800 vs 850PS: Comparing Semi-Automatic Stretch Wrap Machines

The user-friendly control panel will enable your workers to wrap an average of 100 max loads per day.

An automatic or manual cycle provides for the creation of 18 customizable wrap programs that users can save for future use. The recordable program feature allows for up to 99 pre-programmed steps in a single cycle, thereby making it highly customizable for any pallet wrap situation.

Model 800

Model 850 PS

Specs & Performance

Both machines share the same specifications and similar performance:

Model #	800	850PS
Load Capacity	4400lbs	4400lbs
Max Average Loads Per Day	100	100
Machine Dimensions	93”x 59”x 88”	93”x 59”x 88”
Max Wrap Height	86”	86”
Extended Mast Wrap Height	98”	98”
# Of Cycle Parameters	6	6
# Of User Saved Cycle Programs	9 regular & 9 recordable
Photo Eye	Yes	Yes
Electronic Film Tension Control	Yes	Yes
Custom Top & Bottom Wraps	Yes	Yes
Rack & Pinion Carriage Drive	Yes	Yes
Power Pre-Stretch	Not Available	250%

The main difference between the two machines is the ability of the 850PS to perform a 250% Power Pre-Stretch. This means that it uses up to 60% less stretch wrap than the 800 model. That translates to substantial cost savings over a short period of time.

Film Cost Savings with the 850PS Model

The 850PS Model uses electrically-controlled rollers that stretch the film up to 250% before leaving the carriage. This helps lower the overall cost of packaging and increases film efficiency.

The below table shows the approximate film savings per year and the ROI of the 850PS power pre-stretch carriage unit. As you can see, the savings quickly add up and justify the price difference from the 800 model.

850PS ROI vs. 800 (non pre-stretch machine)
Film Roll Length & Avg. Cost	Pallets Wrapped Per Day	Film Savings Per Year	Payoff on the machine	Payoff power pre-stretch upgrade cost (months)
5000’ @ $57.00 per roll	20	$5,200	19	6 months
	30	$7,800	13	4 months
	50	$13,000	7	2 months
	100	$26,000	4	1 month

Low-Profile Semi-Automatic Stretch Wrap Machines

The Handle-It® 800 and 850PS semi-auto pallet wrap machines offer top-of-the-line functionality and will help improve efficiencies and streamline your packaging processes. They’re an ideal choice if you’re looking for an efficient stretch wrap machine that’s capable of wrapping medium-to-high volumes of pallets every day.

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