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Shrink Wrapping Magazines and Brochures

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Our best-selling shrink wrap materials are centerfold polyolefin and PVC shrink wrap rolls. The centerfold rolls are versatile and allow users to wrap multiple sized objects efficiently. In this post we are going to demonstrate with pictures and a video how to wrap brochures, catalogs, or books with centerfold heat shrink wrap. In this post we will be using a centerfold PVC shrink wrap. Click on previous post to view PVC and polyolefin shrink wrap differences.

Starting Snapshot We are using an I-Bar sealer with a 500 ft. roll of centerfold shrink wrap. We will be wrapping a Pampered Chef catalog. Our I-Bar seal temperature is set to the middle heat setting.

Snapshot 2 (5-16-2013 7-36 PM) First, seal the open end of the shrink wrap roll. This makes two closed sides on the roll. The side you have just sealed and the creased side. Once the seal is complete, remove excess film.

Magazine Into Shrink Wrap Insert the magazine into the corner of the sealed side and the fold crease. Once inserted, seal the other side of the magazine and remove excess film. This seal will make three closed sides around the magazine. This seal will also be the beginning seal for your next product.

Seal Last Open Shrink Wrap SideUse the sealer to seal the last open side around the magazine. and remove excess film.

Shrink Wrapped MagazineMagazine with all open sides sealed. Notice the excess film around the magazine. This offers room around the magazine for the film to shrink.

Heat Gun UseApply heat with a heat gun on low settings. Always keep the gun moving and at least 6 inches away from the film.

Watch the video below to see the finished product and all of these steps in action. If you have any questions call us at 1-800-441-5090.

PVC and Polyolefin Shrink Wrap Differences

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Over the years we have wrote several articles about the differences in PVC and Polyolefin shrink wrap. Below are some links to a few of the blog posts as well as our shrink wrap 101.

PVC shrink wrap, Polyolefin shrink wrap, Polyethylene shrink wrap

Shrink Wrap Varieties

Shrink Wrap 101

All of these articles offer detailed information about the differences in shrink wrap materials. The only problem with these articles is they do not demonstrate and show customers the differences. We can explain all of the differences in text, but showing the differences helps customers actually see the differences in the two shrink films. This helps customers make a better decision when purchasing products.

In the video below we will be demonstrating the gloss and clarity of the two shrink films, the noise each one of them makes before being shrunk, and the tear resistance. This video is intended to be used by people wanting to buy a shrink wrap material as well as people trying to figure out what material they have been  using. If you have any questions about anything in the video feel free to call us at 1-800-441-5090 to ask questions. If you would like to place an order, all materials and machines are available at www.shrinkwrapandstretchfilm.com.

Polyolefin Shrink Bags

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We have posted several blog posts about the advantages of polyolefin shrink wrap over PVC shrink wrap. PVC shrink wrap is a versatile shrink film that should be considered for a variety of applications, but polyolefin shrink film is a superior product. We are now offering a selection of polyolefin shrink bags. These bags are often had to find. Centerfold Polyolefin shrink wrap rolls are the most common form of polyolefin products available on the market. The centerfold rolls are ideal for high speed machines and large to medium sized shrink wrap applications. We offer all of our centerfold polyolefin rolls at very competitive prices. The polyolefin shrink bags are great for smaller operations looking for a more efficient way to seal and package a large variety of products.

Most smaller shrink wrap operations only have an I-Bar sealer. The I-Bar sealer only offers one sealing side as opposedHand impulse sealers to a more expensive L-Bar sealer that offers three sealing sides. The one sealing side on the I-Bar sealer makes it time consuming for users to seal the three open sides on a centerfold polyolefin shrink wrap roll. A shrink wrap bag is the perfect option to increase efficiency for users using an I-Bar sealer. A shrink bag only requires one side to be sealed.

Along with increased efficiency, polyolefin shrink bags open up a larger selection of products that can be wrapped. Unlike PVC, polyolefin film can come into direct contact with consumable food products. Bakeries and other food producers can now quickly and efficiently wrap and package food products.

Visit our online store at www.shrinkwrapandstretchfilm.com to view our selection of polyolefin shrink bags. Call us at 1-800-441-5090 if you have any questions or would like to place an order.

