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General Films products are competitively priced and designed to fulfill exact customer needs. View Co-Extruded, Bag-In-Box, VFFS, and Industrial Film products. PRODUCTS CUSTOM FLEXIBLE FILM SOLUTIONS Founded in 1947, General Films manufactures flexible film for an extensive range of food packaging and industrial applications. Our films are customized to meet the exact needs and specifications of our customers. We produce a wide variety of sizes and formulations that are expertly produced to ensure that the exact features and attributes are matched to your specific packaging or industrial application. We use top quality resins and advanced blown film technology to produce high quality results. Our employees are knowledgeable and well-trained to operate and monitor the manufacturing process with precision and attention to detail. Our Products Include: CoEx and Barrier Films Monolayer Films CoEx Poly Films Bag-in-Box Systems One of the key advantages and strengths of General Films is our ability to analyze your needs and develop a solution for your exact situation. We operate an in-house laboratory to test and recommend formulations that often offer unexpected benefits and cost savings for our customers. We are experienced with an impressive range of resins which further contributes to our versatility and ability to customize your film. For more than 75 years, General Films has mastered the art of flexible film manufacturing. Whether you need a fairly routine product or a complicated technical challenge, we can produce your film with a timely and resourceful approach. , Our service is attentive and personalized - from your first inquiry, to quotes, trials, orders, and delivery of your custom film solution. CUSTOM FILM PRODUCTS Barrier, Mono, and Co-ex Poly Films Made to Your Exact Specifications BAG-IN-BOX SYSTEMS Quality Packaging For Liquid Food And Dairy INDUSTRIAL FILMS SMC, Furniture, Other Industrial FOOD PACKAGING Chicken, Cheese, Dry Mixes, Other Foods GF BAG-IN-BOX Gain More Value with a Family-Owned Bag-in-Box Partner LEARN MORE

General Films specializes in flexible film solutions for various types of food packaging including cheese, fresh meat, frozen foods, cereal, produce and more. OTHER FOOD A FRESH LOOK AT FOOD PACKAGING Preserving quality and extending shelf life are critical to the success of food packing companies. The ability to deliver higher quality products that stay fresher longer is a tremendous competitive advantage and a necessity for demanding consumers. At General Films, we provide flexible film solutions for various types of food packaging, including cheese, fresh meat and crackers, cookies, cakes, cereal, frozen foods, and other goods that require a barrier bag . We specialize in flexible packaging for institutional cheese applications including short- and long-hold bags for 40 lb. to 640 lb. cheese blocks and liners for 500 lb. cheese barrels. Our product is stiff, abrasion-resistant, and won’t stretch. Plus, our flexible film solutions are designed to support your operations by increasing throughput and reducing downtime. Produce Film Precut lettuce, salad mix, and other produce enjoy longer shelf life, excellent taste, color, and freshness with General Films coextruded film or bag produce packaging. We can design each product's oxygen, carbon dioxide, and water vapor barriers. Plus, a wide heat seal range assures quick and tight vacuum closures. We have a complete vertical form fill and seal film line for precut produce packaging. Contact Freezer plate/Crust Films Our coextruded freezer plate/crust films are ideal for demanding IQF applications. FDA-approved for poultry to seafood, our freezer plate/crust film exhibits exceptional stiffness and toughness with less elongation and tear. When you ask me what I would tell others about General Films, I'd say they have good quality products, they listen to the customer, they help us solve problems, they react quickly, and their prices are fair. " " Craig Colonno, Purchasing Director & Ice Cream Mix Manager, Anderson Erickson Dairy Custom Coextruded Film Specification Sheets For Food Processors BG/2M SM/2M H2/BL LB-725 LB-730 PV/40 PR-2/175 CB Film DOWNLOAD SPEC SHEETS Savings Focus Can I use coextruded films in laminations or replace laminated films to lower packaging costs? > READ MORE We Meet or Exceed Government Standards Third-party auditors regularly inspect General Films to ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices and all applicable HAACP program requirements. We submit film samples to independent laboratories each month for microbiological testing. And we are inspected by the Ohio Department of Agriculture to ensure compliance with the Interstate Milk Shippers standards, as prescribed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. For these reasons, you can depend on General Films fluid milk dairy packaging to meet the highest industry standards. > CLICK HERE to learn more about how our packaging solutions are suited to meeting your processing needs.

