Stretch Film & Pallet Wrap Supplier in Florence, AL
We stock machine stretch film in 20-inch rolls from 70 to 100 gauge, hand film in 12- to 18-inch rolls, plus strapping, tapes, and protective fill. Stocked film can often be delivered quickly on our regular routes; specialty gauges and formulations are subject to supplier lead times.
Bring us your current film spec and wrap pattern and we will run a cost-per-load comparison. Most plants switching from 80-gauge conventional film to a 70-gauge high-performance film cut film spend 15-25% without losing containment force.
- 70-100 Gauge range
- 250% Max pre-stretch
- Cast + blown Formulations
- 1-2 weeks Typical lead time
Machine Stretch Film, 70 to 100 Gauge
If your wrapper runs, your dock runs. We stock machine stretch film in 20-inch rolls from 70 to 100 gauge, in cast and blown formulations rated to 250% pre-stretch, and deliver across North Alabama on our regular routes. Specialty gauges and formulations are subject to supplier lead times.
We quote film in cost per wrapped pallet, not just per roll. Bring your current spec and wrapper settings; plants still running conventional 80-gauge film typically cut film spend 15-25% by moving to a 70-gauge high-performance film at the same containment force.
- 70 to 100 gauge
- Up to 250% pre-stretch
- Cast and blown
Machine film stock
| Attribute | Spec |
|---|---|
| Roll width | 20 in standard (30 in on request) |
| Gauges | 70, 80, 90, 100 (plus micron equivalents) |
| Formulations | Cast (clear, quiet) and blown (high puncture) |
| Pre-stretch rating | Up to 250% |
| Roll length | 5,000-9,000 ft by gauge |
| Core | 3 in standard |
| Delivery | 1-2 weeks, North Alabama |
Hand Stretch Film & Hand Pallet Wrap
For docks that wrap by hand, film choice shows up in your crew's shoulders and your damage claims. We stock hand stretch film in 12- to 18-inch rolls at 70-90 gauge equivalents, extended-core rolls that skip the dispenser, and 2- to 5-inch banding film for bundling.
Lighter 'equivalent' films wrap the same loads with less pull force, so crews wrap faster and tire slower. Hand film rides the same delivery routes as the rest of our products.
- 12, 15, and 18 in rolls
- Standard and extended core
- Banding film for bundling
Hand film stock
| Attribute | Spec |
|---|---|
| Roll widths | 12, 15, 18 in |
| Gauges | 70, 80, 90 (and micro-gauge equivalents) |
| Styles | Standard core, extended core, coreless |
| Banding film | 2-5 in widths for bundling |
| Rolls per case | 4 (18 in) to 12 (12 in) |
| Delivery | 1-2 weeks, North Alabama |
Why Buy From Shoals Box & Pallet
Cost-Per-Load Pricing
We compare cost per wrapped load, not simply cost per roll, so a lower roll price that uses more film does not go unnoticed.
On Our Own Trucks
Film, strapping, and tape ride on the same trucks as our pallets and boxes. Scheduled deliveries help reduce last-minute and emergency orders.
One PO for the Whole Dock
Combine film, strapping, tape, boxes, and pallets on one order and one invoice instead of managing four supplier accounts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What gauge stretch film do I need?
For loads under 1,800 lb, 70-gauge high-performance film usually holds fine. Uniform loads to 2,500 lb typically run 80 gauge; heavy or sharp-edged loads run 90-100 gauge. Send your load weight and profile, and we will help determine the right film specification.
What is the difference between cast and blown film?
Cast film is clearer, quieter off the roll, and cheaper. Blown film has higher puncture resistance and load-holding force for sharp or irregular loads. Most warehouses run cast; most metal shippers run blown.
Do you supply strapping and tape too?
Yes. Polyester and polypropylene strapping, seals and tools, carton-sealing tape, and protective fill. Everything rides on the same delivery.
Can you help lower our film usage?
Yes. We run a wrap audit: weigh the film on a current load, check your wrapper's pre-stretch, and quote alternatives in cost per load. Typical savings run 15-25% for plants still on conventional 80-gauge film.
What gauge machine film should I run?
Loads under 1,800 lb: 70-gauge high-performance. Uniform loads to 2,500 lb: 80 gauge. Heavy, sharp, or unstable loads: 90-100 gauge blown film. The honest answer depends on your wrapper's pre-stretch. Send load weight and wrapper model.
What does 250% pre-stretch mean?
The wrapper stretches 1 foot of film into 3.5 feet before it touches the load. Higher pre-stretch means fewer pounds of film per pallet. If your wrapper is set at 200%+ and holding, a lighter high-performance gauge usually saves money.
Cast or blown film for machine wrapping?
Cast for most warehouse loads: clearer, quieter, cheaper. Blown for metal, lumber, and sharp-edged loads that puncture cast film. If you are re-wrapping torn loads, that is the signal to test blown.
Do you quote by the roll or by the load?
Both. Per-roll for purchasing, and cost per wrapped load so you can compare offers honestly, a cheap roll at low pre-stretch often costs more per pallet than a better film at a higher roll price.
What width hand film should we use?
18-inch is the default for full pallet loads. 15-inch suits smaller footprints and mixed carts; 12-inch works for short loads and bundling. Most docks run 18-inch plus a few cases of banding film.
What is equivalent-gauge hand film?
Film engineered to match a heavier gauge's holding force at a thinner gauge. An '80-equivalent' may measure 63 gauge but hold like 80. It costs less per roll and pulls easier. We will send a sample roll to test on your loads.
How many pallets does a roll of hand film wrap?
A standard 18-inch, 1,500-foot roll wraps roughly 15-25 pallets depending on load height and wrap pattern. If you are getting under 15, your crew may be over-wrapping. Ask for a quick pattern check with your next delivery.
Hand wrap or a stretch wrapper: when do we switch?
The usual break-even is 15-20 pallets per day. Above that, a semi-automatic wrapper pays for itself in film savings and labor within a year. We will run the numbers with your volumes, even though it means selling you less hand film.
Quality Products. Priority Service. Delivered On Schedule.
Materials that hold up, a team member who answers, and deliveries that arrive when promised. Tell us what you're shipping, and we'll help determine the right packaging specifications.
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