What is stretch film?

Stretch film is a type of highly stretchable plastic film wrapped around palletized goods to secure and stabilize loads during transportation and storage, and it is widely applied in logistics, warehousing, and distribution industries.

At Yuandian, we provide three hand stretch roll solutions designed to meet diverse operational needs: Stiff Ultra-Thin Non-Folded Hand Rolls, Stiff Ultra-Thin Folded Edge Hand Rolls, and Standard Hand Rolls. This guide will help you determine which film is ideal for your application.

 

 

 

 

 

1. Standard Hand Rolls

 

The Standard Hand Roll is a conventional stretch wrap. It is effective for both manual and dispenser-assisted application. Flexible to use, it remains a common choice across various industries.

 

Key Advantages:

• Higher stretch requirement – Needs more pulling to reach optimal containment force.
• More forgiving – Slightly thicker film can handle rougher treatment and is less sensitive to operator technique.
• Durable choice – Suitable for loads with sharp edges or in environments with higher risk of puncture.

 

 

Suitable For:
Operations where extreme durability is important than material savings, or where staff are experienced with handling thicker, conventional films.

 

 

 

2. Stiff Ultra-Thin Non-Folded Hand Rolls

 

Stiff: This refers to a key material property where the film is specially designed—often through multi-layer or nano-layer technology—to be exceptionally rigid and strong. Despite its reduced thickness, this enhanced stiffness allows it to deliver high containment force with the single stretch.

Stiff Ultra-Thin: Based on stiffness, the stiff ultra-thin film is to achieve an optimal balance of minimal thickness and high rigidity. This combination ensures strong load stability and reliable performance, even with significantly less material compared to standard films.

 

Key Advantages:

• Reduced stretch requirement – Achieves maximum containment force with just a single pull.
• Fast and easy to use – Operators don’t need to over-stretch the film to get a tight wrap.
• Cost savings – Ultra-thin design means more meters per same weight, which can reduce overall packaging cost.
• High rigidity – Maintains the same strong load security as standard film even with minimal thickness.

 

 

Suitable For:
Cost-conscious facilities with trained teams capable of careful handling to prevent edge damage.

 

 

 

3. Stiff Ultra-Thin Folded Edge Hand Rolls

 

Folded edge: An reinforced edge that prevents tearing from edge damage, ensuring the entire roll can be used to the last meter and maximizing your film investment.

Key Advantages:

• Same low stretch benefit – as non-folded ultra-thin hand rolls — one pull to maximum containment force.
• Edge Reinforcement – Double folded edges prevent the film from tearing at the sides, which is the pain point for ultra-thin films.
• Waste reduction – If the edge of a non-folded roll breaks, the entire roll is often wasted. With folded rolls, this problem is avoided.
• Operator-friendly – Ideal for busy warehouses or teams with mixed experience levels.

 

 

Suitable For:
Operations seeking material savings without sacrificing reliability, especially in settings where rolls are subject to rough handling or high usage.

 

4. Quick Comparison: Which Stretch Film Is Right for You?

• Stiff Ultra-Thin Non-Folded → Maximum cost savings, fast wrapping, need careful handling.
• Stiff Ultra-Thin Folded Edge → Same savings + edge protection, best for reducing roll wastage.
• Standard Hand Roll → Thicker and more forgiving, best for high-risk loads and less cost-sensitive operations.

 

5. Conclusion

Understanding the distinct advantages of Yuandian stretch wrap film allows you to align your selection with core operational goals—whether that’s saving costs, boosting wrapping speed, or maximizing load stability.

Want to Dig Deeper?
Explore our detailed comparison between folded edge and regular stretch films here:
Folded Edge Stretch Film vs. Regular Stretch Film: A Comprehensive Comparison