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Wrap Sequence

When a pallet is being prepared for dispatch, the wrap sequence determines whether the load arrives intact or shifts in transit.

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Last updated: 18 June 2026Published: 19 June 2025

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When a pallet is being prepared for dispatch, the wrap sequence determines whether the load arrives intact or shifts in transit. It specifies the exact order and pattern of stretch film application: starting position, film height, number of revolutions, overlap percentage, and any final cross-wrap pass. Warehouse managers and logistics providers calibrate the sequence to the cargo type, stack height, and planned storage duration—irregular or heavy loads demand tighter overlaps and additional passes compared to uniform standard pallets. Most modern stretch wrapping machines store multiple sequence profiles that operators can call up automatically per shipment type.

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