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We understand the critical role that strapping machines play in ensuring the safety and efficiency of your packaging operations. When your arch machine requires repair or upgrades, you need a reliable partner who can quickly restore them to optimal working conditions. Our service portfolio includes repairs, maintenance, and upgrades of strapping machines and other tools and spare part sourcing. In-House Repair: We offer in-house services at our Tampa, Florida warehouse. Our team repairs and maintains all makes and models of packaging equipment, including products strapping machines from Oval, Transpak, Titan, PAC, Polychem, Signode, Samuel and many others. If you have a strapping machine that needs repairs, upgrades, PM or a service to make sure everything is in perfect running order.   Benefits of working with Quick Pak Service: -Service and repair of most major strapping brands. -Fast and efficient turnaround times, minimizing downtime. -Highly skilled and experien...

Look at the beautiful green banding film which is used for color coding. This dark green reminds us of the green fields of the West of Ireland. Product code: GRN03 3" x 80ga x 1000' Green Cast Banding Film 18 rolls per case 60 cases per pallet. In stock and ready to ship.

  Let’s look at some of the most asked questions regarding FIBC bulk bags? Do They Have Any Other Names? It might surprise you to know that these industrially used bags have quite a few different names. You probably already know bulk bags are referred to as FIBC bags but some of their other names include: jumbo bag, super sack, big bag or even just a ton bag. Can They be Reused? One of the many advantages of using a super sack is that many of the bags can be reused which drastically reduces your industrial waste as well as helping to support various environmental efforts. How Do You Empty FIBC Bags? Whilst this one depends on the application, the most effective way to do this is to release the contents of the bag from the spout at the bottom. After you have finished using the bag, you will want to clean the inside so they can be reused as previously mentioned. What is the Best Way to Stack Them? The answer to this question has been the topic of much debate amongst those i...

Our durable corrugated paper rolls are designed to provide versatile, adaptable and effective transit protection for various fragile and valuable items during shipping. Corrugated rolls deliver a reliable and flexible solution for businesses looking to protect products of various sizes during transit. Designed for shock absorption and ease of use, corrugated paper rolls can easily be manually cut to size and wrapped around a product. Whether you're packaging irregular items or need a versatile wrapping solution, corrugated rolls help ensure your products remain protected throughout the supply chain. Product Protection: Protect products from damage during transit with cushioning designed for shock absorption. Flexibility: Accommodate various product sizes or irregular items. Reduce Waste: Reduce material waste by cutting the roll to exact dimensions needed. -Reduce transit damage as soft inner liners provide cushion to improve shock absorption. -Minimize material waste by cutting th...

  A stretch film or stretch wrap dispenser is most often referring to a hand-held tool used to dispense stretch film. The advantage most dispensers offer is the ability to control the film tension during the application process. Most dispensers offer a brake that allows users to adjust film tension. Our stretch film dispensers help to apply tension during the stretch film application as well as make the application process easier and quicker. Our two handed stretch film dispenser and our NWD stretch film dispenser are made to fit a standard 3" core stretch film roll. They also both include a brake system to help adjust tension when applying the stretch film. The litewrapper stretch film dispenser is a unique dispenser made to be lightweight and offers easy film application. The dispenser itself only weighs approximately 3 pounds! It is designed to be used with a pre stretched roll of stretch film. This pre-stretched film along with a lite weight wrapper makes apply easy and...

  Operating in this type of environment with the dust and dirt coating everything, it is very important to stay on top of service and keeping the machine on a regular preventative maintenance program.     The unique design of the PRRA Rotary Ring style wrapper provides revolutionary film saving compared to rotary table or arm designs. The PRRA can do so by starting at the bottom of a load and finishing at the top without having to return down to the clamp fixed at the conveyor. This means that you can save an extra 30+ feet of stretch film while still applying the same required load retention wraps. The Rotary Ring rotates only the carriage itself. The result is a much faster “low mass rotation system” that because of the limited stress and strain on the working component is much better suited for 24hr/7 days a week application. The result is thousands of dollars in annual savings in both film and labor compared to all conventional wrappers. Call Quick Pak Inc for ...

