| Choosing a stretch wrap machine for a manufacturing | | | | reputation for quality and dependability? Since stretch |
| facility or distribution center requires careful attention. | | | | wrappers, like any packaging machinery, require |
| Selecting the wrong type of equipment can result in | | | | ongoing maintenance, avoid getting into a position of |
| line slowdowns, over use of stretch film, and | | | | not being able to obtain parts or secure reliable |
| increased maintenance and parts replacement. Here | | | | service support. |
| are five tips to help in the selection process. | | | | Evaluate the equipment distributor as well. Is the |
| First and foremost, keep in mind that a pallet | | | | company experienced and knowledgeable in the sale |
| wrapper is a long term investment. Stretch wrappers | | | | and service of pallet wrappers? Does it have a track |
| often remain in service for upwards of five years, | | | | record of successful installations, particularly within |
| even in high volume operations. With that in mind, | | | | your industry? Throughout the selection and |
| purchasing decisions should not be made strictly on | | | | installation processes, technical questions and issues |
| the basis of an attractive price or a short lead time. | | | | invariably arise. The productivity value of your |
| Instead, make sure the stretch wrap machine can | | | | machine will be diminished without the appropriate |
| manage future as well as present production | | | | modifications and integration. A competent distributor |
| requirements. If you are currently wrapping 40 pallets | | | | facilitates a smooth installation - as well as providing |
| per shift but expect to ramp up to 100, base your | | | | reliable service and parts support on an ongoing basis. |
| specifications on the future, not current, volume. | | | | See the stretch wrapper in action, and test it if |
| Otherwise, your machine will likely need replacement | | | | possible. Since every packaging environment is unique |
| far before it has been fully depreciated - unless you | | | | in one way or another, it is prudent to inspect or field |
| foresee other, secondary applications for the unit as | | | | test packaging equipment in advance of a purchase. |
| business expands. | | | | Leading equipment manufacturers and distributors |
| Consider the manufacturer fully. Is the company | | | | have ample video for most models, maintain display |
| reputable and financially strong? Has it established a | | | | rooms, and offer in-plant testing or trial programs. |