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In today's competitive business landscape, finding ways to optimize costs and embrace sustainable practices is essential for long-term success. Amongst the areas where businesses can drive change, packaging holds a significant level of importance. Not only do efficient packaging strategies help save space, but also reduce costs and support environmental sustainability targets. We explore valuable packaging tips that can help businesses achieve these goals while improving their overall operations. Utilize right-size packaging solutions: One of the most effective ways to save space, reduce costs, and support eco-objectives is by utilizing right-size packaging. Often, businesses default to using standard-sized boxes or containers, leading to wasted space and the need for extra filler materials. By customizing your packaging products to fit the specific dimensions of your products, you can eliminate excessive voids and minimize the amount of additional cushioning materials requir...

When using stretch wrap to contain your products, there are a variety of mistakes that can arise.  Whether it be from human error or incorrect settings on machinery, pallet wrapping is not something you should not take lightly as one wrong move and the whole shipment could lose strength and stability. This would lead to product damage which could then lead to more cost as you try to replace it – something that no business wants to deal with.   We will be discussing the most common mistakes made when pallet wrapping and how you can avoid them to minimize the risks of any damage. 1. Using the wrong size and type of stretch wrap Using the wrong type of stretch film can not only result in wasted materials, but it can also cause safety issues, injury, costly repairs, breakdowns, and other unwanted occurrences. To avoid such mistakes, it is important to learn about the different types of stretch wrap available and the correct applications and machinery they should be used wit...

  Shippers should treat every item they send out with the care it needs, and the best possible version of that care. If they are fragile, use the right cushioning, materials, and packaging to prevent damage during transit.   When it comes to hazardous materials, though, you cannot afford to skimp on quality. If anything happens to them, the consequences can be disastrous and deadly. Hazardous labels are a crucial part of maintaining safety during shipping. Read on to learn more about deciphering them and using them correctly. What are Hazard Labels? Hazard labels serve a similar function for packages and vehicles containing hazardous materials. These bright, colorful, diamond-shaped tags are designed to communicate one important message: handle with extreme care and caution. The numbers and symbols provide further details on proper handling for those who understand them, namely shippers and truckers. They come in two forms. Some labels are meant to be stuck on boxes an...

  Pallet Stretch Film:   Machine Grade 20” x 80ga x 5000’ Cast Machine Film - $34.00/roll   20” x 63ga x 5000’ Cast Machine Film - $28.00/roll 70” x 63ga x 5000’ Cast Machine Film - $110/roll Acrylic Packaging Tape: Hand Tape 2" x 1.7mil x 110YD, 36 rolls per case, 105 cases per pallet - $27.00/case 3" x 1.7mil x 110YD, 24 rolls per case, 105 cases per pallet - $30.00/case Revolution Pallet Stretch Wrappers (ST & PS) Home of the FREE pallet stretch wrapper - its back!! Buy 5 pallets of HYBRiD 80 Plus Stretch film and get the machine free of charge.   Call 813 242 6995 or sales@quickpakinc.com for more details.

 Avoidable distribution hazards are impacting the products you ship. The best way to ship? Design a unit load for your product. A unit load combines multiple items into a single “unit” that can easily move through the distribution process. Packaging your product as a unit load requires organizing and restraining items to allow shipping as a single mass. Many of the hazards that loom in the shipping process can be avoided simply by using a correctly designed unit load. Here is our list of the most common unit load mistakes. Pallet to Product Size:   The footprint of your unit load should match the footprint of the pallet to avoid extra costs and unnecessary damage. If your product has excessive overhang, the product is at risk of damage because it is not fully supported. On the other side, if the product does not fill the footprint of the pallet, you are paying for more space than necessary. Pallet Strength/Stiffness: Economy-grade pallets save you money... or do they...

2 in Width x 36 yd Length - 15 mil Thick - Kraft Paper Liner Flexomount 411DL gray flexographic plate mounting tape comes in a 2 in width, 36 yd length, uses a rubber adhesive and is packaged 24 rolls per case. Can be used to a maximum temperature of +120 F. When purchasing this product, consider the thickness. The variances in thickness often make an important difference in proper performance. This flexographic plate mounting tape has a 15mil thickness. Products in this category feature a liner on the back which you peel away from to expose the adhesive material before applying to the substrate. The liner material for this product is composed of kraft paper. Maximum Operating Temperature: +120 °F Package Quantity: 24 rolls per case Case Quantity: 24 rolls per case Converting: Do you need this material cut to fit your application needs? No matter the size or shape of your project, Quick Pak Inc can cut to size. Call 813 242 6995 or sales@quickpakinc.com for cost and availa...

