Stretch Film

Stretch Film

Why use Stretch Film

Why do people use stretch film? Stretch film remains the most cost effective way to contain a load.

Cast Stretch Film

Cast stretch film is manufactured using the cast extrusion process. Typical characteristics of cast stretch films are: excellent optics, clear, glossy, superior tear resistance, quiet unwind, consistent cling and consistent film thickness. Cast Film is more effective in cold storage applications.

Blown Stretch Film

Manufactured using the blown film extrusion process and also referred to as blown film. Typical blown stretch film characteristics are: poorer optics and noisier unwind, but, excellent puncture resistance and capable of achieving a high force on load (load containment).The market is 66% cast film and 34% blown film. Most of the blown film is in the hand film market.

Load Profiles:

A Loads

A Loads are typically cubed with no protrusions and unitized. These are the easiest to wrap.

B Loads

B Loads are pallets that may have an object protruding or do not have clean vertical sides but rather have irregular sides. The puncture hazard may require a better performance film.

C Loads

C Loads are very irregular loads with many corners, sharp edges, or protrusions and are difficult to wrap. A higher performance stretch film will be required to handle this type of difficult load.

Types of Stretch Film Equipment

Self Propelled Stretch Wrapper

Turntable Stretch Wrapper

Orbital Stretch Wrapper

Rotary Arm Stretch Wrapper

We can give you at least 5 reasons why it is not, and show you it’s time for a stretch wrapper. • Consistent and uniform application

• Film Cost Savings

• Consistent and reliable production output throughout the work day

• Employee Safety

• Reducing the potential of your pallet being damaged during transit