Quick Pak Inc

Automatic Stretch Wrapping with Airflow Stretch Film
Optimal ventilation for your products has been a challenge for years. Rather than solving the problem, costly workaround solutions have become the norm. Your business is likely paying for expensive corrugated packaging solutions, extra adhesives, unnecessary secondary/tertiary venting and load containment materials or needless equipment.
Lower your overall packaging costs and speed up time-to-market with Airflow, the ultra-strong, breathable vented stretch film that allows heat, moisture and off-gas release while containing your products with a superior holding force.
Stretch wrapping with Airflow film is increasingly used in high-temperature packaging applications where airflow, rapid cooling, and load stability are critical. In industries such as food, chemicals, and plastics, hot-filled products like buckets or pails require secure unitization without trapping heat or moisture. Phoenix automatic stretch wrapping solutions, including rotary ring technology, are designed to meet these demands while supporting consistent, high-throughput operations.
Why Use Airflow Film for Hot Products?
Airflow stretch film is a specialized stretch film material engineered with an open structure. Unlike conventional stretch film, Airflow allows heat to dissipate and air to circulate around the load. This makes it well suited for wrapping hot products immediately after filling or processing, reducing the need for cooling buffers in the production line.
When buckets containing hot products are wrapped using Airflow film, the load remains stable while excess heat escapes naturally. This approach supports product integrity, minimizes condensation risk, and helps maintain downstream handling efficiency.

Florida Packaging Equipment Service.
Let us fix, restore, or update your strapping, shrink bundling, and stretch wrapping equipment without the expensive price tag. Alternatively, you can explore our range of affordable Packaging equipment and supplies.
Located in Tampa, Florida, we work with companies throughout Florida. We pride ourselves on being one of Florida’s most respected packaging companies. Our team provides outstanding local service, helping organizations access the latest products and solutions for their warehouses, production areas, and storerooms.
We serve the following industries: Consumer packaged goods, Food and beverage, Construction, Agriculture, Logistics and E-Commerce.
No matter what your packaging requirements, our talented team can help. We have a wide range of products, including strapping machines, strapping tools, shrink bundling systems, stretch wrapper equipment, consumables, carton sealing systems, printers, and baggers.
We also service and supply parts for machines manufactured by Samuel, Signode, ITW Mima, Muller, Strapack, Polychem, Lantech, Orion, Revolution, Phoenix, and many other popular brands.
Our service team performs repairs, maintenance, and upgrades on various make and models and can quickly find the spare parts you need. Quick Pak Inc can handle custom projects that provide engineering solutions for your unique packaging project. Call us at 813 242 6995 or reach out to [email protected] for more details.

Rebuilding End-of-Line Packaging Equipment
When Replacing Packaging Equipment Makes More Sense:
There are situations where replacement is the more practical path. If the equipment no longer meets production demands or safety standards, or if parts availability has become an ongoing issue, replacement may offer long-term advantages.
Replacement is often the better option when:
-The machine can no longer support the required throughput.
-Parts are obsolete or unavailable.
-Safety or compliance standards cannot be met.
-Ongoing repairs are frequent and unpredictable.
While upfront costs are important, they shouldn’t be the only consideration. Downtime, lead times, training, and installation all impact the true cost of replacement.
Rebuilding often:
-Reduces downtime compared to sourcing new equipment.
-Preserves existing line layouts.
-Eliminates retraining requirements.
-Delivers faster return on investment.
For many operations, rebuilding often delivers a faster return on investment by restoring performance without major capital expenditure. For companies focused on maintaining uptime and controlling costs, rebuilding can be the most efficient path forward.
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. The right decision depends on your equipment, your production demands, and your business priorities. What matters most is choosing the option that protects uptime, controls costs, and supports reliable performance – today and in the years ahead.
Contact Quick Pak Inc today ay 813 242 6995 or [email protected] for an evaluation of your packaging operation and guidance on achieving minimal impact with the best possible ROI.

What Is Stretch Hooding?
Stretch hooding is a packaging method commonly used to secure and protect palletized goods. It involves using a stretchable plastic film, known as stretch hood film, which is applied over a load of goods on a pallet.

The stretch hood is typically made of linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE) and is designed to fit snugly over all 5 sides of the pallet load (leaving no open top side), providing stability and protection during handling and transportation.

Stretch hood film is a popular choice across many different industries because it provides strong, resilient packaging that adapts to different load shapes and sizes, enhancing protection and stability throughout the supply chain.

Why Use Stretch Hood Film? There are several advantages of using stretch hood film for your packaging needs, including:

Improved Load Stability: The tension in the film holds the goods firmly in place, reducing the risk of damage during transit.

Highly Durable: Due to its ability to stretch, this type of film is incredibly durable, making it resistant to tears and punctures even on odd-shaped products.
Enhanced Protection: The polythene film acts as a barrier against environmental factors like dust, dirt, and moisture.

Versatility: It can accommodate various load sizes and shapes, making it a flexible option for different types of products.

Environmental Benefits: Stretch hood films are often recyclable, contributing to more sustainable packaging practices.

Cost Efficiency: Stretch hooding can be more cost-effective than other packaging methods like shrink wrapping, often using up to 50% less material!

Stretch Hood Film Vs Stretch Wrap Film: When comparing stretch hood film to stretch wrap film, several key distinctions emerge in their applications and benefits.

Stretch hood film is applied as a single, continuous piece over a pallet load, whereas stretch wrap film is wrapped around the load in multiple layers, either manually or with a machine.

While stretch hood film excels in providing enhanced stability and a cleaner appearance, stretch wrap film offers flexibility and adjustability.

At Quick Pak Inc, we provide stretch hood film to benefit your packaging needs, securing goods through all stages of the supply chain. Get in touch with us today at 813 242 6995 or [email protected] to discuss your stretch hood packaging requirements.