Stretch film rolls (also called stretch wrap) are elastic plastic films used to tightly wrap products for storage and transportation. They protect goods, improve load stability, and reduce damage.
Common packaging uses
- Pallet wrapping – Secures cartons and bags on pallets for shipping.
- Carton bundling – Holds multiple boxes together.
- Furniture protection – Prevents scratches, dust, and moisture during moving.
- Industrial products – Wraps pipes, metal parts, cables, and machinery.
- Food & beverage – Stabilizes cases of bottles, cans, and packaged foods (the film itself does not directly contact food unless it is food-grade).
- E-commerce shipments – Adds extra protection to boxed parcels.
- Textile packaging – Wraps fabric rolls, garments, and finished textile products.
- Building materials – Secures tiles, cement bags, and construction supplies.
Types of stretch film
- Hand stretch film – Applied manually using hands or a dispenser.
- Machine stretch film – Used with automatic or semi-automatic pallet wrapping machines.
- Colored stretch film – For product identification and added privacy.
- Black stretch film – Conceals the contents and offers UV protection.
Key benefits
- Keeps loads stable during transport.
- Protects against dust, dirt, and moisture.
- Reduces product damage and pilferage.
- Saves packaging time and cost.
- Eliminates the need for strapping in many applications.
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