How much can I realistically save on stretch film costs?

In 95% of my assessments, I achieve more than 30% savings on film costs. The most dramatic result I have seen was over 50%. One client using 23-micron film with no pre-stretch switched to 10-micron Elite film and went from 540 grams per pallet to 200 grams. For a company wrapping 200 pallets a day, that translates to over €30,000 per year. The exact savings depend on your current setup, but the results are visible immediately during the test.

Will thinner film compromise pallet stability?

No. In fact, most clients end up with more stable pallets after the switch. Modern 67-layer multilayer film at 10 microns has superior holding force compared to conventional 23-micron film. I verify this on every project by measuring holding force before and after. Holding force is the most reliable indicator of pallet stability, and it consistently improves with the right film and settings combination.

Do I need to buy a new wrapping machine?

Almost never. The issue is rarely the machine. It is the settings. Most companies have good equipment running at a fraction of its capability. A machine set to 150% or 200% pre-stretch can often achieve 300% with adjusted settings alone. When that is not enough, changing the pre-stretch gearing is usually all it takes. I work with approximately 40 different machine brands and types, and in both cases there is no need to buy new equipment.

How long does the process take?

The initial assessment takes half a day. You receive a detailed report with recommendations within a week. Implementation, where I configure your machines and train your operators, typically takes two or more hours per machine. Verification happens the same day: I measure holding force and film weight per pallet to confirm the results before I leave. From first visit to verified savings, most projects are completed within two weeks.

Do you work with distributors or end-users?

Both. The process is essentially the same. I work with distributors who want to offer their clients a value-added service, proving that a better film combined with proper machine settings saves money. And I work directly with end-users who want to cut their wrapping costs. Whether I am contacted by a distributor or an end-user, the first step is always a phone call to understand the situation.

What if the projected savings are not achieved?

In 45 years and over 1,000 site visits, 95% of my assessments result in more stable pallets and better load security. Cost savings of more than 30% follow in the vast majority of cases. The results are visible immediately: you see the film weight drop on every pallet in real time. If neither outcome is achieved, you have lost nothing. The assessment is completely free.

How much can I realistically save on stretch film costs?

In 95% of my assessments, I achieve more than 30% savings on film costs. The most dramatic result I have seen was over 50%. One client using 23-micron film with no pre-stretch switched to 10-micron Elite film and went from 540 grams per pallet to 200 grams. For a company wrapping 200 pallets a day, that translates to over €30,000 per year. The exact savings depend on your current setup, but the results are visible immediately during the test.

Will thinner film compromise pallet stability?

No. In fact, most clients end up with more stable pallets after the switch. Modern 67-layer multilayer film at 10 microns has superior holding force compared to conventional 23-micron film. I verify this on every project by measuring holding force before and after. Holding force is the most reliable indicator of pallet stability, and it consistently improves with the right film and settings combination.

Do I need to buy a new wrapping machine?

Almost never. The issue is rarely the machine. It is the settings. Most companies have good equipment running at a fraction of its capability. A machine set to 150% or 200% pre-stretch can often achieve 300% with adjusted settings alone. When that is not enough, changing the pre-stretch gearing is usually all it takes. I work with approximately 40 different machine brands and types, and in both cases there is no need to buy new equipment.

How long does the process take?

The initial assessment takes half a day. You receive a detailed report with recommendations within a week. Implementation, where I configure your machines and train your operators, typically takes two or more hours per machine. Verification happens the same day: I measure holding force and film weight per pallet to confirm the results before I leave. From first visit to verified savings, most projects are completed within two weeks.

Do you work with distributors or end-users?

Both. The process is essentially the same. I work with distributors who want to offer their clients a value-added service, proving that a better film combined with proper machine settings saves money. And I work directly with end-users who want to cut their wrapping costs. Whether I am contacted by a distributor or an end-user, the first step is always a phone call to understand the situation.

What if the projected savings are not achieved?

In 45 years and over 1,000 site visits, 95% of my assessments result in more stable pallets and better load security. Cost savings of more than 30% follow in the vast majority of cases. The results are visible immediately: you see the film weight drop on every pallet in real time. If neither outcome is achieved, you have lost nothing. The assessment is completely free.

