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Automatic Stretch Wrap Machines

Automate your pallet wrapping process with Handle-It’s innovative range of fully automatic stretch wrap machines. Our cost-effective solutions reduce labor costs, fuel productivity, and improve your bottom line. They ensure streamlined operations by minimizing injury risks and freeing up your workforce for more crucial tasks.

Handle-It stretch wrappers provide superior load containment, resulting in fewer lost or damaged products during transit and improved customer satisfaction. Whether you need conveyor-fed, portable units, turntable, or rotary arm styles, we’ve got you covered.

Discover the perfect fit for your operations in our extensive lineup below and compare models to find the one that’s right for your needs.

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Handle It SWM-FA-4000 Automatic Stretch Wrapper with Chain Conveyor

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The Handle It® Model 1100AA-C automatic pallet wrapping machine.
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A Model RA 2300 semi-automatic rotary arm pallet wrapper.
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4000 Automatic with Conveyor
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SWM-FA-4300
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FA 4400 AUTOMATIC ROTARY TOWER PALLET WRAPPER
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Handle-It’s Automatic Stretch Wrap Machine Options

The Handle-It Automatic Stretch Wrapper Advantage:

  • Designed and manufactured in Europe
  • Final assembly, testing, and programming in Milwaukee, WI
  • ISO 9000 certification
  • CE compliant
  • Utilize high-quality components
  • We test and pre-program every machine before shipment
Model #:1100 AA-C2200 AAC2300 AACFA 4000FA 4100FA 4200FA 4300FA 4400FA 4500
Max Average Loads300 per day300 per day30 per hour30 per hour40 per hour30 per hour40 per hour50 per hour100+ per hour
TypePortable TurntableRotary ArmRotary ArmConveyor TurntableConveyor TurntableConveyor Rotary ArmConveyor Rotary ArmConveyor Rotary ArmConveyor Rotary Arm
Load Capacity4400lbUnlimitedUnlimited3800lb3800lbConveyor DeterminedConveyor Determined3800lbConveyor Determined
Power Requirement110v110v110v110v480 3ph.480 3ph.480 3ph.480 3ph.480 3ph.
Air supply (film sealing unit)90 psi90 psi90 psi90 psi90 psi90 psi
Max Pallet Size(93” Diagonal)CustomizableCustomizableCustomizableCustomizableCustomizableCustomizableCustomizableCustomizable
Machine Dimensions (L x W x H)113″ L x 70″ W x 97″ H125” L x 113” W x 140” H125” L x 113” W x 140” H113″ L x 70″ W x 97″ H113” L x 70” W x 101” H155” L x 142” W x 135” H
Pneumatic Sealing Unit (Film clamp, cut, & hot weld film tail)
Electronic Film Tension Control
Power Pre-Stretch 250%
Variable Power Pre-Stretch (600%)OptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Carriage Drive systemRack and PinionBeltBeltBeltBeltBeltBeltBeltBelt
Standard maximum wrap height94″94″94″86″86″95″95″86″95″
Extended Mast Wrap Height118”118”118”CustomizableCustomizableCustomizableCustomizableCustomizableCustomizable
Custom Top & Bottom Wraps
Integrated ScaleOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptionalOptional
Onboard Diagnostics
Total Pallets Wrapped counterYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYes
# Of User Saved Cycle Programs323232101010101010
Standard PLCSiemensSiemensSiemensSiemensSiemensSiemens
Remote connection via Ethernet

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Automatic Stretch Wrap Machines FAQs

Delve into our ‘FAQ’ section, where we address commonly asked questions and provide insightful answers about our Automatic Stretch Wrap Machines. Your curiosity, our expertise.

  • What Are Automatic Stretch Wrap Machines?

    Automatic stretch wrap machines automate the pallet wrapping process while reducing labor, boosting efficiency, and saving time. Many available models cater to everything from handling heavy, unstable loads to meeting the demands of high-volume, fast-paced operations. Each model offers unique features and advantages, allowing for a tailored approach to your pallet wrapping process.