  The Quick Pak line of orbital type stretch wrapping machines are ideal for long loads that cannot be stretch wrapped on a conventional turntable or rotary tower type machine. Examples of products that are well suited for orbital wrapping pipe, plastic extrusions, carpet rolls, lumber, aluminum siding, and many other long products. Ring sizes from 15 inch to 90 inch are available to accommodate virtually all orbital wrapping applications. Product size and shape is crucial in the stretch wrapping process. When products are longer in length, unique stretch wrapping machinery is required. Quick Pak offers a line of orbital type stretch wrappers that accommodates long loads. Features on the Quick Pak Orbital wrappers include versatility in carriage configuration, ring size, and RPM. These systems can hold a maximum weight capacity of up to 4,000 pounds. With precision and security, products are efficiently wrapped. More information on Orbital wrapping applications, call us at 81...

Airflow vented stretch film has die-cut holes through the film, increasing airflow, preventing condensation, and allowing the temperature of the package to be more easily regulated. These properties make vented film ideal for cold and frozen products, including food, produce, and pharmaceutical products. Vented films can also be used in cases in which moisture may be present while wrapping and could potentially damage the load. For example, vented stretch film is often used for bundling firewood to allow moisture to escape and air to flow rather than collecting mold and potentially damaging the product. Airflow Vented film is available in hand film and machine film . It is applied easily just as any traditional stretch film. It also sticks only to itself, eliminating any worries about residue left on products after removal. Airflow Vented stretch film is also designed to be used with traditional wrapping machines, so there is no specialized equipment needed. These die-cut stretc...

Flooring protection paper rolls can be used for a wide range of applications. There is no right or wrong way to use these products, however, at Quick Pak, flooring protection paper is a staple in the surface protection industry. Flooring paper provides temporary surface protection for hard surfaces, including hardwood floors, laminate flooring, and carpet, during construction jobs, paint applications, and remodeling projects. It can be rolled out and taped down quickly to protect all types of flooring from foot traffic, scratches, dust, dirt, and spills. Where is flooring protection paper used? Although primarily used to protect floors, flooring paper can be used on other surfaces during construction projects for total job site protection. Surface protection paper is great for covering countertops, bathtubs, windows, and even stairs. No matter the surface type, flooring paper can provide construction floor protection. Not all flooring papers are created equal. Although similar, t...

  Make your strapping easy, simple, and painless! The HD Battery Tool EP-1355 is your solution to simple polyester and polypropylene strapping. No need to carry around seals, tensioners, and a sealer, the EP-1355 is all you need to get your job done. Encore's HD Battery Tool - Tension, seal, and cut! Size Options: 1/2" - 5/8" (up to 425 lbs of tension pressure). 5/8" - 3/4" (up to 925 lbs of tension pressure). Made for Polypropylene and Polyester. Manual and Automatic Settings. Usable with flat package loads Includes 2 batteries & 1 charger. Tool hanger sold separately. Both size units are in stock here and ready to ship.   More information available by calling 813 242 6995 or sales@quickpakinc.com

Single-wound polyethylene roll stock offers a wide range of industrial applications. It can be used for surface protection, flame or vapor retardants, flooring, or counter protection, and even to cover construction materials. Custom printing single-wound polyethylene roll stock can include a specific color, logo, design, or barcode, opening opportunities for advertising and another way to stand out from the competition. Poly sheeting can also be custom printed to have specific instructions or contact information on them, if appropriate. Our polyethylene roll stock can be customized to the exact thickness gauge and variation to suit the industry in which it will be used. Additives such as ultraviolet inhibitors (UVIs) or anti-static properties can provide added protection for single-wound sheeting that will be outdoors or that need to be stripped of their electromagnetic charge. Single-wound polyethylene roll stock is strong enough to handle heavy duty roofing or concrete projects...

