A guide to Purchasing Stretch Wrap Equipment

Consistent and Uniform Application:
Operators using hand wrap stretch film cannot consistently wrap each load the same way. A load wrapped by one operator on Monday morning will differ from that wrapped by another operator on Friday afternoon. Utilizing a stretch wrap machine for pallet wrapping resolves this inconsistency.

Professional Finish:
Wrapping a pallet with a stretch wrap machine results in a neat and professional appearance. In contrast, hand-wrapped pallets often look erratic and uneven. The visual appeal of your pallet load as it arrives at your customer's location is crucial for projecting a professional image for your company. A stretch wrap machine ensures this consistency.

Training:
There are proper and improper techniques for hand wrapping pallets. If applied incorrectly, hand wrap can crush products or allow them to shift during transport. High employee turnover or multiple operators necessitate ongoing training to ensure loads are wrapped correctly. This training is vital for customer satisfaction and employee safety. Using a stretch wrap machine alleviates this concern.

Employee Safety:
Hand wrapping pallets is physically demanding and can lead to back injuries if done improperly. The human body is not equipped to work in a hunched posture while manipulating an 8-10 lb weight and maintaining proper tension in the film. Frequent overhead movements to wrap the top of the pallet can exacerbate these issues. Many accidents arise from improperly handled hand wrapping. It is advisable to review OSHA guidelines before purchasing pallet wrapping equipment. A stretch wrap machine eliminates this risk.

Load Integrity:
Hand wrapping can lead to a "good enough" mentality, where the minimum wrapping standards may not be met. Knowing how to maintain product unitization during shipping is essential. When hand wrapping, the responsibility for maintaining the required tension rests solely with the employee, whose fatigue or distractions can lead to poor results. Using a stretch wrap machine addresses this problem.

Damage Control:
Employees often focus on just getting loads wrapped enough to ship. Consequently, ensuring sufficient wrapping to prevent damage during transit or at the customer's warehouse becomes secondary. A stretch wrap machine provides consistent wrapping that minimizes the risk of damage during transport.

Customer Satisfaction:
Pallet wrapping is the final step in your process and the first aspect your customer observes regarding your capabilities as a supplier. Perceptions of your competence begin as soon as the pallet arrives at their dock. Inconsistently wrapped pallets can suggest a low-quality manufacturer. Compromising standards in this crucial stage can be costly. A stretch wrap machine helps maintain high standards.

Film Savings:
While ensuring products arrive intact is paramount, minimizing costs is also essential. A stretch wrap machine can be programmed to use the least amount of film necessary to secure the load, thereby reducing waste from unnecessary wrapping. A stretch wrap machine efficiently utilizes film.

Damaged Hand Wrap Rolls:
An often-overlooked expense related to hand wrapping is the cost of damaged stretch film rolls, which can account for 15-20% of overall costs. Using a stretch wrap machine eliminates this waste.

Quality Control:
Manual pallet wrapping lacks repeatability due to various influencing factors, such as different operators, time of day, and fatigue. A stretch wrap machine can eliminate or control these variables, ensuring consistent quality standards across loads. A stretch wrap machine guarantees quality control.

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