Services

From Assessment to Verified Savings

A proven 4-step process that has delivered measurable results at over 1,000 sites across Europe. The assessment is completely free.

The Process

How I Work

Measuring holding force on a wrapped pallet with a digital scale

Assessment

I visit your facility for half a day. Using printed stretch film, I measure the exact pre-stretch percentage your machine achieves. I weigh the film on every pallet. I measure holding force to assess load stability. I photograph everything. By the end of the visit, I know exactly where your film is being wasted and how much you can save.

Pre-stretch percentage marking written on wrapped pallet film

Recommendation

Within a week, you receive a detailed report. It covers your current situation with photos and measurements, the specific improvements I recommend (including film specification, machine settings, and wrap patterns) and the projected savings in euros per pallet and per year. No vague promises: concrete numbers based on what I measured on your floor.

Egbert Kort inspecting pallet wrapping equipment on-site during assessment

Implementation

For fully automatic lines, I return on-site to configure your machines myself. This typically takes two or more hours per machine: adjusting gear ratios for optimal pre-stretch, setting wrap force profiles, and programming wrap patterns. I train your operators on the new settings, teach them how to monitor performance, and establish control procedures so the savings stick long-term.

Wrapped pallet on 26-degree tilt test verifying load stability

Verification

Results are verified the same day as implementation. I measure holding force on the newly wrapped pallets to confirm stability meets or exceeds your previous configuration. I weigh the film per pallet to calculate the exact reduction achieved. You receive a complete before-and-after report with photos, measurements, and verified savings.

What I Offer

Services

Film Supply & Selection

I supply high-performance multilayer stretch film from the world’s largest producer through a network of distributors across 25+ European countries. I match the right film to your specific products, pallet configurations, and wrapping equipment.

Machine Configuration

On-site adjustment of your pallet wrapping machines. I work with approximately 40 different brands and types, configuring pre-stretch ratios, wrap force, rotation speed, and wrap patterns for maximum performance with minimum film.

On-Site Audits & Training

Comprehensive audit of your pallet wrapping process. I train your operators on optimal settings, monitoring procedures, and what to check when film performance drops. For distributors, I train your sales teams to have informed conversations about film performance.

Troubleshooting

When pallets fail in transit, film breaks during wrapping, or results are inconsistent, I diagnose the root cause, whether it is the machine, the film, the settings, or the combination. Most problems I can solve in a single visit.

Typical Results

What You Can Expect

Real numbers from actual client assessments.

Metric	Before	After	Improvement
Film Thickness	23 micron conventional	12 micron Nano Multilayer	48% thinner
Pre-stretch	180%	280%	56% more stretch force
Film per Pallet	378 grams	226 grams	40% less film
Load Stability	12 kg holding force	18 kg holding force	+50% holding force

Film Thickness

Before23 micron conventional

After12 micron Nano Multilayer

Improvement48% thinner

Pre-stretch

Before180%

After280%

Improvement56% more stretch force

Film per Pallet

Before378 grams

After226 grams

Improvement40% less film

Load Stability

Before12 kg holding force

After18 kg holding force

Improvement+50% holding force

Proof of Performance

How I Verify Results

Every assessment includes holding force measurement, the most reliable indicator of pallet stability. Holding force tells you exactly how tightly the film grips the load, regardless of product type or pallet shape. In some cases, I also perform the 26-degree tilt test as an additional visual demonstration of load integrity.

Digital scale measuring current stretch film consumption per pallet on-site

Current situation: film consumption weighed per pallet on-site

Wrapping machine control panel showing pre-stretch percentage settings per load zone before optimisation

Machine settings: second-stretch percentages per wrap zone

Tilt test with DuPont bags on pallet at 26-degree incline, demonstrating containment force

26° tilt test with 25kg bags

Measurements are taken on-site before and after optimisation — film consumption, machine settings, and load stability are all documented to quantify the improvement.

See It In Action

Watch the Process

Push test demonstrating pallet stability after optimised wrapping with multilayer stretch film.

Automatic pallet wrapping machine in operation — the type of equipment we optimise settings for.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

See the Results on Your Own Pallets

I will visit your site, measure your current setup, and show you exactly how much film you can save. The assessment is free and takes half a day.

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