Printed Stretch Film & Custom Logo Wrap
Our custom-printed machine stretch film is engineered to enhance brand visibility and provide an immediate tamper-evident layer for theft-prone products. It is the industry standard for high-visibility shipping and professional pallet presentation, allowing facilities to incorporate step-and-repeat logos, handling instructions, or QR codes directly into the wrap. Turn every shipment into a mobile advertisement for your business.
- Tamper-Evident Security Messaging
- Step-and-Repeat Logo Printing
- Elastomeric Inks (Maintains Visual Fidelity)
- Replaces Expensive Labels/Stickers
Machine Compatibility & Print Specs
Brand Authority
Every pallet becomes a billboard. Boost your market presence from the warehouse floor to the customer's loading dock.
Tamper Evidence
Unlike standard film, printed wrap cannot be "patched" or resealed if broken, providing instant proof of shipment integrity.
Handling Instructions
Ensure safe transit by printing "DO NOT DOUBLE STACK" or "FRAGILE" directly on every inch of the pallet wrap.
Film Under Mechanical Tension
The Application: A common concern with printed film is that the logo will distort or flake off when stretched by an automated machine. Because our film utilizes elastomeric inks, the branding expands uniformly with the plastic. Watch our film hold its integrity when deployed by our high-end Joy 450 Orbital Wrapper and our 4-sided Pro 2200 Robotic Cell.
Stock Message Printed Film Specs
We maintain inventory of commonly used security and instructional messages for immediate shipment from our Atlanta hub.
| SKU / Code | Message / Print Style | Width / Length | Gauge (Micron) | Rolls/Pallet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STOCK PRINTED LOGISTICS MESSAGING | ||||
| VMP19580RDNBL | Red Film / Black Print: "DO NOT BREAK LOAD" | 19.5" x 5,000' | 80 ga (20.3 mic) | 40 |
| VMP19580CDNBL | Clear Film / Red Print: "DO NOT BREAK LOAD" | 19.5" x 5,000' | 80 ga (20.3 mic) | 40 |
| VMP19580DNAISIB | Clear Film / Red Print: "DO NOT ACCEPT IF SEAL IS BROKEN" | 19.5" x 5,000' | 80 ga (20.3 mic) | 40 |
| VMP19580DNDS | Clear Film / Red Print: "DO NOT DOUBLE STACK" | 19.5" x 5,000' | 80 ga (20.3 mic) | 40 |
| SEASONAL & SPECIALTY PRINTED WIDTHS | ||||
| VMP20680WHH | White Film / 3C Print: "HAPPY HOLIDAYS" | 20" x 6,000' | 80 ga (20.3 mic) | 40 |
| VMP3680WHH | White Film / 3C Print: "HAPPY HOLIDAYS" (Wide) | 30" x 6,000' | 80 ga (20.3 mic) | 20 |
Custom Logo & Corporate Branding Guide
Standardize your shipments with your company's unique identity. Our elastomeric and high-stretch inks ensure your step-and-repeat logo expands with the film without flaking or distorting, maintaining visual fidelity under the exact pre-stretch settings of your horizontal or orbital wrapping machine.
One-Time Plate Setup
Custom logos require a specialized printing cylinder. This is a one-time fee; once your plate is on file, you only pay for the film on re-orders.
Strategic Logo Placement
For optimal print visibility during machine application, we recommend logos be sized 6–8 inches tall from the top of the roll to minimize overlapping on the pallet.
Lead Time & Fulfillment
Custom projects typically require 5-8 weeks for artwork approval, plate creation, and precision production. Once established, reorders ship faster.
Atlanta Design Support
Our local team assists with Pantone (PMS) matching, roll OD limits, and tension calculations to ensure your brand looks perfect on the pallet.
Artwork Submission Requirements
- Vector Formats Only: We require .AI, .EPS, or Vector PDF files for clean printing.
- Color Specs: Provide specific Pantone (PMS) codes (1-4 colors max) for exact matching. We recommend white or clear base film for the brightest, most accurate print colors.
- Convert Fonts: All text must be converted to "Outlines" or "Curves" to prevent font-substitution errors.
- Orientation: Specify "Reading Up" or "Reading Down" based on your machine's rotation.
Engineering FAQ: Printed Machine Film Specifications
How do elastomeric inks maintain print fidelity during high-velocity power pre-stretch applications?
Standard rigid inks fracture and flake when subjected to carriage elongation. Our printed films utilize proprietary elastomeric polyamide-based inks that chemically bond to the LLDPE cast resin. This high-elasticity formulation allows step-and-repeat logos to expand uniformly up to 200% power pre-stretch without severe visual distortion, flaking, or compromising the film's structural holding force.
How does printed stretch film function as a tamper-evident security protocol for LTL logistics?
Unlike standard clear or color film which can be cut and seamlessly re-wrapped by unauthorized personnel, customized printed film cannot be replicated or "patched" during transit. Any horizontal slicing or vertical web tearing breaks the continuous step-and-repeat pattern, providing immediate, undeniable visual evidence of tampering upon dock receipt.
What is the optimal film gauge for custom printed wrap to prevent opacity loss and "windowing"?
To ensure maximum ink adhesion and prevent the base film from "windowing" (becoming overly translucent) during orbital wrapping, custom printed rolls are standardized at an 80-gauge (20.3 micron) minimum. Down-gauging below this threshold significantly reduces the surface area available for the elastomeric ink to bond, which can lead to color saturation loss over sharp pallet corners.
Can QR codes and complex 4-color process logos be printed on machine stretch film?
Yes. We utilize precision flexographic printing cylinders capable of 1-to-4 color PMS (Pantone Matching System) reproduction. However, for scannable elements like QR codes or high-density barcodes, we mandate a white opaque base film rather than clear. The white substrate provides the necessary contrast ratio for Class A optical scanners to successfully read the code after the film has been stretched.