Prestretch vs. Galewrap®
Pallet wrapping and safety are two of the utmost packaging concerns. When pallets are wrapped correctly in a tight pallet wrapping film, the film protects your products from becoming damaged during transport and safeguards your most valuable asset — your workers. Though pallet wrapping may seem simple, there are multiple factors to consider before investing in a particular pallet wrap type. Today, we will examine the advantages and considerations of prestretch wrap and Galewrap®.
Traditional Prestretch
Prestretch wrapping is a pallet wrapping film that has been threaded through two rollers at a high rotational speed during the manufacturing process. Because of prestretch's formation, it becomes stronger once it has surpassed the point of permanent deformation. This tension can increase the film's strength by double. Prestretch film is also cost-effective and costs less than conventional wrapping film while outperforming it.
What Is Galewrap®?
When it comes to pallet wrapping, Galewrap® is one of the strongest pallet wrapping films on the market. Galewrap® is an oriented pallet wrapping film that's lighter and stronger than traditional prestretch wrapping while increasing productivity. Galewrap® outperforms classic prestretch pallet wrapping film in force to load tests by up to 90%.
Galewrap® has several advantages over its traditional prestretch competitors, including:
Sustainability and Cost Efficiency
Galewrap®'s bulk packaging and rolled edges for reinforcement make it a great waste preventer. Galewrap® also does not "neck down" while wrapping, meaning it can completely wrap a pallet in fewer rotations and reduces wrapping costs by using less product. Since Galewrap® stretches easily and is highly flexible, it is less prone to breakage, meaning you won't have to order as much pallet wrapping.
Between its bulk packaging, ability to wrap in fewer rotations, and resistance to breaking, Galewrap® is a sustainable and cost-efficient pallet wrapping solution.
Safer Employees and Products
The lightweight nature of Galewrap® makes it safer for employees to carry than heavy prestretch and minimizes the chance of workplace injury. Since Galewrap® can reach its maximum stretch quickly, your workers won't have to strain as much to hand wrap pallets. The easy stretch of Galewrap® also helps workers hand wrap pallets more efficiently since pallet wrapping must be wrapped over a certain threshold to be safe.
Since Galewrap® has puncture and tear resistance, its tight hold can help prevent merchandise from falling on your workers.
Purchase Galewrap® From Compack USA
As the supplier of Galewrap®, Compack has the innovative pallet wrapping film you need to increase productivity and reduce downtime. With over 40 years of experience, Compack understands the demands of pallet wrapping and is committed to providing our customers with cost-effective, sustainable, and safe packaging solutions. As the leading Galewrap® distributer, let us make a positive difference in your company.
To learn more about our products or inquire about purchasing from Compack — the leading Galewrap® supplier, fill out our online form or call us at 503-345-9885.
