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Hand stretch wrap vs Machine stretch film – What is the difference?

If you are starting a new business and planning to build out your packaging line or shipping department, at some stage you’ll require stretch wrap, although the type of stretch wrap will depend on your needs.

How To Wrap A Pallet By Hand In Six Simple Steps

Although it might appear easy, if your pallets aren’t wrapped securely, you may risk wasting valuable time, and money, risk the possibility of damaged goods, and increase your risk of injury.

Expert Tips To Increase Your Hand Stretch Wrap Yield

Hand stretch wrap yield refers to the amount of pallets that can be wrapped with a specific amount of hand stretch wrap. It is a measure of how efficiently and effectively hand stretch wrap is being used to secure and protect products during transportation and storage.

5 Top Tips For Making The Best Haylage

Haylage is fast becoming a popular food source for horses. Richer in nutrients and more palatable than standard hay, it provides a number of benefits that make it a solid horse-feed substitute.

23 January 2016

Collation Shrink Film For Food & Drink Sector

Collation shrink film is a crucial part of keeping food and drink fresh and safe to consume. Methods of wrapping have come on leaps and bounds over the years, with new and innovative materials and processes being released every year.

22 December 2015

What Is Scaffold Sheeting?

Scaffold sheeting is a temporary protective covering used on construction sites, building repairs, and roofing projects. Made from durable polythene, it is secured to scaffolding using bungee ties, clips, or heat sealing, creating a weather-resistant barrier.

14 November 2015

Plastic Waste: What Are The Hazards?

Should all plastic waste be officially labelled as hazardous? This is the question being asked by experts all over the world, as the over-reliance on plastics continues to impact the environment.

30 September 2015

Product Spotlight: Flame Retardant Shrink Film

Fire and Rescue Services in Great Britain attended 212,500 fires in 2013-14. Fires are a particular risk in commercial and industrial buildings, where reliance on electrical appliances, automated processes and chemical storage makes fire more likely.

29 September 2015

Setting Up Your Warehouse: What Do You Need?

Warehousing, storage, and distribution is undoubtedly a demanding industry. First and foremost, you need to do your research and ensure that you’re ready to take on the challenge.

Preserving Food with Polythene Film: A Solution for Food Businesses

For food manufacturers, processors, and suppliers, preserving food quality is essential. Polythene film serves as a key packaging material across the food industry to extend shelf life, reduce waste, and maintain product integrity during storage and transport.

27 February 2015

What is MDO film?

Machine-direction orientation (MDO) film is made where, a polymer film is heated to a temperature slightly below its melting point and stretched in a particular orientation.

12 December 2013

Superior Thermoplastic Fire Resistant Film

We are now holding stocks of Verisafe flame retardant shrink film. Verisafe is rated the world’s best shrink film and has been tested worldwide in the most extreme environments.

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