Automated Stretch Wrapping for Insulated Metal Panels (IMPs) & Cladding
Secure massive cold-storage IMPs, roof panels, wall panels, and corrugated architectural siding. Eliminate friction scratching, edge damage, and the risk of delamination with continuous-flow orbital packaging cells engineered to handle sheer tonnage and extreme panel lengths. Featuring massive capacities - including 74.8" (1900mm) and 85.4" (2170mm) ring clearances (and beyond) - our systems wrap the largest architectural bundles without rotating the panels themselves, while providing native ERP and WMS connectivity (via OPC UA, MQTT, and EtherNet/IP) for total traceability and real-time predictive maintenance diagnostics.
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The Tonnage Bottleneck: Heavy Forklift Drops
Warehouse construction materials and cold-storage IMPs represent some of the heaviest palletized loads in the industry. Whether you are packaging 20 ft, 40 ft, or massive 60 ft panel lengths, dropping a multi-ton stack onto a standard PVC or light-duty belt conveyor will instantly crush the frame and destroy the line.
The Solution: Enterprise-grade iron. Our massive Dynawrap Pro 1900 and Pro 2200 series machines are integrated directly with heavy-duty motorized steel chain conveyors and high-capacity Vulkollan® polyurethane rollers. Engineered to absorb the impact of heavy diesel forklift loading, they easily transport extreme tonnages directly through the orbital ring.
The Sizing Bottleneck: Wrapping Wide Cladding
Architectural cladding and cold-storage insulated panels are incredibly wide and bulky. Traditional pallet wrappers and standard orbital machines simply cannot clear the cross-section of a fully stacked IMP skid, forcing manufacturers into slow, labor-intensive manual wrapping.
The Solution: The sheer volume capacity of the Dynawrap Pro 2200. Featuring a massive 2170mm (85.4") internal ring clearance (with custom configurations available up to 3500mm), this machine is built specifically for extreme widths. It effortlessly passes oversized architectural panels, standing seam roofing bundles, and wide corrugated siding through the center of the ring, securing them in seconds.
The Damage Bottleneck: Delamination & Friction Scratching
Metal building panels are highly susceptible to friction scratching and chemical delamination. When stacks are secured with heavy steel banding, the panels slide against each other during transit. Furthermore, failing to provide proper top and bottom protection sheets leaves the architectural finish vulnerable.
The Solution: Perfect unitization for continuous production lines. Working seamlessly alongside EPS spacer insertion equipment, heavy-duty pneumatic top pressers clamp the stack perfectly flat as it enters the wrapper. Driven by flexible enterprise PLC architectures (Beijer, Siemens, Allen-Bradley, and Beckhoff), the Pro Series connects via EtherNet/IP or native OPC UA servers to execute direct string-based data exchanges with your WMS. This processes production orders dynamically while MQTT telemetry streams real-time predictive maintenance diagnostics directly to your cloud. The wrapper utilizes a sensor-activated clamp, cut, and reset function paired with a pre-stretch carriage. (Note on Physics: While some manufacturers falsely claim 200%+ prestretch on orbital wrappers, the physics of high-speed ring rotation restrict true orbital prestretch to a maximum of 70% to prevent continuous film snapping.) Our carriages apply a high-tension, multi-layer web of film that locks every single panel in place, entirely eradicating internal shifting and friction scratching.
The Moisture Bottleneck: Job-Site Weather Exposure
Construction materials often sit outside in dirt, rain, and snow for weeks before they are installed. Standard stretch wrapping alone cannot prevent moisture from seeping into the insulation core of an IMP if the ends are left exposed to driving rain.
The Solution: True weatherproofing with the W-Series Hybrid Welding Option. Integrated into the Pro 1900 (with Welding Option) and Pro 2200 (with Welding Option), this system automatically drapes and welds a thick layer of protective bubble wrap or a fully sealed PE bag over the panels before the stretch film is applied. This creates an impenetrable barrier against job-site weather and structural moisture damage.
Enterprise Automation: Dynawrap LUMI™ 3D Algorithmic Vision
Achieve true recipe-free autonomy for varied panel stacks. Available as an option across the Pro Series, the LUMI™ System utilizes an Intel® depth-sensing 3D camera and a dedicated embedded controller housed in a rugged industrial enclosure.