  The biggest reason to use colored pallet stretch wrap is to color code your product loads. By adding color tinted pallet wrap to your inventory, you can label each individual pallet in a way that is fast and easy to identify. When workers can determine crucial information about a pallet load just by glancing at it, you can move products through your facility with greater speed and accuracy. Color coding brings a new level of organization to your workflow so that you can speed up processes, optimize inventory management, and minimize misplaced orders and other mistakes. Colored pallet wrap allows you to color code different product loads. This ability is extremely useful for facilities that handle a wide range of product types every day. You can also keep track of priority products or time- or temperature-sensitive loads by color coding them. For example, if a grocery distributor wraps all their frozen loads in blue, then stores will know to unload blue pallets into the freeze...

The strength of your end-of-line packaging equipment is directly related to the strength of your business.  The right machinery can make all the difference for quality control, flexibility and efficiency. So, what happens when your equipment starts to wear down, or industry demands shift? That’s when you might have to choose: will you pursue retrofitting, rebuilding, or are you willing to dish out the money for brand new equipment? A retrofit involves adding new technology or features to your existing machine. Packaging system retrofitting can improve equipment performance, extend its lifespan, or adapt it to new production requirements. Unlike a rebuild or purchasing new, retrofit equipment focuses on upgrading specific components or systems within the existing machinery. A rebuild involves disassembling your existing equipment, replacing worn-out or outdated components with new parts, and then reassembling the equipment to restore it to a like-new condition. This process is...

Secondary packaging is an essential part of the distribution and shipment process for all different types of products and industries. There are a few different ways in which most warehouses wrap their pallets to prepare them for shipment. Some smaller manufacturers still hand wrap their pallets, which can be costly due to poor containment which typically results in product damage. Others use either semi-automatic stretch wrapping machines or fully automatic stretch wrapping machines. Semi-automatic stretch wrapping machines may require some human intervention to attach film to the load. While semi-automatic stretch wrapping machines are nearly fully automated, they may require some human intervention to attach film to the load. An operator would be required to run these types of stretch wrapping machines properly and safely. Semi-automatic stretch wrapping machines need an operator to push a start button on the machine or cut the film at the end of a wrapping cycle. It is an ideal c...

  Today’s manufacturers and packagers realize the benefits to be gained from investing in fast, efficient automatic bagging machines for packaging their finished products. In addition to the obvious advantages that come with the ability to fill orders more quickly, auto bagging optimizes operations by ensuring accuracy and consistency. Automated systems quickly open bags for filling and provide consistent sealing, reducing labor, waste and errors. Selecting the right plastic bags for auto-fill machines requires a nuanced understanding of multiple factors. Kwik-Fill auto bags address each potential issue, delivering superior performance, cost-effectiveness, and options to suit every business’s workflow. Here’s how to select the Kwik-Fill auto bag that will work best for you: Product Type: The characteristics of the product to be packaged influence the optimal bagging material and options. Clingy powders empty more efficiently from bags with anti-static properties. Robust and de...

One of the most common ways to ship material is by palletizing it. However, depending on what you are shipping, you might need to do different things to make sure your shipment is properly stabilized and fully protected. Using good quality packaging materials helps shipments arrive safe and free of damage. There are many different products that we can use to stabilize and secure a load onto a pallet before it can be safely shipped.   First and foremost, you must identify a sturdy pallet. Some pallets are in better shape than others. Depending on your load, you may need to use a brand-new pallet, or you may be able to get away with using an old, recycled pallet. Used pallets are typically classified as Grade A, Grade B, or Grade C. Grade A: These pallets have nearly zero blemishes and have required no repairs.   Grade B: These pallets have typically had damaged boards in the past that have been replaced. They are still in fine condition to transport most loads. Grade ...