General Films manufactures the industry's leading flexible films for food and beverage processing, packaging, automotive and industrial markets. APPLY FOR CREDIT APPLY FOR CREDIT Your order will be held until this form is returned with all the information provided. If your order cannot be shipped on open account, you will then be notified. General Films agrees to keep this information strictly confidential.

General Films Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) film for poultry fresh chicken unique barrier properties, excellent sealing, impact resistance & leaker reduction. POULTRY FRESH CHICKEN MODIFIED ATMOSPHERE PACKAGING (MAP) FOR FRESH CHICKEN ON VFFS MACHINES Customized 9 Layer Coextrusions offer the ability to custom design and manufacture packaging films. We can precisely provide the right solution for your food processing needs. Whether you are looking for unique barrier properties, transmission rates, excellent sealing, impact resistance, or other performance criteria, General Films delivers. Weak or poorly manufactured poultry bags can pose all kinds of problems for fresh chicken purveyors. Because the risk of illnesses associated with potential contamination from raw chicken purge is so great, just a few punctures, tears, or leaks can transform an entire shipment of product into waste and a sizeable return. Our custom-engineered pre-made Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) poultry bags are made to securely pack fresh whole and or cut-ups and work to reduce leaks and lost profits. Also if your operation is running fresh or IQF on vertical form fill seal (VFFS) machines, our engineered multi-layered coextruded films provide unmatched product protection, enhanced process efficiency, and superior ROI through greater productivity, less waste, and more satisfied customers. DOWNLOAD OUR BROCHURE Learn More About General Films Custom Barrier Films and Bag-In-Box Solutions for Chicken and Liquid Egg Products. Key Benefits for Fresh Chicken Include: Excellent physical properties, ranging from the sealant to impact strength, significant reduction in leaker rates Increased profitability through enhanced productivity Fewer rejects and increased customer satisfaction Higher impact strength, higher tensile strength, a substantially wide-ended heat seal window Approximately 50 percent stiffer than the traditional solution Significant throughput improvement allows for expanded production and a lower labor footprint Ideal for high-speed large-volume poultry packaging production > VFFS Machine < After making the switch, leaker rates greatly diminished . Overall profitability grew substantially through enhanced productivity, fewer product rejects, and increased customer satisfaction. " " Fresh Chicken Packaging Films Controlled Vacuum Packaging Film & Bags Our vacuum/dry pack poultry (CVP) bags extend the shelf life and appearance of whole birds, parts, or shelf-ready tray product protection. PV-40 (CVP Bags) (Fresh) The co-ex film with HDPE barrier and Metallocene sealant layer, FDA approved with uses up to 180 F, One-sided sealing, Available in bags or roll stock, Superior stiffness, excellent tear resistance, engineered to eliminate leakers. > DOWNLOAD SPEC SHEET BG/2M (Fresh) Coextruded 9-layer nylon film to reduce leaker rates. FDA approved with excellent puncture resistance and performance. Able to withstand higher seal bar temperatures to increase VFFS machine throughput. > DOWNLOAD SPEC SHEET VF2 (Fresh or IQF) Co-ex film with HDPE barrier where speed and throughput are desired. Can be used in fresh or IQF applications. Superior stiffness, Dart with very good tear and puncture resistance. > DOWNLOAD SPEC SHEET CUSTOMER FOCUS Stepping Up to the Plate Americans consume more chicken than any other consumer in the world. Per capita consumption of chicken is expected to total 96.5 lbs. this year and to increase to 97.8 lbs. in 2021, according to the National Chicken Council. > READ MORE > Dry Pack CVP Bags on a CVP Machine > > General Films Product on a VFFS Machine < > CLICK HERE to learn more about how our packaging solutions are suited to meeting your processing needs.

