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Types of Stretch Wrap

Aug 15, 2025


1. Hand Stretch Film

Hand stretch film is specifically designed to be applied manually and is therefore typically utilized in low-volume 

packaging operations.


2. Machine Stretch Film

Machine stretch film is film that is specifically designed to be applied with a stretch wrap machine and is typically 

utilized in high-volume packaging operations. Some common types of machine stretch film include:


Blown Stretch Film – is manufactured using a blown extrusion process. This process involves blowing heated resins 

into a bubble. The bubble is then transformed into sheets that are rolled and applied to a core tube.


Cast Stretch Film – is manufactured using the cast extrusion process. This process involves feeding heated resins 

through a line of cooled rollers which then solidifies the film.


Pre-Stretched Film – is film that has been pre-stretched during the manufacturing process.