Revolution Stretch Wrappers are incredibly user-friendly but there will be times you will appreciate or need the assistance of a highly qualified technician to keep your lines running efficiently.  Always a great idea to have some preventative maintenance done, this keep the wrapper running and avoids unnecessary down time.  Quick Pak’s Equipment Repair Services ensures that every piece of your end-of-line packaging equipment operates at its best. We specialize in repairing all makes and models of packaging equipment, providing a full suite of services to cater to your unique needs. Few Tips to Keep your pallet wrapper running great. General Pallet Wrapper Maintenance: First thing’s first. Unplug the machine from the power outlet and clean out any debris around and under the pallet wrapping machine. Over time, pieces of stretch film, chips of wood from pallets, and trash will eventually find their way in and underneath the machine. Loose material and mechanical moving ...

  How to Use Desiccants: Moisture causes serious problems for many kinds of products, from pharmaceuticals to leather goods. A desiccant product such as silica gel can help. These handy packets adsorb extra moisture to keep things fresh and prevent damage during shipping and storage. What Is a Desiccant? Desiccants are materials that absorb or adsorb moisture from the air. Also known as drying agents, they are used to keep things dry in shipping or storage and prevent moisture damage. The most used desiccant material for shipping, packaging and product protection is silica gel. Silica gel works by adsorption, meaning water molecules in the air are attracted to the surface of the material. Silica gel beads contain many microscopic pores that increase the surface area for attraction and hold onto the water molecules. What Are Desiccants Used For? A silica gel desiccant is used to reduce the humidity level in a closed environment and protect products from moisture damage. They ca...

There are a wide variety of utility knives, safety cutters, slice knives and other cutting products available. How do you know which cutting tool is right for your application? We’ll help you learn the difference between utility knives and  box cutters and pick the right tool for the job. Utility knives are versatile and handy tools for the home, garage, shop, construction site, warehouse or packaging line. Also called razor blades or box cutters, these multipurpose knives have endless uses, from opening cartons to trimming carpets. What Is a Utility Knife? A utility knife (box cutter) is a type of blade used to perform utilitarian work. While utility knives were originally small fixed-blade knives for everyday use, most people now think of a utility knife as a small knife with a retractable or foldable blade. Modern utility knives typically use disposable razor blades that can be easily replaced when they get dull. This type of knife is sometimes called a Stanley knife after t...

Shrink wrapping can quickly turn into an expensive endeavor. From using a heat gun on shrink wrap to fully automatic setups, the price skyrockets. When you’re looking to start shrink wrapping for your small business, where do you even start? On your journey to shrink wrapping, you might discover that it requires more equipment than you realize. All shrink wrapping requires a proper film, a bag maker (usually an L-Bar sealer), and a heat source. Even with a heat gun and the right film, you still need equipment to make your bags. While it is possible to manually perform every step in the shrink-wrapping process, it can take minutes to package a single product. Your business might be able to get by, but your valuable time is better spent helping your business grow and not making packages. Introducing HSE 30 & 50: Our chamber shrink wrap models are an l-bar sealer plus heat tunnel all in one! These machines are designed to be intuitive and friendly for anyone beginning shrink wrap...

Polyethylene Air-Flow Stretch Wrap with 3" ID core for hand application.  AirFlow is a premium stretch film that guarantees supreme comfort to any uniform load. For ventilation, this stretch wrap has die cut holes and has become a production leader in the agricultural, industrial, and manufacturing industries. Air Flow Stretch Wrap permits condensation from leaving the pallet, as a result protecting your goods. -Die cut holes allow products to cool faster and evenly which reduces cooling costs. -Unlike any other stretch film, Air Flow Stretch Wrap does not have a freeze breaking point. -Elasticity up to 70%. Airflow Vented Pallet Wrap Ideal for Many Applications: Regular stretch film blocks air from circulating around your product which can create a heat or moisture barrier. Airflow vented stretch film accelerates freezing, cooling, off-gassing, heat, and moisture dissipation making it ideal for many applications. If you need to vent the product on pallets – call us...