General Films manufactures the industry's leading flexible films for food and beverage processing, packaging, automotive and industrial markets. A Flexible Approach To Packaging CUSTOM FILM PRODUCTS Barrier, Mono, and Co-ex Poly Films Made to Your Exact Specifications BAG-IN-BOX SYSTEMS Quality Packaging For Liquid Food And Dairy INDUSTRIAL FILMS SMC, Furniture, Other Industrial FOOD PACKAGING Chicken, Cheese, Dry Mixes, Other Foods GF BAG-IN-BOX Gain More Value with a Family-Owned Bag-in-Box Partner LEARN MORE OUR PROMISE TO YOU Accountability • Honesty • Passion • Family • Respect Family-owned since 1947, we manufacture the industry's leading flexible films for food processing and industrial markets with the passion and commitment to deliver the highest quality product with exceptional service that meets and exceeds your expectations. LEARN MORE MARKETS SERVED Industrial Films Food Packaging SMC FURNITURE OTHER INDUSTRIAL FRESH CHICKEN CHEESE DRY MIXES OTHER FOOD FLUID DA IRY " One of the most important qualities we see in films is the ability to duplicate a run, and General Films consistently duplicate their runs. Whether it's a week, a month, or several years later, you know the quality and specs received the first time will be matched in subsequent runs . " Denny Brashear, President - Vision Plastics FILM FOR YOUR PACKAGING MACHINES Custom Films For Your Product Application CONVERTING FILMS VFFS FILMS MAP FILMS ASSOCIATIONS

General Films specializes in flexible film solutions for various types of food packaging including cheese, fresh meat, frozen foods, cereal, produce and more. CHEESE HIGH PERFORMANCE CHEESE PACKAGING FOR LARGE FORMAT CHEESE You can depend on high quality film with superior barrier properties with GF’s Champion Cheese Packaging. We offer a wide variety of sizes and structures for both long and short hold applications. Your processing operation will benefit from the machinability, versatility, and increased productivity of GF’s cost effective packaging. 40 LB BLOCK 9 Layer extruded film customized to your exact specifications Versatile for various cheese types, range of fat content, moisture, and texture Exceptional strength for either manual or automated processing operations Regular or gusseted options Optimal barrier and performance properties Superior sealing strength 500 LB BARREL 9 Layer extruded film customized to your exact specifications Versatile for various cheese types, ranges of fat content, moisture, and texture Differential slip with low inner coefficient of friction for optimized filling Exceptional strength and superior seals Smooth film increases throughput with less friction Roll stock or individual liners 640 LB LINERS Compatible with either Tosca or Arena boxes Versatile for various chess types, ranges of fat content, moisture, and texture Exceptional strength in the most demanding applications Optimal barrier and performance properties Superior sealing strength Compatible sheets for end caps > GF High Barrier Long Hold Sleeves & Sheet Film in Application < GF CHAMPION LONG HOLD GF CHAMPION SHORT HOLD 40 LB Block - Bags and Tubular Film 500 LB Barrel - Liners 640 LB Crate - Sheets and Sleeves When you ask me what I would tell others about General Films, I'd say they have good quality products, they listen to the customer, they help us solve problems, they react quickly, and their prices are fair. " " Craig Colonno, Purchasing Director & Ice Cream Mix Manager, Anderson Erickson Dairy GF Champion Cheese Packaging Spec Sheets GF Champion Cheese Packaging Short Hold - BG/2M Coextruded 9-layer nylon film with a metallocene sealant layer, FDA approved two side sealing. Available in bags and or roll stock. Applications Short-hold cheeses – less than 90 days. 500 lbs. cheese barrels, gas flush, aroma, flavor barrier, printing & bag making, MAP packaging temperature. Use to180 degrees F. GF Champion Cheese Packaging Long Hold - H2/BL Coextruded 9-layer film with EVOH barrier with VLDPE Metallocene sealant layers, FDA approved, two side sealing. Available in bags or roll stock. Applications Long hold cheese – greater than 90 days, gas flush, aroma, flavor, high barrier, baggers run on vertical form fill & sealing, bag printing & converting, MAP packaging temperature Use to 180 degrees F. DOWNLOAD SPEC SHEETS > CLICK HERE to learn more about how our packaging solutions are suited to meet your processing needs.

