A poorly wrapped pallet shifts, leans and arrives damaged. Done right, stretch wrap locks a load tight for transport in under a minute. Here's how to wrap a pallet like a warehouse pro — with a 50-second video and the 4 steps written out.
How to wrap a pallet in 4 steps
- Tie the stretch wrap around the base of the pallet to anchor it.
- Wrap upward around the load, overlapping each layer by about half and keeping firm tension.
- At the top, run the wrap diagonally over the corners of the boxes to lock the top layer down.
- Work back down, then tear and pat the stretch wrap to finish.
Choosing the right stretch wrap
- Colour: clear or black — black hides the contents of the pallet for security.
- Gauge (thickness): roughly 17 µm for light loads up to 25 µm for heavier or sharp-edged loads (1 micron = 1/1000 mm).
- Hand vs machine: hand rolls suit most businesses; high-volume operations may prefer machine film and a dispenser.
FAQ
How many layers of stretch wrap do I need?
Two passes up and down with ~50% overlap suits most loads; add layers for heavy or top-heavy pallets.
What gauge stretch wrap should I use?
~17 µm for light loads, up to ~25 µm for heavy or sharp-edged loads.
Should I wrap the base of the pallet?
Yes — anchoring to the pallet base stops the load sliding off in transit.
Shop stretch wrap & dispensers
Browse stretch wrap and dispensers at QIS Packaging — delivered Australia-wide. Call 1800 555 343 or email info@qispackaging.com.au.
