Blog Articles

How Strong Is 80 Gauge Stretch Film? Load Capacity & Uses
80 gauge stretch film is the industry standard for pallet wrapping. Learn how strong it is, its load capacity, and when warehouses should use it for heavy pallets. Read more...
Bulk Stretch Film Buying Guide: Maximize Value & Minimize Freight Damage
Discover strategies to buy bulk stretch film—optimize roll specs, minimize damage, and save on labor and material costs. Read more...
Pre-Stretched vs Conventional Stretch Film: Cost Comparison Guide
Pre-stretched stretch film has a higher upfront cost per roll, but typically delivers lower cost per pallet through reduced material usage and better efficiency. This guide breaks down the real economics—including cost calculations, when it makes sense, and when to stick with conventional Read more...
The Science of Stretch Wrap: How Film Tension Protects Products
Stop over-wrapping and start optimizing. Discover the science of stretch film tension and learn how to achieve better load stability with less material. Includes data on stretch ratios, yield points, and practical application tips for hand and machine wrapping. Read more...
Stretch Film Selection Mistakes That Cause Shipping Failures
Stretch film failures often stem from selection mistakes—not thickness. Learn how poor film choices lead to shipping damage and how to prevent it. Read more...
How to Reduce Freight Damage Without Increasing Stretch Film Gauge
Thicker stretch film alone won’t prevent freight damage. This guide explains smarter ways to improve load stability without increasing film gauge. Read more...
Why Freight Damage Still Happens with Thick Stretch Film
Thick stretch film doesn’t always prevent freight damage. Discover the real causes of load failure and how to improve stability without using more film. Read more...
Stretch Film Cost Breakdown: What Affects Bulk Pricing?
A detailed breakdown of stretch film bulk pricing, revealing how material quality, gauge, yield, and wrapping efficiency affect true costs. Read more...
Stretch Film Alternatives: When to Combine Film with Corner Boards or Strapping
Discover when stretch film alone isn’t enough and how combining it with corner boards or strapping improves pallet stability and reduces freight damage. Read more...
Reducing Plastic Usage Without Increasing Freight Risk
Reduce plastic usage in stretch film without risking pallet stability or freight damage with high-performance film and optimized wrapping techniques. Read more...
Why Stretch Film Breaks During Wrapping & How to Prevent It
Learn the main causes of stretch film breakage during wrapping and how to prevent it, improving efficiency, safety, and load stability. Read more...
Stretch Film Gauge vs Yield: Why Thicker Film Isn’t Always Better
Thicker stretch film isn’t always better. This guide explains how gauge and yield affect cost per pallet, load stability, and shipping performance. Read more...