Bundling Stretch Film

Yes, virtually all stretch film — including bundling stretch film — is made from LLDPE (linear low-density polyethylene). LLDPE provides the high elongation, cling, and puncture resistance needed for secure load wrapping. Both cast and blown stretch film variants use LLDPE as their base resin, though the manufacturing process differs between the two.

Pallet stretch film is a stretchable plastic film, typically LLDPE, used to wrap and unitize palletized loads for shipping and storage. It holds items together, protects against dust and moisture, and prevents load shifting. It is available in hand and machine versions, with widths typically ranging from 12 to 20 inches and gauges from 47 to 115 ga.

Bundling stretch film is used to unitize small groups of items, cases, bottles, or irregularly shaped products without requiring a full pallet wrap. Common applications include case bundling at DCs, grouping products for display, securing SKUs together for kitting, and consolidating small or odd-shaped loads in warehouse and 3PL environments.

Cast bundling film unwinds quietly, offers consistent gauge, and stretches more easily — ideal for general bundling tasks. Blown film has higher puncture and tear resistance, making it better suited for sharp-cornered, heavy, or demanding bundles. Take 2 Direct offers both types so you can match film performance to your specific bundling application.

Bundling stretch film is typically available in narrower widths compared to standard pallet wrap, most commonly 12 inches, which is ideal for case unitizing and small bundle applications. Wider hand film widths of 15, 18, and 20 inches are also available for broader bundling or hybrid pallet-wrap needs across warehouse and distribution environments.

Yes, certain bundling stretch film formats are compatible with both hand and machine application methods. Take 2 Direct's bundling film is available in configurations suitable for hand application, as well as hand-and-machine or machine-only use, giving operations flexibility as throughput volumes grow or bundling processes become automated.