Shrink Films – Polyolefin

Polyolefin shrink film is a strong, clear and versatile heat-shrink packaging material designed to provide a professional finish around a wide range of products. When heat is applied, the film shrinks tightly around the product, creating a secure and attractive package while allowing the contents to remain clearly visible.

Ideal for retail products, printed materials, boxes, promotional packs, product bundles and general commercial packaging, polyolefin shrink film provides an excellent combination of clarity, strength and presentation. It can be used with suitable heat sealing and shrink wrapping equipment, including chamber shrink wrapping machines.

Polyolefin shrink film is a popular alternative to PVC shrink film for many packaging applications and is suitable for manufacturers, retailers, e-commerce businesses and commercial packaging operations.

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Polyolefin Shrink Film

Polyolefin shrink film is a clear, strong and versatile heat-shrink packaging material used to seal, protect and professionally present a wide range of products.

When controlled heat is applied, the film shrinks around the product to create a close-fitting package. Its clarity allows the contents to remain visible, making it particularly suitable for retail and customer-facing packaging.

What Is Polyolefin Shrink Film?

Polyolefin shrink film, often referred to as POF shrink film, is a heat-shrink packaging material designed for use with suitable sealing and shrink wrapping equipment.

The film is placed around the product before being sealed and heated. During the shrinking process, it contracts around the product to produce a neat and secure finish.

Strong and Clear Shrink Packaging

One of the key benefits of polyolefin shrink film is its combination of strength and clarity.

The transparent film allows products to remain clearly visible while providing an additional layer of protection against dust, dirt and general handling.

Its professional appearance makes it particularly suitable for products that will be displayed or supplied directly to customers.

Polyolefin Shrink Film Applications

POF shrink film can be used for a wide variety of products, including:

Retail products
Boxes and cartons
Books and stationery
Printed materials
Promotional products
Gift sets
Product bundles
Point-of-sale materials
Electrical products
Manufactured goods
E-commerce products
General commercial packaging

It is particularly useful where the appearance of the finished package is important.

Professional Product Presentation

Polyolefin shrink wrap provides a neat, close-fitting finish that can improve the presentation of packaged products.

The clear film allows the product, branding and printed packaging to remain visible while providing a clean outer covering.

This makes polyolefin shrink film a popular choice for retail, promotional and customer-facing packaging.

Protection During Storage and Handling

Shrink wrapping provides an additional layer around the product that can help protect it from:

Dust
Dirt
General handling
Surface contamination
Minor scuffing

The film can also help keep multiple products or components together when they are packaged as a bundle.

Polyolefin Shrink Film for Chamber Machines

Polyolefin shrink film can be used with compatible chamber shrink wrapping machines.

The typical process involves:

Place the product inside the shrink film.
Position the product within the machine.
Seal the film.
Apply controlled heat.
Allow the film to shrink around the product.

The exact machine settings will depend on the film specification, product and equipment being used.

Polyolefin vs PVC Shrink Film

Polyolefin and PVC are two different types of shrink film used for packaging.

Polyolefin shrink film is often selected where businesses require a combination of clarity, strength and professional presentation.

It is suitable for a wide range of retail, commercial and general packaging applications.

If you are deciding between materials, the most appropriate film will depend on the product, packaging equipment, required finish and application.

Choosing the Right Polyolefin Shrink Film

When selecting polyolefin shrink film, consider:

Product dimensions
Film width
Film thickness
Product shape
Required finished appearance
Sealing equipment
Shrink equipment
Packaging volume
Required level of protection

Selecting the correct film size helps ensure the product can be completely enclosed without using excessive material.

Polyolefin Shrink Film for E-Commerce

POF shrink film can be useful for e-commerce businesses packaging individual products or product bundles.

It provides a professional finish while helping keep products clean and contained before they are placed into their outer shipping packaging.

For additional protection, shrink-wrapped products can be combined with cardboard boxes, bubble wrap or other protective packaging.

Polyolefin Shrink Film from KB Packaging

At KB Packaging, we supply packaging materials and machinery to businesses across the UK, including manufacturers, retailers, warehouses, distributors and e-commerce businesses.

Our polyolefin shrink film provides a versatile solution for businesses looking to seal, protect and professionally present their products.

Browse the range above to find the appropriate POF shrink film for your packaging requirements.

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