Pallet Shrink Wrap – 12 Misconceptions to Know Before Buying

Pallet shrink wrap can be confused with a few different materials. People often look for rolls of a material that stretches to conform tightly around pallet loads of goods. Anyone searching will find a plethora of options online. Be sure you know about the common misunderstanding before purchasing pallet shrink wrap. Below are twelve misconceptions […]

9 Vacuum Sealing Tips & Tricks to Seal Like a Professional

Vacuum sealing in a vacuum bag can increase shelf life and freezer storage several times longer than other methods. Vacuuming removes oxygen, one of the leading contributors to food degradation. View our vacuum packaging shelf life chart to see how the process can extend the longevity of the products you want to keep. Though vacuum […]

What is a Shrink Combo System

Shrink combo systems use an L Bar sealer and shrink tunnel to shrink package products in one continuous line. The combination of both machines streamlines the shrink wrapping process. Manufacturer differences and features should factor into which shrink combo system works best for your application. Find out what to look for in a shrink combo […]

North American Pallet Wrapping Machines and Materials

With material shortages causing shipping delays and longer lead times, domestic sourced products can be enticing and help support North American workers. There are plenty of companies to consider whether desiring machinery or consumables. This post will highlight a few pallet wrapping machines and film manufacturers in North America. Some machines can cost more on […]

16 Questions to Ask Before Buying an Automatic Shrink Wrap Machine

Automatic shrink wrap machines are a step up from manual or semi-auto machines. Companies using automatic machines are often packaging thousands of products daily. The initial costs are substantially more than lower volume machines. Though the capital expenditures may be higher, the efficiency will quickly pay for itself. There are always many questions when purchasing […]

How to Get rid of Holes in Shrink Wrap

A common problem with heat shrink packaging is holes in the finished product. Often, the finished product looks great, except burn holes are found in an undesired location. Adjustments can quickly be made if the cause is located, and hole-free products will follow. This post is about determining what is causing the holes in your […]

Innovative Packaging Technology You May Not Know About

Like any other industry, the packaging industry is constantly coming up with newer and better ways to package different types of products. Due to COVID-19, many packaging companies have become more innovative with products, but even before that, new and innovative packaging products were coming on the scene with regularity. Packaging technology matters because it […]

Is a Semi-Automatic Stretch Wrap Machine Right for You?

With most products being sold, you will want to package them before selling them to customers. If selling large quantities of products, eventually bulk shipping products on pallets or skids may be necessary. While some companies wrap their pallets manually, they find it can be an issue because there is room for error. Other companies […]