Produce arriving fresh from the field to the consumer is vital for your operation and profit. This blog will walk you through how to pick the Perfect Agricultural Pallet Wrap: Simple Tips.
Using a ventilated pallet wrap on your pallets can ensure produce quality and pallet stability to maximize profits when storing and transporting perishable goods.
This blog will guide you through the key factors to consider when picking a suitable ventilated pallet wrap.
Elastic pallet netting is a great choice for wrapping either by hand or with machines. Elasticity supplies the tight grip on the load and elongation makes sure each roll yields more wraps. Tama’s X-SPAN technology ensures the wrap keeps its width when stretched.
Examples of ventilated pallet wrap include Tama’s FlexNet Pro and ElastiNet Pro.
Ventilated stretch film: Tama NetFilm is an all-around ventilated pallet wrap designed to allow air to permeate through layers to keep your goods fresh. Tama NetFilm keeps everything in place at a high holding strength to weight ratio. It fits most wrapping machines and uses less plastic to reduce plastic waste as it is fully recyclable.
Also consider Tama InnoVent an ultra-ventilated pallet wrap.
When choosing the right ventilated pallet wrap, consider your crop’s storing and handling needs. Also think of condensation prevention and ventilation requirements.
Good airflow is vital for certain fruits, vegetables, flowers or plants. Choose a ventilated pallet wrap if your produce needs to freely respirate. It can also prevent moisture accumulation and spoilage.
Tama’s Innovent® is a highly ventilated pallet wrap, 100% recyclable, food safe and has the biggest openings to allow excellent air flow through the produce.
Tama’s NetFilm, the highest-ventilated stretch film could be the pallet wrapping film you need for industrial use. It is recommended for canned goods or products that require fast cooling when refrigerated or for fast freezing, such as meat or dairy products. It ensures a sturdy, stable pallet whilst maintaining the highest level of ventilation.
When choosing a pallet wrap consider how efficiently it wraps and whether it’s cost-effective.
Wrapping methods: Do you use a wrapping machine or wrap manually? All Tama pallet wraps is suitable for wrapping machines and hand-wrapping.
Stretch it further: Pallet wraps with high elongation like FlexNet® Pro that stretches a guaranteed 30% with denser netting structure, width-keeping, and higher holding force, need fewer rotations per pallet. This reduces the amount of pallet wrap needed.
Security: Keeping your load stable during transit is essential as customers might reject damaged pallets. A well-wrapped load usingTama ElastiNet X-SPAN may help in preventing theft.
Sustainability: Choosing recyclable plastic options is a responsibility all businesses should be considering for the good of the planet and our children. All Tama wraps contain recycled material and are 100% recyclable.
….the size and weight of your pallets will determine the properties of the pallet wrap you need. Also, you may wish to choose your pallet wrap based on ease of opening and for use in mixed trucks or containers.
Ask a Tama representative to help guide you to source the most suitable pallet wrap option for you. Get in touch.