are typically shown as L × W × G: Length/Height (top to bottom), Width (front panel), and Gusset (side depth). On Detpak product specs you’ll see this format in both inches and mm (e.g., a #4 SOS bag lists Size (W x G x L) and also mm measurements).
What does “SOS bag” mean, and when should I use one?
An SOS (Self-Opening Satchel) bag is designed to stand up and open easily, making it quick to load, deal for takeaway, food delivery, baked goods, and checkout use where speed and stability matter.
What’s the difference between SOS bags and die-cut bags?
In the guide, SOS & Die-Cut Bags are grouped because both are common takeaway/checkout formats, but the key difference is handle style and typical use: SOS bags are freestanding and great for multi-item food orders, while die-cut options are often chosen for light-to-medium retail carry where a cut-out handle is preferred for convenience and branding. (The guide helps you compare sizes across both.)
Which carry bag handle should I choose: twist handle or flat handle?
Detpak’s paper carry bags include twist handle and flat handle options, designed to be strong and sturdy for retail and takeaway. Twist handles are commonly chosen for a more “premium” carry feel; flat handles are often selected for practical everyday retail and food-to-go use, then size choice depends on what you’re packing.
What bag size is best for food delivery orders (hot, cold, or multiple items)?
Start with what you’re packing (containers + drinks + extras), then choose a bag that allows comfortable loading and stable carry. Detpak notes its takeaway paper bags are designed to hold multiple items securely and be easy to load, which is exactly what delivery orders need. For precision, click a bag in the guide and match your order footprint to the W × G × L specs.