Overhead Stretch Wrap Machine

Compare OVERHEAD STRETCH WRAP MACHINES, also known as straddle stretch wrappers, or rotary arm stretch wrappers. Overhead Stretch Wrap Machines are made up of a support post that holds the overhead mast. Attached to the end of the mast is the rotary arm which supports the film carriage. The rotary arm spins around a load and the film carriage slides up and down the arm dispensing stretch film.

Overhead Stretch Wrap Machines are designed to wrap tall and unstable loads that may topple if placed on a rotary table. Also, there is no weight load limit when placed on the floor. They are preferred in environments that require periodic wash downs. Another major advantage of Overhead Stretch Wrap Machines is that they take up less floor space than turntable Stretch Wrap Machines. When the Overhead Stretch Wrap Machine is not in operation the arm which supports the film carriage sits in home position up against the support structure.

Overhead Stretch Wrap Machines can be mounted to load bearing walls, support beams or are available with stands which allow for easies movement around a facility than a turntable style stretch wrap machines.

Overhead Stretch Wrap Machines are usually about 10% more expensive than a similarly equipped turntable stretch wrap machine.

Overhead stretch Wrap Machines are available in two levels of automation.

Semi-Automatic Overhead Stretch Wrap Machines require an operator to physically attach the film to the load. Then a button is pushed to activate the machine. Once the wrapping application is complete the operator must tear the film from the machine before it can be removed.

Automatic Overhead Stretch Wrap Machines are usually placed over conveyors at the end of a production line. Electric eyes guide the load into position under frame of the.

Overhead Stretch Wrap Machine attaches the film, wraps the product and cuts the film tail off without and operator intervention. Once the wrap cycle is complete the Overhead Stretch Wrap Machine signals the conveyor control and the conveyor moves the load on down the line