How to Wrap a Pallet

The following instructions outline the correct way to use Pre-programmed Stretch Film. By following these instructions, it will not only significantly reduce any danger of injury or risks involved in wrapping pallets, but will also maximise the benefits of the film.

General Instructions

• The following instructions outline the correct way to use Blown or Cast Stretch Film. By following these instructions, it will not only significantly reduce any danger of injury or risks involved in wrapping pallets and ensure goods leaving your establishment will be sent in a safe and secure manner.
• Ensure that the pallet to be used is ‘fit for purpose’ prior to any product being loaded on to it.
• Always ensure that the area around the pallet to be wrapped is clear of any obstacles to avoid risk of tripping over.
• Always walk forward when going around a pallet to ensure you are aware of any potential dangers.
• To avoid dizziness when wrapping a pallet, always look straight ahead and do not look at the pallet itself.
• Before starting to wrap the pallet, ensure that the goods are stable and will not fall as you wrap the pallet itself.
• Wherever possible ensure heavy goods are loaded at the bottom of the pallet.

Specific Instructions to Wrap a Pallet

• Always place the outside of the film to the surface of the pallet. This ensures pallets do not stick together when loaded onto a truck.
• Always tie the pre-programmed stretch film to the base corner of a pallet. This ensures an effective hold when you start to wrap the goods.
• The film does not need to be stretched like conventional Blown or Cast film. It should simply be held taut whilst wrapping the goods and ‘tugged’ at each corner to activate the films memory.
• To avoid goods sliding off the pallet when in transit, you must ensure that the film covers the base of the pallet and also the bottom layer of the load to be wrapped.
• Again to ensure stability of the load, the bottom of the pallet must be wrapped twice to secure the load.
• When wrapping the goods, the film should be overlapped by 50% to ensure that the goods are held securely at all levels.
• For additional strength the film can be used horizontally to create a ‘strapping’ effect. Please note however that this procedure can crush or damage boxes.
• The top of the load should be wrapped twice, again to ensure stability of the load.
• Check the pallet load is wrapped securely prior to despatch.