In compliance with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard, General Films provides Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Product Specification Information for all of the products we provide. LITERATURE LITERATURE DOWNLOADS Click on any of the product specification sheets to download. Adobe Acrobat or similar software may be needed to view the PDFs. Custom Coextruded Film Specification Sheets BG/2M SM/2M H2/BL LB-725 LB-730 PV/40 PR-2/175 VF2 Bag-In-Box Filler Specification Sheets Filler equipment MODEL 34 MODEL 56 MODEL 85 WEB Mix and cream bags B2.5...MI225E B2.5…MI225D B5.0...MI250F B5.0...MI250G Dispenser bags B5.0...DI250D Industrial Packaging Specification Sheets FC-20/67 Duratuf 75 Duratuf 100 Duratuf 120 Duratuf 130 IS-100 IS-120 Sheet And Bulk Molding Compound Specification Sheets SM/2M BG/2M

At General Films, we celebrate our most valuable assets – our employees. EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT David Cathie-Atkins Day Shift Supervisor, Extrusion David grew up in the Phoenix, Arizona, area. He served in multiple branches of the US military, both active and reserve, for 11 years before transitioning to a federal & tribal law enforcement officer in Arizona. He then entered the private sector working at Abbott Nutrition for 10 years, starting in production and later elevated to production supervisor. While at Abbott, David was fortunate to see the country and experience different regions of the United States. One of the locations was Troy, Ohio, where he fell in love with the area and the people. Seizing the opportunity, David and his family moved to Troy in 2017 to work full-time at Abbott. Due to health reasons, David left Abbott and after a long recovery period, was ready to rejoin the workforce. Although he enjoyed large companies, he looked for an opportunity with a smaller and more intimate environment to work in. After doing a significant amount of research, David discovered General Films and the rest, as they say, is history. He brings the skills that he honed in the military and corporate America to GF, including discipline, leadership, people skills, and problem-solving, to name a few. David currently leads a team in the extrusion department. “I really like the challenge of the 2nd shift. We work more cohesively and independently, solving our own problems and navigating through challenges.” David states that many of the GF job requirements and skills are similar to Abbott's. However, the company environment at GF, the people, and the motivations are different. The company has an open and transparent environment while focusing on its people and customers. David sights a positive example of the company culture as the “Sunshine Committee,” which helps where and when necessary to make sure co-workers are taken care of in times of need. David is married and enjoys his growing family, which includes four sons, three daughters, ten grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren, including their newly arrived-first granddaughter. Together they enjoy the outdoors, including kayaking and rolling down the highway on their Harley. David is also a member of the Improved Order of the Red Men in Troy and is especially active in their Alzheimer's research. BACK

