{"id":48159,"date":"2019-11-26T12:24:34","date_gmt":"2019-11-26T17:24:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/lantechweb.wpengine.com\/r2\/?page_id=48159"},"modified":"2020-09-14T14:34:19","modified_gmt":"2020-09-14T18:34:19","slug":"basic-types-of-stretch-wrappers","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.lantech.com\/r2\/stretch-wrapping\/basic-types-of-stretch-wrappers\/","title":{"rendered":"Stretch Wrappers"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Wrapping is Simple<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The purpose of a stretch wrapper is simple – unitizing a load to prepare it for shipment. At its simplest, a stretch wrapper applies stretch film to a pallet load of product. Some machines rotate the load\u00a0on a turntable while others have an arm that rotates around the load. But getting the right amount of film with the right amount of tension, what we call containment force, everywhere on the load is more complicated than it often seems.<\/p>\n

But it\u2019s Complicated<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The outcome is critical, though – if you don’t get the right amount of\u00a0containment force<\/a>\u00a0everywhere on the load, the time and expense of wrapping could be wasted. Loads that are ineffectively stretch wrapped have unnecessary risks of falling apart during shipment. So we encourage companies to find the right machine that for their application. And there are lots of choices!<\/p>\n

Here are two basic types of stretch wrappers:<\/p>\n

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1. Turntable Wrapper<\/h4>\n\"\"\n

These rotate the pallet while the film moves
\nup and down the mast.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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2. Straddle Wrapper<\/h4>\n\"\"\n

These rotate the film around
\na stationary pallet.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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To help find the right machine for you, here are a few things to consider:<\/p>\n

Size of Load<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Length, width & height of your loads all impact what machine you need. Height is one of the most common considerations we see. Standard wrappers handle loads up to 80″ tall. But some stretch wrappers have options to wrap loads up to 140″ tall. Turntables start at 65″ in diameter (which encompass standard 40″ x 48″ pallets within its perimeter – a huge safety factor) and go up to 96″ in diameter to handle larger loads.<\/p>\n

Stability & Weight of Load<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If loads are really heavy, light, or unstable, it makes more sense to keep the\u00a0load stationary\u00a0and rotate the stretch film around it. These machines are called straddle wrappers. Most pallets, however, are wrapped on turntable machines which rotate the pallet while the film is applied. Turntable and straddle wrappers come in various sizes to accommodate different sizes of load perimeters.<\/p>\n

Forklifts vs. Pallet Jacks<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If you have to load the machine with a pallet jack, then you could use a straddle type stretch wrapper that will keep the load on the floor, or add\u00a0a ramp to a turntable machine.<\/p>\n

Speed<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In practice, most semi-automatic machines can\u00a0handle up to 30-40 loads\/hour. That\u2019s a guideline, and it assumes consistent flow. So it’s important to consider surge periods\u00a0when choosing your wrapper. There are options available to increase throughput speed.<\/p>\n

Savings & Results<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Both types of machines provide the same consistent containment force, comparable film cost reductions and free warehouse staff from the time consuming and tedious job of hand wrapping. These benefits are often a big factor for companies considering their first wrapper.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ve got details on savings and justification on our\u00a0budget<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0business outcomes\u00a0<\/a>pages.<\/p>\n

Options to Take You Further<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Once you\u2019ve chosen the type of stretch wrapper, it\u2019s time to consider various options to reduce the burden on your warehouse team. By\u00a0cutting and clamping the film automatically<\/a>, for instance, you can save them from having to get on and off their forklift and the bending and twisting it takes to attach and cut the film. Using these tools reduce wasted labor and opportunities for injury.<\/p>\n

And\u00a0if you weigh your loads, you can build a scale into the wrapper<\/a>\u00a0to save space and reduce extra time consuming steps.<\/p>\n

Where and How We Build Lantech Machines<\/strong><\/h3>\n

All our stretch wrappers are built in our LEAN factory in Louisville, KY. Each machine is built to order. Lead time is about 2 weeks. Often our distribution partners keep some standard machines available for immediate delivery.<\/p>\n

And our quality is covered by an amazing warranty. Our turntable semi-automatic machines, for instance, have a 5 year unlimited cycles warranty on\u00a0all<\/i>\u00a0components.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re a details oriented person you\u2019re probably looking for the nuts and bolts information by now.\u00a0We understand. You\u2019ll find that here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

And if you want to compare all our machines side by side\u00a0you can do that here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Want to learn more about how to select the best wrapper for your requirements? \u00a0Download our free guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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