PACKAGING METHODS & APPARATUS

摘要

This invention relates to methods and apparatus for packaging a product within a bag. The method includes the steps of filling the bag with the product through an open end of the bag, and providing for a product security means to be present in the region of where the bag is to be sealed. The method further includes the step of sealing the bag using heat sealing apparatus, whereby the heat sealing apparatus also serves to seal at least a portion of the product security means to the bag, at substantially the same time as the bag is being sealed. Apparatus for performing the method are also described.