Shrink wrap and pallet wrap are both common packaging materials used in a variety of industries. These two items are often used interchangeably, however, they’re not the same thing. Below is some brief information to help you differentiate and determine which type is right for you.
What is shrink wrap?
Shrink film is a thin plastic film made of polyethylene used to wrap and secure individual items. When heat is applied to the wrap, the wrap shrinks, forming a tight and secure layer around the packaged item. This creates a barrier that protects the item from dust, moisture and other environmental factors during transport and storage.
Advantages of using:
- Provides a protective barrier against dust and moisture.
- Suitable for small and medium sized products.
- Cost savings.
- Easy to use.
What is pallet wrap?
Pallet wrap, also known as Stretch Wrap, is a thin plastic film used to wrap and secure groups of goods on pallets for transportation and storage. Unlike shrink wrap, pallet wrap is stretchable and designed to tightly secure items together on the pallet to prevent them from shifting during transport.
Advantages of using:
- Keep items securely in place on pallets.
- Cost savings.
- An effective way to secure large loads of items.
- Flexible and durable.
- Suitable for heavy loads and rough handling.
- Easy to use.
- Does not require any specialized equipment.
In Conclusion
Pallet wrap is much cheaper than other types of plastic wrap, making it one of the most economical packaging materials. It can be used as often as needed without costing you a lot of money. It doesn’t require any special equipment and you wrap multiple pieces of stretch wrap over an item/s to create the tightest possible seal. Additionally, stretch film is super flexible and can be used on any shape or size of product you want to wrap.
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