Since 1947, we have been a fixture in our community and active supporters of local schools, charities, and civic outreach organizations. From employee clothing drives that help the less fortunate to sponsoring youth sports and scholarship programs, we take our responsibility to our community seriously. COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS SPIRIT AND INNOVATION SHINES BRIGHT AT GENERAL FILMS Covington, OH— Sunday, November 29, 2020 The General Films Christmas party is typically a time for our associates to gather and celebrate the holidays with a festive dinner. Due to the coronavirus, this annual tradition was reformatted to ensure everyone could stay safe, healthy, and socially distanced. The new format was initially planned as an outdoor gathering, like an old-fashioned Christmas Market, but the pandemic issues continued...which required us to change the event once again. This time, we created a Drive-thru experience, with several individual tents arranged around the GF facility for our associates and their families to enjoy. The Drive-thru included many stops with gift items, kettle corn, hot cocoa, a food truck, Santa, holiday lights, and more. GF employees, including the senior leadership team and the Sunshine Committee, staffed each tent. The event provided a great opportunity to individually thank our associates for their dedication to GF and express appreciation for their outstanding effort during such a challenging year. Although it was a different approach, we were pleased to continue our annual GF Christmas tradition - and It was a wonderful day to celebrate and enjoy the holiday season! Clicked to Enlarge, View and Scroll the Full Gallery COVINGTON SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION RECOGNIZES GENERAL FILMS FOR LEGACY OF COMMUNITY SUPPORT Covington, OH—October 9, 2020 General Films was awarded the Ohio School Board Association’s Business Honor Roll at the September 16, 2020, Covington Exempted Village Schools Board of Education meeting. For 75 years, General Films has been honored to partner with our community on education initiatives. The OSBA Business Honor Roll program recognizes just that—areas where businesses and schools are able to collaborate, ensuring that schools receive the support and real-world experience they need today while businesses are able to share the workforce skills students needs for tomorrow. General Films Founder Roy J. Weikert began his education in a single-room schoolhouse before eventually graduating from Covington High School. Following graduation, Roy attended Columbia University in New York City and completed his Bachelor of Science Degree at The Ohio State University in Columbus. Roy’s passion for learning was reflected not only in his formal education but also in his profession. A lifelong learner, it was Roy’s insatiable curiosity and inventiveness that led to General Films. Prior to WWII, Roy invented a manufacturing process that pioneered the Company’s first product; a plastic protector for men’s hats. Following service in the war—and along with his brother, Wayne—Roy’s curiosity and energy turned to creating new products and building a manufacturing business. It was then that General Films was officially founded, making Roy an industry icon and flexible film leader. Today, General Films’ commitment to education and invention continues. Through the RJW Foundation, General Films presented Covington EVS with a gift that funded computers, plus a business education initiative. Later donations supported renovations and improvements to the school’s theatre. It was Roy’s nephew and current General Films CEO Tim Weikert who accepted the award. “Covington continues to be the setting for our company and family’s story,” said Tim Weikert. “We are honored to help support a new generation of learners and innovators, who we hope will look to Roy and General Films as their inspiration.” AT HOME IN OUR COMMUNITY Since 1947, we have been a fixture in our community and active supporters of local schools, charities, and civic outreach organizations. From employee food and clothing drives that help the less fortunate to sponsoring youth sports and scholarship programs, we take our responsibility to our community seriously, and so do our employees. Many members of our General Films family freely devote their time and energy outside of work to help improve the quality of life for others. On a national scale, the company has made large equipment donations to support several educational institutions, including Food Sciences in the College of Agriculture at Purdue University and the dairy programs at Penn State University and Cornell University. Our founder, Roy J. Weikert, also made significant donations in his lifetime and through his estate to the American Red Cross and the Salvation Army. Several local and regional organizations have also been beneficiaries of Roy’s generosity. General Films recently hosted an event for community leaders to share information about the company and distribute additional philanthropic gifts to several local groups. Some organizations that received funds from Roy’s estate include the Village of Covington, Covington Exempted Village Schools, Covington Fire & Rescue, Covington-Newberry Historical Society, Covington Church of the Brethren, and the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville. The event provided a wonderful opportunity to reflect on Roy’s life, recognize the impact that he had on General Films and the local community, and celebrate more than $500,000 of donations over the past two years

In compliance with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard, General Films provides Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Product Specification Information for all of the products we provide. LITERATURE / VFFS SPEC SHEET DOWNLOADS Download VFFS product specification sheets below. Adobe Acrobat or similar software may be needed to view the PDFs. Custom Coextruded Film Specifications Sheets for VFFS Applications BG/2M PV/40 PR-2/175 VF2 H2/BL LB-725 LB-730

General Films manufactures the industry's leading flexible films for food and beverage processing, packaging, automotive and industrial markets. A Flexible Approach To Packaging CUSTOM FILM PRODUCTS Barrier, Mono, and Co-ex Poly Films Made to Your Exact Specifications BAG-IN-BOX SYSTEMS Quality Packaging For Food And Dairy CO-EXTRUDED SMC BAGS & FITMENTS INDUSTRIAL FILM VFFS FILLERS " One of the most important qualities we see in films is the ability to duplicate a run, and General Films consistently duplicate their runs. Whether it's a week, a month, or several years later, you know the quality and specs received the first time will be matched in subsequent runs . " Denny Brashear, President - Vision Plastics MARKETS SERVED POULTRY FLUID DAIRY FOOD INDUSTRIAL HOME GOODS AUTOMOTIVE POULTRY OUR PROMISE TO YOU Accountability • Honesty • Passion • Family • Respect Family-owned since 1947, we manufacture the industry's leading flexible films for food processing and industrial markets with the passion and commitment to deliver the highest quality product with exceptional service that meets and exceeds your expectations. LEARN MORE ASSOCIATIONS

