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Golden Stream adds 'zip' to its bags  To give consumers a sealed
and reclosable bag, candy and snack maker Golden Stream adds new
compact zipper applicator onto an existing form/fill/seal line.
Savings vs preapplied bags and an option to run nonzipper webs
keeps company as flexible as its packaging. Print Reprint
Responding to consumer requests for added convenience Fishers
IN-based Golden Stream Quality Foods began shipping in March
many of its popular candy and snack mixes for the first time in
a bag with an easy-open tear strip and zipper that provides
reclosability. According to company president & CEO Stephen
Farber Golden Stream spent two years researching product- and
package-related considerations before launching the reclosable
bags. Some 120 Kroger supermarkets within Indiana were first to
receive the clear plastic bags. Nationwide sales are expected to
follow "as soon as it's reasonable." Initially 12 SKUs were
offered in the new zipper ba