EcoEnclose is also excited to offer one of the first paper-based stretch wrap options! This unique, high tensile strength paper expands and stretches around pallets, effectively holding contents in place. At the end of its useful life, the material is curbside recyclable.
This paper pallet wrap is an inspiring innovation and a step forward in sustainable warehouse operations.
However, it is essential to note its drawbacks proactively.
(1) It is made with virgin paper. While that paper is PEFC certified, we recognize that cutting down trees to make single-use packaging does not make sense, and we hope manufacturers can replace this paper with recycled content long-term.
(2) Paper wrap as a carbon footprint than standard stretch film. This fact is the same like most situations in which paper is compared to plastic.
(3) It does not offer the functional capabilities of stretch wrap. For example, paper wrap will not hold cases on a pallet as well as its plastic counterpart. In addition, pallets loaded with heavy cases or subject to excessive force and jolting may not fare as successfully with paper wrap versus plastic pallet wrap. Finally, wrappers must use more paper wrap material than plastic stretch wrap.
Finally, as with all paper-based alternatives to plastic, it is pricier than the plastic wrap it is replacing.
