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When to Switch from Hand Wrapping to Machine Wrapping

When to make the switch

Do you feel that you are spending more on stretch film and labour than you should be? Our automated form below can help you uncover how much you could save by switching to machine film. In just a few quick steps, you’ll see whether your operation has reached the tipping point where automation makes financial and operational sense.

Note: These figures are based on optimal hand wrapping conditions. In real operations, film waste is often higher due to inconsistent tension, overlapping, and operator variability, meaning your actual savings from switching to machine wrap could be even greater.

Hand Wrap to Machine Wrap Calculator

Answer a few quick questions about your current hand-wrap process. We’ll estimate weekly savings, payback period, and a general recommendation. You can save a PDF of your results.

Current Hand-Wrap Profile

Walking time + wrapping time
Enter your average roll price (e.g., $22–$28)
How many pallets do you typically get from one roll?
Leave blank to use $14,000

Benefits of machine film

Reduced
Film Usage

Pre-stretch up to 300% allows you to use less material per load without sacrificing performance.

Consistent Load Containment

Delivers uniform tension and wrap patterns to prevent load shifting and product damage.

Lower
Labour Costs

Reduces manual wrapping time and operator involvement, freeing staff for other tasks.

Improved
Operator Safety

Reduce operators’ strain and injuries by removing the need to walk around pallets.

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