PE shrink film applications

PE shrink wrapping machine

PE shrink wrapping is often considered for stronger transit packs, trays and multipacks. The machinery route may be different from a presentation L sealer line and can involve sleeve sealing with a heat tunnel.

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PE shrink wrapping machine for multipacks — PE shrink wrapping machine guidance from Lancing UK.

When PE is considered

PE film is commonly reviewed where pack strength is more important than a fully enclosed presentation wrap, such as trays, bottles, cans and grouped cartons.

Good for heavier grouped packs
Often suited to sleeve sealer lines
Review pack weight and stability
Tunnel aperture and conveyor strength matter

Sleeve sealer route

Many PE applications use sleeve sealers rather than L sealers because the film sleeve can hold grouped products before the tunnel shrinks the pack.

Specification checks

Pack weight, tray support, bundle pattern, film thickness, tunnel aperture and conveyor strength are critical to review before quoting.

Specification information to send

Product	Send length, width, height, weight, photos and the largest and smallest pack sizes.
Film and finish	Confirm whether the priority is retail presentation, transit strength, tamper evidence or product protection.
Output	Confirm target packs per minute, daily volume, loading method and whether the product arrives from another machine.
Site	Confirm floor space, power, compressed air, conveyor height, access and any upstream or downstream equipment.

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