From Standard to Technical Stretch Film: Case in Animal Feed Trade
How an animal feed trading company improved pallet security and cost-efficiency by moving to technical stretch film
The company operates in the animal feed trading sector, handling large volumes of products on a daily basis, primarily through palletised shipments. Due to the high volume of loading operations, stretch film is an essential part of its supply chain.
The Need
Initially, the company was using standard 23μm stretch film, as is common practice in the industry.
However, the need for a more efficient solution soon became apparent.
Cost optimisation: Reduction in material consumption and fewer orders
Environmental compliance: Less plastic used per pallet and reduced warehouse waste
Increased productivity: Fewer roll changes, faster flow on the packaging line, and better use of time and staff
The Solution
A transition was proposed from conventional 23μm film to a 12μm technical film — a widely adopted and proven solution for customers seeking better performance with lower material consumption.
This solution offers:
Durability & high performance
Less plastic used per pallet
More metres per roll
Fewer roll changes
Reduction in waste & storage volume
Indicatively: one roll of technical film can wrap approximately 180 pallets, whereas standard film wraps around 100.
The Results
Reduction of approximately 1,000 stretch film rolls per year
Annual savings of over €11,000 solely from material costs
Significant reduction in plastic use and environmental footprint
