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Plastic Sleeves for Documents and Binders
Keep papers organized and protect documents with plastic sleeves for offices and workplaces. At Tingstad, you'll find plastic sleeves in various sizes, thicknesses, and designs, from standard A4 sleeves for binders to expandable models with extra capacity for multiple sheets. Choose according to how the documents will be stored, how frequently they are used, and whether the sleeves will be kept in a binder or used separately.
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How to Choose the Right Plastic Sleeves
There are several types of plastic sleeves, and the differences go beyond size alone. How the sleeve opens, whether it is hole-punched, and the thickness of the plastic all affect how practical it is in everyday use.
Will you be filing documents in a binder, grouping several papers together, or displaying instructions at a workstation? Start by considering how the sleeve will be used, then choose the appropriate format and design.
Things to Check
Format
A4 is suitable for standard documents. Other formats are available for larger drawings or smaller documents, including A3 and A5.
Opening
Top-loading sleeves open at the top, while side-loading sleeves have an opening along one side.
Hole Punching
If the sleeve will be used in a binder, make sure the hole pattern matches the binder mechanism.
Thickness
Thinner sleeves are suitable for standard document storage. Heavier plastic may be preferable for documents handled frequently.
Capacity
If you need to store multiple sheets in the same sleeve, an expandable gusseted model may be a better choice.
Material
Check the material and construction if you have specific requirements regarding durability or storage conditions.
Packaging
Check how many plastic sleeves are included in each pack, especially when making larger purchases.
Different Types of Plastic Sleeves
Binder sleeves are a common choice for reports, contracts, and other documents that need to be organized and stored. They feature hole punching along one edge and can be used with binders and dividers.
Top-loading plastic sleeves open at the top and are ideal when you want to insert or remove documents without taking the sleeve out of the binder. Side-loading versions are also available.
If you need to store multiple documents in the same sleeve, expandable gusseted plastic sleeves can be a practical option. They provide extra space and are suitable for thicker document sets.
For instructions, drawings, and other papers that need to remain visible at a workstation, hanging plastic sleeves are also available.
What Thickness Should Plastic Sleeves Have?
The thickness of plastic sleeves is often measured in microns (mic). The higher the value, the thicker the plastic.
For documents that are mainly stored in binders, a thinner sleeve may be sufficient. If papers are frequently handled, moved, or used daily, a heavier-duty sleeve can be a better option.
Also consider how many documents you need to store and whether the sleeve will be used in a binder, a display stand, or hung separately.
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