What type of plastic is used for shrink wrap?

 

 

The transparent cling wraps used for the packaging of the food products. The shrink wrap packaging is an efficient technology with the changes since decades. It is the practical packaging solution keeping the food fresh.

The process of packaging is with the heat sensitive shrink film with a heat source the film is shrinked and is fit tightly to the product making the food secure. The shrink wrap has a solution which protects the food products from the dirt, dust, humidity and environmental influences while in transit and in store. The wrapping adds the abundant value to the prized merchandise, protects during the transit and perfect till the end user.

 

As industries are consistently optimizing their operations through automation, there is a crucial need for efficient and agile packaging systems. This enables the manufacturers to increase their production and output without expanding the plant. 

 

Purpose of Shrink wrapping

The shrink wrap packaging has benefits which are beneficial from the producer till the customer and are as follow -

·         Unitizing canned goods and beverages – When primary packages are unitized in secondary packaging for bulk transport and storage, shrink wrapping serves as a truly functional model for an intact transport.

·         Pilferage proof packaging – When multiple packages, say cans, are unitized, and shrink wrapped, it isn’t easy to tamper with it.

·         Securing boxes – Frozen food, fruits, vegetables and other products packed in boxes are secured to safety until it reaches the end customers.

·         Brand promotional packaging – The shrink film is plain and transparent or is printed with brand info works as a promotional tool for the product. The food items are clearly visible as it is in the transparent wrap.

·         Cost effective – Carton packing can be conveniently and cost-effectively replaced for shrink wrapping depending on the goods, like beverages and eco-friendly cutlery/ crockery.

Shrink Wrap and the Food Industry

The shrink wrap packaging is a blessing to the food industry. The shrink wrap has helped the producer and the customer from wasting the food product.  The wrapping keeps the food content safe and secured. Specific packages are required for different forms of food right from fresh fruits & vegetables to frozen foods; from sachets of spices to tetra packs of coffee and tea powders; and containers of solid food ingredients to liquid ones.

Dry packs of food powders, flour packets, containers and tins of food ingredients like spices and packs of chilled products like paneer, butter, cheese, soft drinks, tetra-packed goods and the dry products are good for safe transit.

Due to the pandemic the demand for the small packets increased. The shrink wrap has helped to save the food for the further use and for the long term protected. The shrink wrap is not only used for the food but also for the other items as well for easy transits.

The shrink wrap technology has changed with the changing times.

The present alert of the environment has increased the use of the Eco friendly utensil use or the bowl and plates.

The wrapping is working towards the protection of all kind.

Shrink wrap films –

The shrink wrap film is the vital technology. The LDPE shrink film or the Low Density Polyethylene film is beneficial and are used for safe packaging.    

The LDPE shrink film has specific advantages and properties that suit the shrink wrapping requirements. LDPE shrink films have proven for higher packaging speeds, higher tear resistance, appropriate shrinkage properties and high holding force. Apart from functional performance, LDPE shrink film is also known for its glossy surface, transparency, and affably aesthetic visual appearance.

The other shrink film is Polyolefin is a flexible and excellent for the shelf storage. It is a FDA approved for food contact for the primary packaging. The Shrink film manufacturers claim the Polyolefin shrink film is the most favourable and has amiable properties in regard to the heat shrinking process.