Using Recycled Content Stretch Film in Your Packaging Operations

Recycled stretch wrap, an increasingly popular eco-friendly method of pallet wrapping, has caught the eye of many industries and procurement teams seeking to reduce the environmental impact of their operations. Here, we dissect the pros and cons of adopting recycled pallet stretch wrap, considering its environmental impact, industry applications, product specifications, and its overall benefits and limitations.

Environmental Benefits:  Made from 30% post-consumer recycled plastic material, recycled pallet wrap stands out as a beacon of sustainability in an industry often criticized for its waste and environmental impact. Being 100% recyclable further boosts its eco-friendly credentials, offering a circular economy model that significantly reduces landfill waste and promotes responsible disposal practices.

Pros of recycled pallet wrap:  Made of 30% post-consumer recycled plastic, this stretch wrap is holistically sustainable and environmentally friendly.

-Offers an innovative solution to pallet wrapping needs.

-Reduces reliance on virgin plastic and its associated environmental impacts.

-Supports a circular economy through ease of recyclability.

-Suitable for a wide range of packaging needs, from manual to automated operations.

Environmental Disadvantages:  As recycled pallet wrapping films are made from 30% post-consumer recycled plastic material, the quality of the plastics resins is not like that of stretch wrap made from pure virgin plastics.

Cons of recycled pallet wrap:  Lacks the high stretch yield potential of virgin plastic-based alternatives.

Limitations in its stretch capabilities make it not ideal for certain types of pallet wrapping machines with very high power pre stretch functions.

Industry Usage:  Offering both hand and machine rolls, it caters to manual operations as well as high-output automated pallet wrapping systems. The experiences of industries using recycled stretch wrap have been positive, especially those with strong commitments to their sustainability goals, fostering a sense of environmental responsibility within their supply chains. 

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