Edco Supply Corporation

Edco specializes in:

• Military specification packaging materials
• Commercial protective packaging for moisture, corrosion, static and physical damage
• Custom packaging solutions for small and large production runs

Edco inspects every order before shipment and provides a signed certificate of compliance with mil-spec requirements where applicable.

Locations

• Manufacturing / Headquarters: Brooklyn, NY 11232, USA
• Distribution center: Dayton, OH 45410, USA
• Additional distribution: Quebec, Canada

Industries and customers served

Edco serves a wide range of commercial, industrial and government customers, including:

• Military and defense contractors requiring mil-spec packaging
• Industrial manufacturers shipping metal parts, machinery and components
• Electronics manufacturers and distributors
• Pharmaceutical and medical product manufacturers
• Food and beverage producers (for dry goods such as grains, seeds, coffees, teas and dehydrated foods)
• Agriculture, lawn and garden product suppliers
• Building materials and industrial supplies distributors

Key service strengths

• Over 70 years of experience in protective and mil-spec packaging (founded 1954)
• Large inventory and wide catalog of protective packaging materials
• Capability to handle both small runs and complex high-volume projects
• Fast lead times and short turnaround for stock and custom orders
• Manual inspection of all orders before shipping
• Certificate of compliance included with applicable mil-spec products
• Knowledgeable customer service representatives who can help match packaging solutions to required specifications and applications

Contact details

• Brooklyn, NY office (main):
• Phone: 718-788-8108
• Toll-free: 800-221-0918
• Fax: 718-788-7481
• Dayton, OH office:
• Phone: 937-223-2335

For general inquiries, quotes and technical help, customers can call the numbers above or use the contact form on the Edco Supply Corporation website.

Main product categories

The primary product lines include:

• Military specification packaging

Flexible barrier materials, bags and related products manufactured to meet U.S. military packaging specifications.

• Commercial moisture barrier packaging

Moisture barrier bags and roll materials designed to protect contents from humidity, condensation and other moisture-related damage.

• Commercial poly bags, tubing and sheeting

Clear polyethylene bags, tubing and sheeting in many standard and custom sizes, including zippered reclosable poly bags.

• Mil-spec desiccant packets

Desiccant bags made from clay or silica gel that meet MIL-D-3464E specifications, used to control moisture and odors inside sealed packages.

• VCI (volatile corrosion inhibitor) bags, paper and film

Packaging materials that release corrosion-inhibiting vapors to protect ferrous and non-ferrous metals from rust and corrosion.

• Static shielding, ESD and anti-static packaging

Bags and materials designed to protect sensitive electronic components from electrostatic discharge (ESD) and static buildup.

• Humidity indicator cards

Cards placed inside packages that change color to indicate humidity levels and verify desiccant performance.

• Military grade and commercial tapes

Mil-spec filament, copper foil, PVC and other specialty tapes, available in custom widths.

• Folding cartons

Cartons and boxes used in conjunction with barrier bags and other packaging materials.

• Heat sealers

Equipment for sealing barrier materials and bags.

• Packaging labels

Labels for content identification, handling instructions, and safety or ESD warnings.

Typical applications

Edco packaging solutions are used to:

• Protect metal parts and assemblies from corrosion during long-term storage or overseas shipping
• Shield electronic components and assemblies from ESD and static-related damage
• Prevent moisture damage to sensitive products, including pharmaceuticals, precision instruments and semiconductor devices
• Keep dry food products and agricultural goods protected from humidity and contamination
• Provide compliant packaging for military and government contracts that must meet specific mil-spec standards

Custom and high-volume capabilities

• Many products are available in both stock and custom sizes
• Custom printing is available on select materials (for example, moisture barrier bags)
• Orders can range from very small quantities to complex high-volume production runs
• Edco leverages its mil-spec manufacturing quality standards for both military and commercial customers

For detailed technical specifications or to confirm whether a product meets a particular military or industry standard, customers should contact Edco for assistance or request a quote.

Edco offers moisture barrier packaging in a variety of formats and materials, including:

• Open-ended moisture barrier bags
• Reclosable zipper moisture barrier bags
• Roll material that can be converted into custom sizes
• Manufactured bags made from various barrier structures
• Options suitable for both commercial and mil-spec driven applications

Key features and capabilities:

• Large inventory of flexible packaging materials
• Access to one of the most comprehensive moisture barrier bag inventories in the U.S.
• Ability to support projects from very small runs up to complex high-volume orders
• Custom printing available (up to 8 colors) on select materials

Benefits of Edco moisture barrier bags

Using Edco moisture barrier packaging helps customers:

• Prevent moisture damage and product loss during shipping and storage
• Protect against corrosion caused by humidity, salt spray, oxygen, grease and other contaminants
• Achieve consistent, reliable barrier performance by leveraging Edco's military-level quality standards for commercial applications