  • How Do Automatic Pallet Wrapper Machines Work?

    Automatic pallet wrapper machines efficiently automate the entire pallet wrapping process. These machines typically employ advanced technology, including rotating arms or turntables, to securely wrap the stretch film around the palletized load. The process begins with placing the pallet onto the machine’s platform or conveyor system.

    Once initiated, the machine automatically applies the stretch film around the load, ensuring optimal tension and containment. Some models offer customizable settings to adjust the number of revolutions or the film tension based on specific load requirements. The result is a tightly wrapped pallet ready for safe transport and storage.

  • Semi-Automatic vs. Automatic Wrapping Machines

    Automatic and semi-automatic stretch wrappers differ primarily in the extent of automation they provide for the wrapping process. This means that with an automatic wrapper, your job is easier and faster, while a semi-automatic wrapper requires more human involvement.

    Semi-automatic wrapping machines require the user to attach the film and activate the wrapping cycle manually. Although they generally have a lower throughput, semi-automatic wrappers are suitable for smaller businesses or those with variable production volumes. These machines offer a significant improvement in efficiency and time savings compared to wrapping pallets manually.

    Fully automated pallet wrappers eliminate the need for manual film attachment and further streamline the wrapping process. For example, if you wrap 300 pallets daily with a semi-automatic machine, the driver must get off the forklift 300 times to apply the film, hit start, and wait for the pallet to wrap (about 1 minute). They would then need to hop back on the forklift to remove the pallet, then go pick up and deliver another one.

    Fully automatic stretch wrap machines can also incorporate conveyor systems that automatically load and unload pallets and utilize advanced control systems to manage the entire wrapping process. These automated pallet wrapping systems can handle large numbers of loads per hour, making them ideal for businesses with high throughput requirements.

  • What Applications Can It be Used For?

    Handle-It automatic stretch wrappers are ideal for a wide range of applications, including boxesbags and sacks.

    Boxes— The adjustable settings enable precise control over tension and wrapping patterns, ensuring a tailored solution for different box sizes and shapes. These machines minimize the risk of product damage during transportation, safeguarding your goods throughout the supply chain.

    Bags and sacks— Effectively secure bags and sacks of different sizes, whether they contain loose items, powders, or other materials. Automation eliminates manual handling and ensures precise and tight wrapping, minimizing the risk of tampering or damage.

EXPLORE PRODUCTS

Handle It offers a wide variety of both fully and semi-automatic pallet wrapping machines and stretch wrappers. Our products range from entry-level equipment to heavy-duty machinery. Find the right machine for your needs and budget by browsing our offerings below.

We designed the Handle-It® Model 3000 mobile stretch wrap machine to be both portable and flexible. It’s well-suited for a wide variety of applications, such as long, heavy, or unstable pallet loads. It runs on a heavy-duty battery that allows for up to 200 pallet loads per charge.

Handle-It offers an extensive range of accessories that will increase the utility of your pallet wrapper. If you’re looking for add-ons and parts that will improve the ROI from your pallet wrapping equipment, we can help.

Rotary Arm Stretch Wrap Machines are typically suited for applications where you have very heavy, light, or tall unsteady loads. The fact that the load is stationary allows you to wrap these types of pallet loads as opposed to if they were spinning on a turntable style machine.

Semi-automatic stretch wrap machines significantly improve your packaging operations. They can drastically reduce the time needed to wrap pallets compared to your current manual processes. Save both time and money with our robust line of semi-automatic pallet wrappers.

The Handle-It® Pallet Wrapping Machine Scale is designed to seamlessly integrate with select Handle-It stretch wrappers, allowing you to weigh loads as you wrap—saving time, improving accuracy, and optimizing your shipping and inventory processes.

Handle-It offers various sizes of semi-automatic, automatic, and C-Style orbital wrapping machines, ideal for grouping, wrapping, and protecting loads in manufacturing and warehouse operations.

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