Quick Pak’s Static Dissipative film contains an anti-static additive to prevent the accumulation of ion and electron charges. This reduces clinging, tearing, and dust build-up caused by static. Static charges can occur on any product but pose the most risk to extremely sensitive electronic components. Anti-static stretch film protects packages from damage caused by electrostatic discharge (ESD). This makes the film ideal for use in markets or environments which require an ESD Protected Area (EPA), or an area in which all objects within the area are kept at the same electric potential, meaning there is no presence of static. Anti-static film eliminates these packaging headaches. Anti-static film is most often used in industries and markets requiring storage and protection of sensitive electronics. Features Ideal for electronics, can be used in sensitive ESD protected areas, reduces cling, and prevents dust build-up. Antic Static stretch film sizes in stock that ships next day. ...

Using the 18” x 1500’ Litewrapper XT Litewrapper XT Dispenser one comes FREE with EVERY Pallet. Free Freight on this item - pallet quantity orders only. This is the only system where you can wrap a pallet by hand and make the finished pallet look like it came off a stretch wrapping machine.   Wrapped tight and all the way down onto the wood skid.   You can rope, x-wrap, crisscross over the top and sides of the pallet, all with only one hand. This Litewrapper XT is used with our CORED Litewrapper film. Benefits of the LitewrapperXT - A patented system to wrap pallets by hand - Walking forward, NO bending, NO back pain - NO burning hands from wrapping - Stronger & constant wrap - Film is activated by the dispenser - Less film, less time - Wrap a pallet in less than one minute - Less walking for a tight wrapped pallet - No "neck down" better use of the film - Case packed - More pallets wrapped per roll - Environment friendly. See and buy i...

Equipment Service: Our technical services group of factory-trained technicians is prepared to offer the highest level of support in the industry, including new installations, providing, and installing replacement parts, training, and preventive maintenance. We pride ourselves on our level of service and will respond quickly and professionally. Contact us for more information about our service programs and to learn if same-day service is available in your area: 813 242 6995 or sales@quickpakinc.com Replacement Parts: Looking for a replacement part for your packaging equipment? Quick Pak Inc is your source for replacement parts for all manner of packaging equipment, as well as installation, service, and repair. Our technicians are happy to assist with sourcing and pricing the parts you need as well as quoting for professional installation. Call us at 813 242 6995 for more information about replacement parts and installation options in your area.

  AmTopp Coreless Pallet Lock Pre-stretch CLS Series hand film could help eliminate 44,800,000 pounds from the waste stream per year. Features & Benefits: 100% of cost is used - No paper cores means no added cost to waste disposal and carbon footprint. New recycled reusable patented dispenser inserts are provided at no cost. Reduced cost per load since the film is pre-stretch for superior holding force which requires less film per load. Light weight rolls for increased operator productivity and reduced labor intensity. Bulk pack package design eliminates all corrugated material. Reduced roll weight and ergonomic engineering for operator safety reduces stress, fatigue, and injury. Sustainability Through Technology. Converting the whole industry will eliminate 44,800,000 pounds of paper waste per year. Stop cores from entering our waste stream. Save about 4,000 acres of forest land annually (about 380,000 trees!). Eliminate 5,400 pounds of paper cores per ...

Going Green with Coreless Stretch Wrap  HYBRiD Plus 3 Coreless hand film increases wrapping productivity, reduces waste, enhances employee safety, and lowers total pallet wrapping costs. HYBRiD Plus 3 Coreless film Necks Down Less, thus significantly decreasing the number of revolutions to wrap a pallet, and HYBRiD Plus 3 Coreless continues to contract around the load even after you have finished wrapping. Through the HYBRiD Plus 3 coreless manufacturing process, we reinforce the edges of the film so that, the roll completely unwinds, No more throwing away unusable rolls. HYBRiD Plus 3 coreless is light weight and easy to use, plus, the most important part HYBRiD Plus 3 Coreless saves money, because you just use less film! The main advantages of the HYBRiD Plus3 innovation to the end user can be summarized as: Reduced weight of the product when hand wrapping. Reduced weight and volume of the product for shipping. Reduced environmental costs due to removal of cores. Reduced storage ...

