In a list of jobs that would be considered desirable today, manually stretch wrapping pallets would not likely be very high. The physical act of applying stretch wrap is a repetitive, monotonous task that can be taxing on the body. In short, it’s not a very appealing job, which is part of the reason why […]
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The ABC’s of Stabilizing Loads
Wrapping a pallet is the last step in securing your product for shipping, and proper technique at the stretch wrapper is crucial to making sure you don’t trip right at the finish line. That technique starts with understanding the load you’re wrapping. The industry breaks pallets down into three load categories: A, B, and C. […]
Cheers to a Great Week in Chicago!
Orion and Texwrap made a great showing as two of the ProMach Robotics and End-of-Line brands at PACK EXPO International last month. More than 44,000 attendees came out to see the 2,200+ exhibitors spread out over the 1.2 million net square feet at McCormick Place in Chicago. It was great to experience the crowds and […]
Building Materials Stretch Wrapping Equipment Selection
Building materials can present distinct distribution challenges. Whether you’re stretch wrapping concrete blocks, wood panels, flooring, or soft unstable products like bags of sand or cement, the weight and unique shapes and sizes associated with these products amplifies the importance of a properly stabilized load that ensures the retention of product quality and load safety. When […]
The A, B, & C’s of Pallet Load Profiles
Smooth, bumpy, or somewhere in between, the horizontal and vertical profile of a load is determined by the way a pallet is loaded. The loads profile in turn defines the load as an A, B, or C type load. The importance of establishing the load profile as A, B, or C helps in determining the […]