Drinks
Bottle and can multipacks
Automatic or semi-automatic sleeve sealing routes for collated bottles, cans and jars.
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Multipack shrink wrapping machines
Multipack shrink wrapping machinery is commonly used for bottles, cans, trays and cartons that need strong collation for handling and transport.
UK specification advice
Sleeve sealing for bundles and collations
Multipacks often use sleeve wrapping because the sides of the pack can remain open while the film holds the products together after heat shrinking.
The machine route should be matched to pack stability, number of products in the collation, tray use, film thickness and the strength required after shrinking.
A sleeve sealer and correctly sized heat tunnel can produce secure multipacks for drinks, cans, jars, cartons and transit bundles.
Machinery route
Multipack route options
The correct route depends on product shape, bundle pattern and whether the pack uses a tray.
Trays
Tray packs
Trays can improve stability before the pack enters the film and tunnel, especially for taller products.
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PE shrink film
PE film is often selected where pack strength and transit protection matter more than a fully enclosed retail seal.
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Multipack buying notes
Multipack shrink wrapping depends on both collation and shrink quality. If products move before sealing, the finished bundle will be inconsistent.
The tunnel must give enough heat exposure for the selected film without overheating labels, caps or sensitive products.
For higher output, product grouping and infeed control should be discussed alongside the sleeve sealer itself.
Common questions
Multipack shrink wrap FAQs
What film is used for multipack shrink wrapping?
PE shrink film is common for strong bundles, while other films may be used depending on presentation and product needs.
Can bottles be wrapped without a tray?
Some bottle packs can be trayless if the collation is stable and the film route is suited to the pack.
Do multipack machines always need a heat tunnel?
Yes, the film needs controlled heat after sealing to shrink tightly around the pack.
Can one machine handle different pack counts?
Many systems can be adjusted, but the practical range depends on product size, bundle pattern and film width.
Next step
Ask Lancing to recommend a shrink wrapping route
Send product dimensions, pack format, approximate output rate and film preference. Lancing can help compare chamber sealers, L-sealers, sleeve sealers, heat tunnels and complete shrink wrapping lines.