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Why Stretch Film Deserves More Credit Than It Gets
How much do you really value your palletised products?
Stretch film does far more than provide basic weather protection. A high-quality stretch film plays a critical role in safeguarding your products during transport, ensuring they arrive at their destination in perfect condition.
Throughout forklift handling, transport vibration, movement, unloading, and storage, stretch film is the final line of defence preventing load shift, product loss, and damage. The cost of replacing damaged stock can far exceed the cost of the stretch film used to secure it properly.
The Venhart range of stretch film is engineered to deliver superior performance where it matters most: high clarity for easy barcode scanning and product visibility, excellent puncture resistance to minimise spillage, and outstanding load containment for both storage and transport.
In the race to achieve the lowest roll price, inferior films have flooded the market. While these products may appear cost-effective upfront, they often expose valuable cargo to risk and ultimately cost more over time.
A thinner film may look cheaper, but are you using more of it to achieve the same level of load security? Are you increasing the number of metres used per pallet just to maintain adequate load retention?
What to Look for When Choosing a Stretch Film
Clarity
• Does the clear film allow reliable barcode scanning and easy product identification?
• Does black film remain opaque under stretch, or does it “window” and lose coverage?
Elastic Memory
• Does the film maintain consistent pressure on the load, or does it relax and loosen over time?
Containment Force
• Does the pallet hold its shape during transport, or is the load shifting?
Puncture Resistance (Under Stretch)
• Can the film be stretched to its working limits without tearing?
• Does it resist tearing on irregular or sharp-edged loads?
Choosing the right stretch film isn’t just about price, it’s about protecting your product, reducing waste, and ensuring reliable performance every step of the way.
