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WHAT IS PRESTRETCH? Prestretch is the process that allows stretch film to be stretched before (pre) being applied to a load. The film threads past two rollers (Primary and Secondary) in which the second rollers' rotational speed is faster than the first, thus stretching the stretch film between the two. In this video we are showing the power prestretch system that comes on the Revolution HDHS Power Prestretch Pallet Wrapping Machine. Contact us here for more information: Quick Pak Inc PH: 813 242 6995 sales@quickpakinc.com www.quickpakinc.com

Falling behind on Preventative Maintenance:  When you’re constantly adapting to new circumstances, everyday maintenance tends to fall by the wayside. But that’s precisely when it is needed most! Failure to regularly clean, lube and exchange worn parts can escalate a minor breakdown to a total catastrophe. Consider boosting your PM plan with performance monitoring technology. By combining line counter data with hands-on technician experience, you’ll get the clearest insight to predict wear and tear issues. Overspending on Packaging Supplies: Disposables like stretch film, tape, corrugated and Void fill are called such because they are intended to be used once and thrown away. When you spend more than you need on single-use materials, you are essentially just throwing your money away! This happens when case tapers require more than one pass, when stretch film is so thin that it requires additional wraps, or when your cases are thicker than necessary for your application. Getting th...