General Films is equipped with technologically, advanced machinery, and proven processes to manufacture SMC carrier film which meets the critical needs of the sheet molding compound market. SMC ENGINEERED FILMS FOR SHEET MOLDING COMPOUND CARRIER RELEASE APPLICATIONS General Films is equipped with technologically, advanced machinery, and proven processes to manufacture SMC carrier film which meets the critical needs of the sheet molding compound market. General Films is a custom manufacturer of flexible 9-layer coextruded film for the SMC (sheet molding compound) and BMC (bulk molding compound) markets. We start with only the best raw materials and resins for our products and maintain the highest levels of quality control throughout the manufacturing process to deliver a product that matches our customer’s exact specifications. We take pride in exceeding expectations. General Films SMC Features and Benefits Include Exceptional tensile strength with limited elongation Two-side seal structure with a low heat seal initiation temperature Low peel force sealant layer, for the consistent film releasing prior to molding Available in: Single wound sheeting in widths from 28” to 66” inches Thickness ranges from 0.95 to 4 mil. Clear and yellow tint General Films is equipped with technologically, advanced machinery, and proven processes to manufacture SMC carrier film. General Films SMC Carrier Film Supports Our Customer's Markets Including AEROSPACE HEALTHCARE PLUMBING / BATH FIXTURES CONSTRUCTION ENERGY MILITARY & DEFENSE TRANSPORATION Specific Applications Demanding electrical environments Corrosion-resistant needs Low-cost structural components Class A body panels Business equipment and cabinets Trucking components Personal watercraft and recreational vehicles Commercial structural components Plumbing and bathroom fixtures Automotive Packaging Film For Diverse Applications Our coextruded nylon SM2M carrier film is manufactured with consistency in mind; using high-grade nylon interior plies for added stiffness and styrene barrier using the highest level of quality in order to minimize/eliminate gels and carbons which can cause film tears when passing under the doctor box. SMC Carrier Film for Industry Applications SM/2M BG/2M DOWNLOAD SPEC SHEETS We Meet or Exceed Government Standards Third-party auditors regularly inspect General Films to ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices and all applicable HAACP program requirements. What Is Sheet Molding Compound? Sheet Molding Compound (SMC) is a ready-to-mold glass-fiber reinforced polyester. SMC is used primarily in compression molding for diverse and demanding commercial and industrial markets such as automotive, construction, petrochemical, food & beverage, and recreational equipment. SMC is both a process and reinforced composite material. This is manufactured by dispersing long strands of chopped fiber, commonly on a bath of thermoset resin. The longer fibers in SMC result in better strength properties than standard Bulk Molding Compound products. What Are The Advantages of SMC? SMC benefits from a very high volume production ability Excellent part reproducibility Cost-effective as low labor requirements are needed for production Industry scrap is reduced substantially Products produced are much lighter than typical metal parts A higher level of flexibility than typical parts SMC can also be easily produced at a high volume as the molding process allows for a shorter production cycle The SMC Production Process Using a compression molding press, the paste reservoir dispenses a measured amount of specified resin paste onto a plastic carrier film. This carrier film passes underneath a chopper which cuts the fibers onto the surface. Once these have drifted through the depth of resin paste, another sheet is added on top, which sandwiches the glass. The sheets are compacted and then entered onto a take-up roll, that stores the product while it matures. Using consistent heat and pressure, the SMC evenly spreads to properly fill the mold and create complex parts that are lightweight, cost-effective, durable, and lightweight. READ MORE Contact Tom Granata , submit a Start A Solution form, or call 1.888.436.3456 today!