Everything You Need to Know About Stretch Film

By Barry Kaufman - Director of Operations at Doverco Inc.

& teacher at Concordia University

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What is stretch film?

Stretch film is an elastic film that is unwrapped from a roll, often stretched (either manually or mechanically), and wrapped around a unit load to maintain load stability and provide product protection during transport and storage. The film acts like a compression bandage around the entire unit load, creating a “hugging” force to keep everything together and stable.

Benefits of using stretch film

With proper containment, damage is reduced and product is protected throughout its distribution journey. Stretch film is available in transparent for easy scanning and opaque varieties to conceal products if desired.

Different types of stretch films & applications:

• Cast stretch film is a popular choice for wrapping items because it has many advantages, including superior transparency, strong tear and puncture resistance, a quiet unwind and lower waste (since it is produced in thinner gauges).
• Blown stretch wrap has higher durability and better cling performance, especially in lower temperatures. This makes it a better option for wrapping in a refrigerated or freezer environment

• Hand stretch wrap, as the name suggests, is manually applied to wrap and secure products. It is designed to be highly stretchable and adheres well to itself, making it ideal for bundling items together securely. This type of film shines in smaller operations or situations where wrapping volume doesn’t justify investing in machinery.

• On the other hand, machine stretch wrap is specifically crafted for use with automated or semi-automated wrapping machines. This type excels in operations characterized by higher volumes of packaging. Machine stretch film brings a host of benefits.

LEARN MORE HERE & Explore our wide range of stretch films and discover how our high-performance films provide superior load containment, helping you save costs and reduce your plastic usage.

DID YOU KNOW?

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This visit is entirely free of charge, with no purchase obligation.

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