STRETCH WRAP OPTIONS
Find the Right Stretch Film for Your Load Type
Serving businesses across Chicago and the surrounding Chicagoland area, Get Chicago Packaging stocks a full range of Stretch Wrap Films engineered for every load type and wrapping method. From cast and engineered films that deliver high clarity and cost savings to pre-stretched and blown films built for maximum strength and tear resistance, our selection ensures stable, secure loads and efficient wrapping. We also carry color films for product identification and banding wraps for smaller bundles—all available with Chicagoland pickup and fast delivery.
Stretch Wrap Types
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Cast Stretch Film — Ideal for A and B loads. Delivers high clarity, quiet unwind, and easy stretch for fast, consistent wrapping. The go-to choice for standard warehouse applications and general palletizing.
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Engineered Stretch Film — Perfect for A and B loads requiring maximum yield and lower cost per roll. Its advanced 9-layer design delivers strong load containment with less material for better overall efficiency.
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Pre-Stretch Film — Best suited for A loads. Pre-stretched during production to reduce operator fatigue, minimize film waste, and lower cost per roll while maintaining tight, even load containment.
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Blown Stretch Film — Preferred for C loads and irregular pallets. Offers superior tear resistance and cling, making it ideal for loads with sharp edges, uneven shapes, or heavy-duty shipping environments.
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Colored Stretch Film — Excellent for pallet identification, product segregation, or branding. Available in multiple colors for fast visual recognition, load coding, or tamper-resistant concealment.
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Banding & Extended Core Film — Designed for bundling smaller items, tubes, or irregular shapes. Extended-core rolls eliminate the need for a dispenser and simplify quick, one-handed wrapping on the go.
Frequently Asked Questions about Stretch Wrap
Q: What are the best uses for Stretch Wrap?
A: Stretch wrap is best used to secure and protect palletized goods during shipping, moving, or storage. It stabilizes loads, prevents shifting, and shields products from dust, dirt, and moisture.
Q: What’s the difference between hand and machine stretch wrap?
A: Hand stretch wrap is applied manually with a dispenser—ideal for smaller operations or irregular loads.
Machine stretch wrap is applied using automated equipment for faster, consistent wrapping.
Q: What’s the difference between stretch wrap and shrink wrap?
A: Stretch wrap clings to itself as it’s stretched around items—no heat needed. Shrink wrap, by contrast, requires heat to shrink tightly around a product.
Q: How do I choose the right stretch wrap for my needs?
A: Consider your load type and wrapping method. Use hand wrap for manual applications, machine wrap for automated lines, and match the gauge to the load’s weight and shape.
Q: Does Get Chicago Packaging offer local delivery or pickup?
A: Yes! We offer same-day pickup for Chicagoland customers and fast local delivery across the region. Call or order online to find the best stretch wrap for your operation.