Revolution Fork Truck Wheel Stop is designed for the Revolution line of pallet stretch wrappers.  This wheel stop will protect the stretch wrapper getting hit by the forklift every time a pallet is loaded and unloaded from the turntable.   Improve plant safety and efficiency with Revolution Fork Truck Wheel Stop by reducing the costs associated with employee injury, machinery down time, insurance claims, and building repairs due to accidental collisions with the Revolution Pallet Stretch Wrapper or any other packaging equipment.  The Revolution Fork Truck Wheel Stop installs in minutes with ordinary hand tools and concrete drill. Safety fork truck wheel Stop system protect personnel, machinery, Conveyors and building structures. Specifications: 41” Wide -  High Top Angle Heavy Duty Steel Pre-Drilled with 4 Mounting Holes Powder Coated Safety Yellow Made in Florida, USA Custom colors available – charges will ap ply. *Will work with all Brand of stretch wrappers

All our pallet covers are made to protect products and shipments from exterior elements such as dust and moisture. Pallet covers can help prevent scattered loads and reduce damaged shipments. Black pallet covers are ideal for concealment while protecting shipments. Clear pallet covers are great to help protect shipments from moisture, dust, and exterior elements. We offer multiple sizes to fit most pallets. All our covers come on a perforated roll. Made from virgin Low-Density Polyethylene and Linear Low-Density Polyethylene for maximum quality. Most rolls range from 30 to 150 covers per roll. All covers come with gusseted sides to allow an easy and conforming fit over most pallet loads. Pallet covers are also often used as Gaylord liners for a variety of products. The 1.5 mil clear pallet covers are lightweight pallet covers . They are ideal for pallet loads that do not have sharp edges and will not be a serious tear risk. The 2 mil covers are considered a medium-weight cover. A c...

Quick Pak Inc introduces the EP1250 PET Strapping. Premium Unidirectional Front Action Sealer - offset  For Serrated Seals and Polyester Strapping  17" Heavy Duty Steel Handles  Strap widths Size Specific - 1/2", 5/8" and 3/4"  Up to 1400 Lbs break strength  Blue is for the Long Jaw Side and the Orange is the Short Jaw Side Three Size Tools Available: EP-1250-12, EP-1250-58, EPP-1250-34 Made in the USA. More information: www.quickpakinc.com

The term “wide web” refers to pallet stretch film wider than 30 inches. Many companies choose to use wide web stretch wrap for a variety of reasons. Some are wrapping large objects that require a wider than thirty-inch stretch film.  Wide web stretch film enables users to wrap tall pallets and carts with less revolutions and time. This helps to save on both energy costs and film costs. There are still a lot of the older stretch wrappers out on the market that were made specifically to use 40, 50-, 60-, 70- and 80-inch-wide stretch film.   Special applications where the wide web stretch film is used to wrap products horizontally and specific dispensers are made for these applications.    All our wide web stretch film rolls are in stock and can ship next day. Below is a list of the different wide web stretch rolls we offer from stock and how many rolls per skid. 40″ Stretch Roll               ...

Here is the Revolution PS Power Pre-stretch Pallet Wrapping Machine with extended mast to wrap pallets up to 133 inches in height.    Quick Pak Inc have this Revolution Wrapper in stock and ready to ship.   More information is available:   www.quickpakinc.com     PH: 813 242 6995 or email: sales@quickpakinc.com  

  The term ‘If it’s not broken, don’t fix it’ still applies to many industries. However, with preventative maintenance that phrase becomes “If it’s not broken, keep it that way.” With packaging equipment, there are many common problems that can arise. Therefore, it’s important to establish a proper preventative maintenance program. The purpose of a preventative maintenance program is to provide long term maintenance and quality care to avoid any unplanned problems that might arise. Simple preventive maintenance not only extends the life of your packaging equipment, but it also keeps money in your pocket for the days ahead. Companies that don’t participate in a preventative maintenance program are essentially waiting for a problem to happen, and this is often a very costly move. A case study performed by The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies shows that PM generates a solid rate of return in terms of risk mitigation and asset protection. In other words, an inv...

  Quick Pak’s insulated pouches are lightweight thermal mailers designed for shipping flat or small-sized temperature-sensitive goods. The thermal pouches can be quickly filled with your temperature-sensitive goods and sealed with a secure adhesive strip in a matter of seconds. Our insulated pouches provide the easiest method of shipping your small-sized items. Made of recyclable #7 material, these insulated bubble mailers are made using a combination of an internal bubble layer and a reflective outer layer which work together to provide reliable temperature control. In the event the size of your payload exceeds the capacity of our thermal envelopes, our insulated box liners fill the need to ship “smaller than a pallet but bigger than an envelope” shipments with a guarantee that the temperature of the products being shipped remain largely unchanged throughout the cold-chain distribution system. Protection for over 24 hours = The thermal envelopes provide effective tempera...