Office envelopes - Even in the advent of the digital age, the need to send post is still relevant to office correspondence. http://www.theofficesuppliessupermarket.com/c/paper-products/envelopes/c4-envelopes In the attached we walk through some of the basic types of envelopes used in the office and their uses, such as as invoices, brochures, documents, invitations, cards, CDs, and many others.

1. Office Envelopes
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2013
Christopher Maltby

2. Types of business envelopes and
what they are used for
Even in the advent of the digital age, the need to send post is still relevant to
office correspondence. In fact, there are a variety of office materials sent by post
regularly such as invoices, brochures, documents, invitations, cards, CDs, and
many others.

3. DL Envelopes:
• It is suited for sending A4 letters and documents that can be folded into 3 equal
parts. It is ideal for sending single sheets of A4 paper via post.
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4. Boardbacked Envelopes
• This type of envelope has a back supported by rigid card which offers its
contents adequate protection from being squashed, folded or torn in transit.
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5. C4 Envelopes
• They can hold letters and documents in A4 size paper that you do not wish to
be folded.
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6. A5 Envelopes:
• They are commonly used to send A4 papers and documents that can be
folded in half, as well as small leaflets or brochures that cannot be folded. It is
also typically used to send A4 documents of 2 or more pages.
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7. CD Envelopes
• These are clear PVC pouches housing compact discs. It can be sent in a parcel
post but its primary use is protection in transporting and storing discs.
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8. Gusset Envelopes
• They are widely used to send larger and bulkier items such as books, manuals,
reports and other items that will not fit in standard sized envelopes. This type
has a folding flap around 3 sides allowing it to expand to hold thicker
documents between 20mm and 70mm.
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9. Wage Envelopes
• They are built to securely hold cash notes, coins, cheques and payslips. They
are made pocket style for easy safekeeping and contain a strong adhesive
seal to prevent any tampering.
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10. Clasp Envelopes
• They are made from rugged, heavy-duty paper such as kraft or manila. They
also have rust-resistant metal clasps, strong reinforced holes and gummed
flaps. All of these ensure adequate protection from accidental opening of
confidential or sensitive documents.

11. Closure
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