Defining the types of stretch film

Ever wonder the differences between the many stretch film products on the market today? Here is a guide that should help defineeach film.

Blown Stretch Film

The simplest packaging solutions for all hand stretch wrapped applications! Blown stretch film is a general purpose, competitively priced stretch film that holds all A, B, and C type loads. This versatile stretch film boasts of its supreme puncture and tear resistance and great cling.

Applications include: Brick and Block, Warehouses, Irregular Loads, Transportation Industry, Food Distribution, Bagged or Boxed Products, etc.

Extended Core Hand Stretch Film

Extended core stretch film, a stretch wrapping system-in-a box-solution, is a premium hand stretch wrap wound on 1-1/4" cores with 5' extended application handles. With the extended core hand stretch films, there are no stretch film dispensers required. The design on this hand stretch wrap is lightweight making it easy to use in tight spaces and low places. The wider 20" stretch film allows the loads to be wrapped more quickly with fewer trips around the load.

Applications Include: Distribution, Moving and Storage, Transportation, Boxed Products, etc.

Supreme Premium Grade Hand Film

The Supreme grade hand stretch films are made with special orientation for a stronger stretch film at thinner gauges. The rolls of stretch wrap are light-weight and easy to use which minimizes user weariness. The supreme hand stretch films use less film per load which creates less stress on the environment.

Applications Include: Cold Environments, Grocery Warehouses, Internal Wrapping and Boxed Products, Food Processors, All Load Profiles.

EcoSupreme Stretch Film

The EcoSupreme stretch film is the economical, eco-friendly hand stretch film packaging solution. Eco Film is a premium grade stretch film made with special orientation that produces stronger film at thinner gauges. The EcoSupreme hand stretch films come equipped with core extensions and are ultra-light to handle. These hand stretch films are engineered with performance in mind, made with reinforced edges to give unmatched load-holding force and tear resistance. Its aggressive cling is strong enough for B and many C type loads. The Eco Supreme. Twice the load holding. Half the effort. Half the cost of traditional hand films!

Features: Aggressive Cling, Reinforced Edges, Easy Release, Ultra Light Weight, Higher Load Compression

Benefits: Ideal for Cold, Dusty Applications, Tear Resistant, Eliminate Roll Waste Due to Edge Damage, Reduce Operator Fatigue, Easy to Wrap, Tighter Packages, Less Damage, Eco-Friendly Source Reduction, Less Cost

Applications Include: Cold Environments, Grocery Warehouses, Internal Wrapping, Boxed Products, Food Processors, All Load Profiles

Opaque Stretch Film

Opaque stretch films can help the security of the product through concealment. It also protects products from UV rays, lasting longer than clear stretch films, and prevents damages caused by the elements. Opaque stretch films can be used in warehousing to color code merchandise. Available in hand and machine rolls.

Note: Most freight claims stem from freight being trans-loaded, restacked and or cross-docked. This may happen a number of times before it's actually delivered and is standard practice for most common carriers. The more it's handled, the great the chance of damage.

VCI Stretch Film

(Volatile Corrosion Inhibitor) pallet wrap reduces the corrosion of ferrous products. VCI stretch film contains an additive that resists moisture and inhibits rust formation. It provides a protective shield that keeps dirt, dust, debris and moisture away from the product.

UVI Stretch Film

UVI stretch films are used to help prolong the life of the stretch wrap when it is being stored in the sun. The ultra-violet additives in this stretch film protects the film from photo degradation while maintaining strength and load holding integrity during prolonged outdoor exposure.

Vented Pallet Wrap

Vented pallet wrap is a stretch film with die cut holes for ventilation. Vented films are used for their many advantages:

Bundling Stretch Films

Bundling hand stretch films offer a multitude of advantages to the packaging processes.