Chub (container) explained

A chub or a chub pack is a type of container formed by a tube of flexible packaging material.^{[1] [2]} The cylindrical package has the appearance of a sausage with the ends sealed by metal crimps or clips.^[3]

Uses

Chub packs are used to pack semi-solid materials such as:

• sausage
• ground beef and ground turkey
• dog food
• cheese spreads
• frostings
• bread dough
• cookie dough
• creamed corn
• drywall compound
• explosive slurries

See also

• Tube (container)

References

• Yam, K. L., "Encyclopedia of Packaging Technology", John Wiley & Sons, 2009,

Notes and References

1. US. 7393593. Chub packaging film. 2008-07-01. Flexopack SA Plastics Industry. Roussos. George.
2. US. 5037683. High strength laminated film for chub packaging. 1991-08-06. W.R. Grace & Co.. Schirmer. Henry G..
3. Book: Soroka , W . Illustrated Glossary of Packaging Terminology . Institute of Packaging Professionals . Second .