Stretch Film

How to Avoid the No. 1 Problem in Stretch Wrapping

December 5, 2022 By Lantech

Since 1972, when Lantech invented stretch wrapping, there have been lots of improvements in the technology and techniques that help shippers send their loads from their facility to their customer’s, damage free and at the lowest cost. But stretch wrapping is not problem-free. The No. 1 problem is …

Topics: Film Breaks, Stretch Film, Stretch Wrapping

15 Best Operating Tips for Semi-Automatic Stretch Wrappers

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March 30, 2022 By Lantech

Most stretch wrappers come with manuals on how to operate and trouble-shoot the machines. But they barely begin to cover what you need to know to create a safe-to-ship load. …

Topics: Containment Force, Film Breaks, Semi-automatic Pallet Wrapping, Stretch Film, Stretch Wrapping

How much does stretch wrap stretch? Is more better?

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May 5, 2021 By Lantech

The simple answer is that quality machine stretch film typically stretches 3x or more. The right answer is….it depends on the stretch film, the machine and most importantly, your product, loads and goals. Here’s the full answer …

Topics: Stretch Film

A Plant Manager’s Guide to Stretch Wrap Equipment and Savings

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December 28, 2020 By Lantech

When searching for the perfect stretch wrapper, you’re likely faced with an overwhelming amount of machine choices. For a lot of people, it’s important to buy a high-quality machine. High quality means the machine is safe, easy-to-use and requires minimal maintenance. But people shouldn’t …

Topics: EZ Weigh, Labor Savings, Pallet-Grip, Stretch Film, Stretch Wrapping, XT Cut & Clamp

3 Ways to Avoid Stretch Wrapping’s Circle of Doom

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December 28, 2020 By Lantech

Film breaks are more than just an irritation. Unless their causes are found and fixed, they lead to a nasty chain of events called the Circle of Doom. …

Topics: Film Breaks, Stretch Film, Stretch Wrapping

3 Ways to Avoid Stretch Wrapping’s Circle of Doom

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October 22, 2020 By Lantech

Film breaks are more than just an irritation. Unless their causes are found and fixed, they lead to a nasty chain of events called the Circle of Doom. …

Topics: Film Breaks, Stretch Film, Stretch Wrapping

What Are the Trade-Offs to Wrap My Pallet Load Effectively?

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October 13, 2020 By Lantech

What are the trade-offs when trying to wrap my pallet load effectively? Not just any theoretical pallet load but the one sitting on the shipping dock floor in front of me? …

Topics: Stretch Film

The Smart Way to Get The Most Value From Your Stretch Film

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October 13, 2020 By Lantech

You’re driving home after work and your gas light is on … again. You notice a gas station selling gas for $3.50/gallon and another selling the same gas for $1.50/gallon. Which station are you pulling into? It’s a no-brainer. You’re going to pay the least amount to get the most. …

Topics: Stretch Film, Stretch Film Cost

The Most Common Reason for Stretch Film Breaks

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October 13, 2020 By Lantech

One of the inevitable challenges of a stretch wrapper operators job is stretch film breaks. Some customers find that stretch film will break as often 3 to 5 times per roll. At best these breaks are an irritation. At worst, they can lead to a cascading series of increasingly problematic …

Topics: Film Breaks, Stretch Film

Stretch Film

How to Avoid the No. 1 Problem in Stretch Wrapping

15 Best Operating Tips for Semi-Automatic Stretch Wrappers

How much does stretch wrap stretch? Is more better?

A Plant Manager’s Guide to Stretch Wrap Equipment and Savings

3 Ways to Avoid Stretch Wrapping’s Circle of Doom

3 Ways to Avoid Stretch Wrapping’s Circle of Doom

What Are the Trade-Offs to Wrap My Pallet Load Effectively?

The Smart Way to Get The Most Value From Your Stretch Film

The Most Common Reason for Stretch Film Breaks

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