In this blog, I will introduce the stretch hood and explain how it can help you comply with transport regulations, specifically for combustible commodities such as pellets and biofuel products.  

Regulations and requirements affecting the stretch hood industry vary across countries and regions, focusing on safety, environmental sustainability, and packaging efficiency. Here are some key regulations and how packaging systems, including stretch hoods, help meet these requirements.

Regulations

China’s regulations focus on environmental protection, including the ‘Plastic Restriction Order’ aimed at reducing plastic waste and promoting recyclable materials. Using products made from recyclable materials is a crucial way to reduce plastic pollution and facilitate recycling. At the same time, their usefulness in securing pallets also minimizes the risk of damage during transport and storage.

 

Both Europe and the United States have strict cargo securement standards that directly impact the stretch hood industry. These standards require packaging solutions to maintain load stability and prevent shifting when transportation.

 

In the case of Europe, these requirements mandate testing and certification of each load to ensure stability and security during transport. Unique to this regulation is the responsibility placed on the manufacturer or shipper to ensure proper packing and securing of loads, with penalties for non-compliance. In America, FMCSA requires everybody to prevent any movement of loads within the vehicle, avoiding situations where cargo could leak, spill, or dislodge. This regulation also applies to Canada and Mexico.

 

How Stretch Hood Systems Help?

Liability compliance: The secure fit of stretch hood films decreases risks associated with load shifting or falling, helping manufacturers and shippers reduce liability for improper packaging.

 

Protection of product: The stretch hood system is a key system that offers total protection and impermeability to the palletized product. It is the most technical film on the market as it is a multilayer film composed mostly of linear low-density polyethylene(LLDPE), is resistant to water, dust, humidity, and even UV rays, and layers that give it elasticity and resistance to tearing.

 

Transport safety: Transportation regulations often require products to be safely packed and handled to avoid accidents and losses. The firm and stable stretch hood film ensures the pallets are well-contained and do not break. Even under high-speed or bumpy transport conditions, the stretch hood’s tensile strength ensures that cargo remains immobile and intact within the vehicle,

 

Compared to stretch wrap, hooder film offers securing with a combination of vertical and horizontal forces. This hood circumference is always smaller than the shape of the load so that the film can stretch and shrink to fit and hold the goods.

 

Automation and saving labor: The packaging process needs to apply an automated machine. Actually stretch hood film is a double-edged sword because it reduces labor consumption even with expensive machines.

 

Transparency and quality parcel: The Stretch Hood Film provides superior quality final packaging, with total product transparency and total brand visibility. By using only one sleeve, there are no creases, no excess layers, and no plastic residues.

 

In addition, stretch hoods provide a clear view of the cargo while ensuring a tight seal that reduces risks of external contamination, thereby meeting securement standards. The film also resists punctures, further securing the load’s integrity.

In conclusion

Stretch hood systems are essential for ensuring adherence to transportation laws, especially when it comes to flammable goods like pellets and biofuel products. With an emphasis on environmental sustainability, these packaging options improve load stability and safety while adhering to stringent requirements in places like China, Europe, and the US.

 

The unique properties of stretch hood films enhance product integrity and minimize liability risks associated with improper packaging. Furthermore, the automation capabilities of stretch hood systems streamline the packaging process, reducing labor costs while maintaining high standards of quality and transparency.

 

Ultimately, the advantages of stretch hood systems extend beyond mere compliance; they contribute to operational efficiency, product protection, and customer satisfaction. Visit our website to explore our expertise in packaging solutions in the industry.