Types of stretch film

Stretch film plays a crucial role in packaging, offering protection, stability, and cost efficiency. Whether you are in the logistics, manufacturing, or retail industry, understanding the different types of stretch film can help you make informed decisions.

Actually, there are many brands and configurations of stretch wrap film in the market today, as a matter of fact, there is too much confusion say the least. In this article, we’ll explore various types of stretch films, including hand stretch film, machine stretch film, folded-edge stretch film, colored stretch film, and bunding film, highlighting their unique features and applications.

What is Hand Wrap Film?

Hand stretch film, often referred to as manual stretch film, is designed for use without machinery. It’s ideal for small-scale or low-volume packaging, where hand wrapping provides flexibility and control for irregularly shaped or small items.

Yuandian film is an innovative multi-layered processed stretch film with a state-of-the-art cast line from WH that is used to wrap pallets and secure load stability during transit. Our high-end stiff hand rolls with superior strength include 6um, 8um, 10um, and 12um, ultra-thin could help secure your items tightly and save your costs at the same time.

Compared to high-end stiff, standard film includes 15um, 17um, 20um, and 23um an optimal stretch ratio of 200%, offering excellent containment force and strength. It balances economy and reliability, making it an ideal choice for general wrapping applications.

 

What is Machine Stretch Film?

Machine stretch film is designed to be used with automatic or semi-automatic stretch film machines. This film is typically made from high-quality, stretchable plastic materials like linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE). This type of film provides many advantages over hand film including faster and more efficient packaging, reduced packaging material costs, safer application, more secure loads, and more.

Machine stretch film is ideal for high-volume applications, as it can be applied quickly. That reduces labor costs and improves product efficiency. By using machine film, this is easy to stretch to its optimal level.

With the advanced cast line form WH that is used to wrap pallets and secure load stability. Our 55-layer nano stretch film creates extremely ‘thin’ films that are intelligently stacked to make this ultra-thin yet highly resistant to punctures and tearing. Our film can be available in various thicknesses, widths, and stretch capacities, making it suitable for different customer’s needs.

 

What is folded-edge stretch film?

Folded edge stretch film, also known as edge-folded stretch film or edge-folding stretch film. This design enhances the film’s durability and prevents the edges from tearing or unraveling during use.

It features reinforced edges that are neatly folded inward before winding onto the roll. This unique design eliminates film breaks caused by nicked edges and eliminates waste due to dropped and damaged rolls. Engineered with innovation in mind, this advanced packaging solution combines the convenience of hand-stretching with the added durability of folded edges

 

What is colored stretch film?

Colored stretch film, also called colored stretch wrap and opaque stretch film is different from the traditional clear or transparent stretch film. This film is designed to enhance the visual organization and identification of palletized loads. This type of stretch film undergoes a specific manufacturing process that adds pigments to the film during extrusion, ensuring consistent and vibrant color distribution. The process maintains the film’s clarity and strength while providing a visual distinction that aids in inventory management and branding.

Colored stretch film not only helps streamline logistics operations by color-coding system but also offers UV protection, and reduces the risk of pilferage by obscuring the contents.

 

What is Bunding Film?

Bundling film, often referred to as bundling stretch film, is a type of stretch wrap used for securing, unitizing, and bundling smaller items together. It is similar to standard stretch wrap but typically narrower, making it ideal for wrapping and holding together multiple smaller packages, objects, or products without the need for adhesive tape or straps.

Bundling film is often used for packaging small boxes, tools, tubing, and other items that need to stay together during handling or shipment. Its primary benefits include providing protection, reducing packaging waste, improving stability during transport, and being easy to use. This type of film is strong, stretchable, and clings tightly, making it a cost-effective solution for many packaging and bundling needs.

 

Conclusion

In conclusion, different types of stretch film are significant for optimizing packaging efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring product safety. No matter what kind of film, each variant offers unique benefits tailored to specific packaging needs. Yuandian’s advanced nano film adds extra durability to prevent tearing, ensuring secure load stability.

By selecting the suitable and high-performance stretch wrap, you and your group can streamline logistics and achieve superior cost efficiency. As a leader in innovative industrial packaging solutions, yuandian is dedicated to pursuing quality and reducing plastic. Contact us today to learn how our stretch films can transform your packaging strategy.