Confirm the pack format
Decide whether you need a full presentation wrap, trayless multipack, sleeve wrap, tamper-evident sleeve or simple protective transit wrap.
Shrinkwrapping machine buying guide
Use this checklist before specifying an L-sealer, sleeve wrapper, chamber sealer or shrink tunnel.
Measure product and bundle sizes
Machine aperture, sealing jaw size, tunnel width and conveyor transfers all depend on the largest pack dimensions.
Set realistic output
Quote packs per minute, shift pattern and expected peaks. This determines whether semi-automatic or automatic equipment is suitable.
Match the film to the application
POF is often used for presentation packs; PE is common for sleeve wrapped multipacks and transit packs. Final selection depends on pack weight and finish.
Plan integration
Consider infeed spacing, conveyors, coding, inspection, outfeed accumulation, guarding and operator access before placing the machine.