Shipping something big and expensive can be stressful. You’re not just moving an item, you’re protecting a major investment. Whether it’s a fleet of shipping containers, heavy military machinery, or even parts of a building, the open road (or sea) poses real risks. Rain, dust, and sun can cause serious damage, and sometimes large items can’t be fully enclosed in a truck.
This is where shrink wrapping comes in. Think of it as a custom-made, second skin for whatever you’re shipping. It creates a tough, waterproof shield that locks out the elements. Because it’s molded to fit your item perfectly, there are no gaps or loose ends for weather to sneak through.
With shrink wrap for transport, you can ship with confidence. We wrap your goods in a layer of security designed to leave no room for error.
How Shrink Wrapping for Transport Helps
When transporting large items, it becomes increasingly harder to ensure they’re protected. While tarps can be somewhat beneficial, they aren’t efficient enough to fully protect your investments. Shrink wrapping provides a custom fit that fully surrounds any item, no matter the size or shape. This service can help ensure your property gets where it needs to be safe and sound.
Protection From the Elements
One of the most dangerous parts of transporting something is the weather. Rain can cause water damage, high winds can dislodge parts, and salt and dust can get kicked up against items. Even the sun can cause serious issues with exposure to UV rays.
While tarps can help mitigate some of the damage, shrink wrapping is the best way to fully protect large items. The tight and custom fit helps keep out rain, sun, and debris. And the strong material ensures that high winds are less likely to damage your investment during transport.
Discreet Transportation
Some items need discretion when in transport. Shrink wrapping protects your investment from the elements and from wandering eyes. Tarps can only cover so much, and they’re easily damaged or pulled away.
Shrink wrap maintains its hold and helps protect your items. The material used in shrink wrapping also helps show any signs of tampering. This can help alert you to a potential issue and may prevent further attempts.
Protection in Storage
Transportation is often only one part of an item’s journey. Something might need to sit in storage while other preparations are done. Shrink-wrapping doesn’t just protect your investment during transport because it also keeps items safe in storage.
When you shrink-wrap your item at the start of its journey, you have protection all the way through final installation or use. This means you don’t have to worry about securing a storage area that’s large enough to help protect items from weather or pests.
A Strong Grip
A bumpy road can be a nightmare for anything you’re transporting. When items slide around or rub against each other, they can get scratched, dented, or even broken. Tarps and blankets can shift and expose your items. Shrink wrap solves this by holding everything tightly in place.
It acts like a giant, strong plastic hug, locking items to their pallet or trailer. This tight grip prevents shifting, stops different parts from banging together, and keeps everything exactly where you loaded it. The wrap itself is also smooth and seamless on the inside, so it won’t cause any scratches.
Tamper-Proof Security
How can you tell if someone has messed with your shipment? Regular covers can be untied and retied without you ever knowing. Shrink wrap creates a clear, continuous seal around your entire item. If someone tries to cut through it or peel it back, the damage is immediately obvious.
This tamper-evident feature acts as a powerful deterrent against theft and unauthorized access. It gives you and your customer peace of mind. You’ll have visible proof that the contents have arrived safely and untouched since the moment they left your facility.
The Surprisingly Smart Way to Save Money
It might seem like adding an extra service would cost more, but shrink wrapping can actually save you a significant amount of money. First, the wrap itself is very lightweight. It helps you avoid higher fuel and freight costs by not adding much weight.
Second, because it protects so well, you’ll spend less money on repairs for damaged goods and have fewer customer returns. Finally, it’s an all-in-one solution. You often won’t need to buy separate things like tarps, ropes, tape, or bubble wrap. By combining all these protections into one step, shrink wrap protects your budget as effectively as it protects your products.
Get Shrink Wrapping for Your Transportation Project
If you’re getting ready to transport a large or complex item, Atlantic Shrink Wrapping is here to help. We provide custom-fit wrapping services for all industries. No matter the size or shape of what you’re shipping, we can wrap it. Call us today at (410) 376-7052 to schedule a consultation and get started on your next project.