Add a Professional Touch With PVC Shrink Wrap

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PVC shrink wrap stands for Poly Vinyl Chloride. For years PVC was a preferred material for shrink wrapping a large variety of objects. Recent years have brought new developments in materials used to make shrink film. Now, many people prefer polyolefin shrink wrap. Just because polyolefin is often preferred does not mean PVC is not a great material to be used for a variety of applications.

PVC shrink wrap is still one of the most economical shrink films on the market. Many manufactures and users end up wrapping products with PVC shrink film for pennies or less per product. The PVC  shrink film has distinctive characteristics that are preferred by some users. Before the film is shrunk it can easily tear and is very crinkly. After heat is applied the film stiffens and hardens. It offers great protection from external elements.

There are some great advantages PVC shrink film can offer users. Below are some advantages to wrapping with PVC Money-Signshrink wrap.

Cost- Often time much cheaper than other shrink wrap or packaging options. Start-up costs for small operations shrinking and sealing 30-100 products per day can be as low as $150.

Variety- There is a large variety of PVC shrink films on the market that can meet a variety of demands. PVC centerfold rolls, shrink bags, and tubing are commonly preferred for a wide range of applications.

Clarity- PVC offers excellent clarity after heat has been applied. Often a great low-cost option for displaying Domed Shrink Bags Afterproducts on store shelves.

Protection- With the proper seals, PVC shrink wrap is ideal for protecting products from moisture and dust.

Shrink Rate- PVC shrink wrap offers an excellent shrink rate compared to many other shrink films. Often times users can get up to a 30%-40% shrink rate.Domed Shrink Bag Before

PVC Shrink wrap can give product the professional look many users are after at an inexpensive price. It does have some drawbacks as well. Below are a list of disadvantages to expect when using PVC shrink.

Odor When Sealing- Due to the Chloride found in the film, there is an odor when sealing and applying heat. A properly ventilated room is recommend.

No Direct Contact With Food- PVC shrink film can not come into direct contact with food products. Polyolefin shrink wrap is the best film to be used for direct food contact.

 

Easy Tear- PVC film is not the best film to be used with sharp corners. Because the film becomes harder after heat has been applied it can tear easily at sharp corners.

Sealing Wire Build up- After enough seals with PVC film, a residue will build up on the sealing element. A repair wire can be easily installed once this build up occurs.

Temperature Sensitive Storage-PVC rolls and materials need to be stored in temperature controlled environments.

PVC, like many products and packaging options has advantages and disadvantages. If you feel like PVC shrink wrap may be right for you and would like to ask questions give us a call at 1-800-441-5090. If you would like to place an order online visit our store at www.uspackagingandwrapping.com.

 

 

Quantity Based Shrink Wrap and Stretch Film Quotes!

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All of the packaging products we offer come with quantity based discounts. Some of the best quantity based discounts we offer can be found in our heat shrink wrap and stretch film products. A big reason discounts are large for these products is because of the weight and shipping cost related with these products.

Sure, we come down on price per case or roll the more you order, but freight costs is where the savings are. Below are a couple of recent orders we have had and how shipping was a large factor in the customers savings.

A recent order that shipped out called our sales department for a fright quote on 10 polyolefin rolls of heat shrink wrap. A 24 inch 75 gauge shrink wrap roll sells for $209.61  per roll on single rolls orders. The quote for 10 polyolefin rolls is below.
(10) Polyolefin Heat Shrink Rolls 24″ x 75 Ga.= $192 per roll + S & H $135 = $2055 total or $205.50 per roll delivered

A member of our sales team determined through the conversation that the customer was going through enough film to order 20 rolls if they could save more money. Below is the quote for 20 polyolefin rolls.

(20) Polyolefin Heat Shrink Rolls 24″ x 75 Ga.= $183 per roll + S & H $147= $3807 total or $190.35 per roll delivered

The difference in shipping cost was twelve dollars for double the amount of product. There was over a $15 per roll difference in the final price.

The customer went through plenty of the shrink film and had the storage space so they decided to order 20 rolls instead of order what they originally wanted quoted.

