Containment force is the force with which the pallet wrap holds the load to the pallet and minimises any movement of the load. Typically, the heavier the load, the greater the containment force required.
It is important to remember, however, that containment force applies pressure to the load and pulls it together and a force that is too high could damage the load.
Care and common sense should thus be applied when selecting the appropriate containment force. The table below sets out generally accepted industry standards for the containment force required for different pallet loads.
| Load | Load Examples | Load Weight | Containment Force |
|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light | Paper towels, empty containers | <225kgs | 0.9kgs to 2.7kgs |
| Mid-Weight Stable Loads | Cartons | 225kgs to 500kgs | 2.7kgs to 3.6kgs |
| Heavy, Unstable Loads | Tall, narrow cartons, unstable beverages | 500kgs to 770kgs | 3.6kgs to 7.7kgs |
| Very Heavy, Unstable Loads | Bottles of liquid | 770kgs to 1,000kgs | 6.8kgs to 10kgs |
If you would like to test your containment force or discuss selecting the appropriate wrap and containment force for your business requirements, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to help!
- Email: sales@stretchwrap.co.nz
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