Typical applications and industries

Moisture barrier bags are used across many markets, including:

• Agriculture (e.g., animal feed, fertilizer, grains)
• Electronics and electronic parts (often together with static shielding options)
• Food processing (e.g., grains, seeds, sauces, coffees and teas)
• Pharmaceutical and medical (e.g., instruments, medicines, chemicals)
• Building materials and industrial supplies (e.g., metal products, small tools, hardware)
• Lawn and garden products (e.g., granules, pebbles, ice melts, fertilizers)

Ordering and pricing

• Moisture barrier packaging is available in stock sizes and custom configurations
• Pricing depends on material type, bag or roll size, printing requirements and order volume
• For current pricing, lead times and technical guidance, customers should request a quote or contact Edco directly

Standard commercial poly bags, tubing and sheeting

• Clear polyethylene bags in a wide range of standard sizes
• Poly tubing and sheeting that can be cut and sealed to custom lengths
• Multiple thickness options (for example, from light-duty to heavy-duty gauges)
• Suitable for packaging a broad range of products, from small components to larger, bulky items

Zippered reclosable poly bags

• Reclosable clear poly bags in many standard sizes
• Available in multiple thicknesses
• Minimum purchase quantities apply (sizes may be combined to meet minimums)
• Suitable for applications that require repeated opening and closing while maintaining protection against dust and moisture

Specialized poly packaging options

Edco's poly product line also supports specialized applications, including:

• Static shielding bags for protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD)
• Moisture barrier bags for environments with high humidity or long transit times
• VCI/VPI-treated packaging for corrosion protection on metal parts

Benefits of poly shipping bags

• Cost-effective: Poly bags are often more economical than rigid packaging options such as boxes or mailers.
• Fast turnaround: Poly packaging typically offers short lead times, especially in common sizes and thicknesses.
• Durable and versatile: Different gauges and formats are available to suit delicate components, bulky items and products with sharp edges.
• Customizable: Options include resealable closures, different opacity levels and custom printing on select products.

Ordering and pricing

• Poly bags, tubing and sheeting are available in stock sizes and custom configurations
• Pricing depends on size, thickness, style, printing and order volume
• For current pricing, stock availability and lead times, customers should request a quote or contact Edco directly

• Desiccant packets contain moisture-absorbing materials such as bentonite clay or silica gel.
• The absorbent material is enclosed in porous materials (e.g., Kraft paper, Tyvek or heavy nonwovens) that allow moisture vapor to pass through.
• Desiccants can also absorb certain odors and gases in addition to water vapor.
• Common applications include protecting semiconductors, electronics, machinery, food cartons and other moisture-sensitive items.

Mil-spec classifications and types

Desiccant bags are classified under MIL-D-3464E as:

• Type I: Meets requirements for absorption, reactivation, dusting and durability.
• Type II: Meets all Type I requirements, with a tighter dusting specification ("low dust").
• Type III: Meets all Type I requirements plus resistance to hot water.

Dust test limits under the specification:

• Type I and Type III: less than 5.0 mg
• Type II: less than 0.5 mg

All desiccant supplied by Edco meets Type I and Type II requirements.

Available sizes

Standard mil-spec desiccant unit sizes include:

• 1/6, 1/3, 1/2, 1, 2, 4, 8, 16 and 80 units

(One "unit" is roughly equivalent to one ounce of desiccant material. See below for the formal definition.)

What is a desiccant "unit"?

Under MIL-D-3464E, a desiccant "unit" is defined as the amount of desiccant that will absorb:

• 3.0 grams of water at 20% relative humidity and 25°C
• 6.0 grams of water at 40% relative humidity and 25°C

This standardized definition helps determine how much desiccant is needed for a given package volume and environment.

Benefits of using Edco desiccant packets

• Helps keep products dry and in good condition during shipment and storage
• Reduces risk of corrosion, mold growth and moisture-related damage
• Suitable for a wide range of industrial, military, electronic, pharmaceutical and general commercial applications

Using and reactivating desiccants

• Desiccant packets are most effective when used inside a sealed moisture barrier bag or container.
• Humidity indicator cards are often placed inside the same package to provide a visual indication of humidity levels and when desiccant needs replacement.
• Mil-spec desiccant bags can be reactivated by baking in a circulating oven according to the temperature and time instructions printed on the bag.
• After reactivation, bags must still pass durability and adsorption tests defined by MIL-D-3464E.

Ordering and pricing

• Desiccant packets are available in multiple unit sizes and packaging configurations
• Pricing depends on unit size, quantity and packaging format
• For current pricing, stock status and technical guidance on how much desiccant is required for a specific application, customers should request a quote or contact Edco directly

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