Abstract: A folded casing, shirred to form a stick, is packaged in a packaging net (10). The two net ends (12, 13) which are opposite to one another are welded ultrasonically. A strip (14), consisting of the same material as the packaging net 10, is also welded ultrasonically to at least one of the new ends 12 or 13.

Abstract: A folded casing arrangement capable of being used for individually filled products is provided. The casing arrangement comprises: a casing having an extended length, the casing being arranged to have at least three portions: 1) a first end portion formed at one end of the casing which forms a stick configuration, the first end portion having a plurality of folds compressed into one another; 2) a middle portion; and 3) a second end portion including a folded portion that is folded transversely to the length of the casing. The folded portion is pleated in a longitudinal direction with respect to the casing, and the second end portion is provided with a tying means.