Volumetric Scanning
As mixed bundles of architectural cladding enter the zone, the system executes real-time 3D scanning to determine the exact geometry and load dimensions.
Automated PLC Handshake
Our proprietary algorithm automatically calculates and pushes the optimal wrapping parameters directly to the machine's PLC.
Zero-Touch Operation
Operators simply select 'Optimum' or 'Heavy' protection modes on the HMI, and the machine handles the rest - eliminating operator error.
Industry 4.0 Ready: Robotic Cell Integration
Engineered for absolute end-of-line autonomy. Our Pro Series wrappers serve as plug-and-play nodes for dark-warehouse environments, supporting direct handshakes with FANUC, ABB, KUKA, and Universal Robots.
Native SCADA Protocols
Seamless communication via EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP, OPC UA, and MQTT for centralized ERP/WMS data exchange and telemetry logging.
Automated Handshakes
Standardized execution I/O (Ready, Start, Busy, Complete, Fault) allowing upstream robots to safely load and trigger wrapping cycles.
Predictive Maintenance
Stream real-time VFD faults, motor speeds, heater temperatures, and cycle counts directly to command centers to eliminate unplanned downtime.
EHS Perimeter Safety
CIP Safety and PROFIsafe network integration, paired with hardwired optical light curtains for zero-touch, fail-safe operational security.
Construction Consumables Ecosystem
Heavy metal panels demand specific film engineering. Our premium Cast Clear Machine Stretch Film provides exceptional load retention for massive cladding bundles. For extreme puncture resistance against the sharp sheared edges of standing seam roofing and corrugated siding, we supply high-performance, up-gauged, and "blown-like" cast formulations.
Because IMPs and cladding are frequently staged in outdoor staging yards prior to building erection, deploying our UVI (Ultraviolet Inhibitor) Stretch Film is highly recommended to prevent the plastic from degrading under harsh UV exposure.
Technical FAQ: Insulated Metal Panels & Cladding Wrapping
How does the orbital wrapper prevent friction scratching and delamination on painted insulated metal panels (IMPs) during transit?
The Pro Series applies a multi-layer web of stretch film with high-tension precision, locking the stacked panels into a rigid unit to completely eradicate internal shifting. Additionally, synchronized pneumatic top pressers clamp the stack flat during the cycle, preventing the sliding friction that causes architectural finish damage and chemical delamination.
Can the material handling system accommodate the extreme tonnage and 60-foot lengths of cold-storage panels subjected to heavy forklift loading?
Yes, the automated cells replace standard PVC belts with extreme-duty motorized steel chain conveyors and high-capacity Vulkollan® polyurethane rollers. Engineered with massive ring clearances up to 2170mm (85.4 inches), this architecture absorbs heavy diesel forklift drops and effortlessly transits 60-foot payloads through the wrapping zone without conveyor deflection.
What mechanisms are used to protect the exposed insulation cores of cladding bundles from moisture degradation during outdoor yard staging?
The system can be configured with our W-Series Hybrid Welding Option, which automatically drapes and thermally welds a heavy-duty waterproof PE bag or bubble wrap over the panels. This occurs directly inline before the stretch film is applied, creating a six-sided, impenetrable vapor barrier against rain and job-site mud.
How does the packaging cell integrate with our existing panel extrusion lines and automated EPS spacer insertion equipment while maintaining EHS safety compliance?
The wrappers operate as autonomous nodes using enterprise PLCs (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff) connected via EtherNet/IP or OPC UA, enabling direct string-based WMS data exchanges and standardized I/O handshakes for robotic loaders. For EHS compliance, the fully enclosed cells utilize CIP Safety protocols paired with hardwired optical light curtains to guarantee fail-safe, zero-touch operation.
Eliminate Scratching & Handling Damage
From massive wide-ring capacities to steel chain conveyors built for heavy forklift impacts, our automated cells are engineered for the sheer volume of the metal panel industry. Tell us if you are wrapping cold-storage IMPs, wide architectural cladding, or standing seam roofing, and whether your facility requires the W-Series hybrid PE bagging for moisture protection. Please specify your maximum bundle weight and width. Request a custom facility review today.