Shrink wrapping saves space as less packaging is used. Warehouse space is maximised with little or no \u201cdead space\u201d around the product that has been packed. Using less of a packaging material that is cheaper than cardboard saves even more money.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Shrink wrapping is eco-friendly<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

There is a continued growth in modern plastics such as biodegradable shrink wrap and LPS supply compostable film made from waste potatoes. The technology behind the materials and the fact that far less is used make shrink-wrap a greener solution than many imagine, with a smaller carbon footprint that cardboard in many cases.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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In summary, Shrink-wrap packaging has countless advantages over cardboard packaging. Plastic packaging outperform\u00a0paper-based packaging environmentally \u2013 on manufacturing, on reuse, and on solid waste volume and generation.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

The cost of an entry level shrink wrap machine is low, the cost of shrink film (of which less is used) is low and the fact shrink-wrapping products can be completed in-house saves outsourcing costs.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

The argument for plastic over cardboard will continue in years to come and there is room for both in the packaging market. However, what\u2019s most important is that they can both be recycled and kept out of our seas. Recycling and reusing both types of packaging has proven to be the most effective way to minimise carbon footprint and protect the environment.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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