Even greater quantity discounts can often be found with stretch film. Because stretch film costs less per case or roll, the shipping costs have a greater effect on the delivered price. This is especially true in orders under 20 cases or 20 machine rolls. A recent customer call for a 5 roll quote on 20″x80 ga.x5000 ft. machine stretch film rolls. Our single roll website price is $59.20. Below is the quote.

(5) 20″x80 ga.x5000 ft. machine stretch film rolls= $57 per roll + S & H $76= $361 or $72.20 per roll delivered

Once again, our sales rep. determined through the conversation that the customer uses enough film to order more if it will save enough money. Below is the following two quotes that were given.

(10) 20″x80 ga.x5000 ft. machine stretch film rolls= $56 per roll + S & H $85= $645 or $64.50 per roll delivered

(20) 20″x80 ga.x5000 ft. machine stretch film rolls= $54.5 per roll +S & H $93= $1183 or $59.15 per roll delivered

The difference of the original 5 roll quote to the 20 roll quote is over $13 per roll. That is a much higher percentage of discount than the polyolefin example above.

One more thing to consider is we pay freight on all full pallet stretch film orders. That equals very large savings when you factor in the per case discount as well.

For any shrink wrap order stretch film order over 5 cases or rolls, we offer quantity quotes. Call our sales department at 1-800-441-5090 to request a quote.

PVC Shrink Wrap, Polyolefin Shrink Wrap and Polyethylene Shrink Wrap

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Several months ago we wrote a series of posts discussing the different types of shrink wrap available. This is a new refresher post to specify and reiterate the different shrink wrap films available and the different characteristics each one has. Each shrink film has its own benefits and multiple uses. Below is a description of the shrink films we offer and the characteristics of each.

PVC Shrink Wrap- PVC shrink wrap is commonly used in a variety of industries for retail packaging. It is a more affordable shrink film than many other options available. Most companies use PVC shrink film for lighter weight retail packaging. PVC stands for Poly Vinyl Chloride. Due to the chloride in the film, PVC shrink film can not come into direct contact with consumable products. PVC shrink film is commonly sold in a 75 or 100 gauge thickness.

PVC shrink film is commonly very thin and pliable before heat is applied. Once heat is applied to the film, it become harder and more brittle. We recommend the use of PVC shrink wrap with a variety of products. Some products commonly wrapped with PVC shrink film include: CDs, DVDs, soaps, candles, boxes of chocolates, etc. There are products all around us that are wrapped with PVC shrink wrap because of the affordability and versatility it offers.

Polyolefin shrink Wrap- Until recently, PVC shrink film has been the chosen retail shrink film for many companies. Polyolefin is a newer type of shrink film that is now preferred over PVC. Polyolefin shrink wrap is more expensive, but performs exceptionally well when compared to PVC shrink film.

The ability to store polyolefin in a wide temperature range is one benefit it offers. PVC film has a tendency to degrade and lose form when exposed to wide temperature ranges. When stored in warmer temperatures PVC shrink film can crinkle and stick together. When stored in colder climates, PVC shrink film often becomes brittle and hard. Polyolefin film does not have any of those defects during storage. This benefit save companies the risk of material loss.

Another advantage of polyolefin shrink film is many types are FDA approved. Polyolefin is often used to wrap and come into direct contact with a variety of food products. It offers a strong and durable seal  Polyolefin shrink wrap works well with a variety of machines and sealers.

Polyethylene Shrink Wrap- Often used to wrap, protect, and unitize a variety of large objects. Polyethylene shrink wrap is used to winterize boats, unitize pallet loads, and wrap large boxes. Polyethylene shrink wrap is most commonly seen in grocery stores wrapped around cases of bottled water.

Polyethylene shrink wrap is normally thicker and offers more stretchability that other shrink films. For outdoor storage, some polyethylene films offer UV protection. We sell polyethylene pallet shrink bags and polyethylene shrink tubing. Our polyethylene shrink tubing is currently not offered online, but we do sell a wide variety of sizes and thicknesses starting at a 100 gauge.

If you have any questions about the products mentioned in the post, call use a 1-800-441-5090.