Application Cases of Stretch Film in Cross-border Logistics

In today's increasingly frequent global trade, cross-border logistics has become the core support for numerous manufacturing companies, foreign trade enterprises, and e-commerce platforms. However, cross-border logistics routes are longer, the processes are more complex, and the transportation time is longer. How to ensure that the goods are "safe and sound" during the long journey has become a crucial part of supply chain management.

Today, we will use a real case of an export-oriented manufacturing enterprise to gain a deeper understanding of the key application scenarios of stretch film in cross-border logistics—it is not just a simple "wrapping"; it is actually an indispensable "first line of defense" in the entire international transportation safety system.

I.Customer Background: Annual Export Volume Increases, but Damage Rate Remains High

This customer is a furniture manufacturing enterprise located in Southwest China (hereinafter referred to as " A Company"), mainly exporting to European and American markets, with approximately 80~100 containers shipped overseas every month. Due to the large volume, heavy weight, and easily damaged surface of the products, the safety of packaging and transportation has always been their most pressing concern. 40HQ The company's early pallet packaging scheme was relatively simple: using thin stretch film for manual wrapping, combined with strapping or corner protectors. However, this method is only suitable for local delivery; once it enters the cross-border logistics stage, problems arise one after another:

A The sea transportation process is very bumpy, and cargo tilting and package scattering frequently occur;

1.The stretch film is easily torn, and after moisture and salt spray penetrate, the packaging layer peels off;

2.Frequent customer complaints about damage at the port of destination, resulting in returns or claims, increasing operational costs;

3.Low efficiency of manual packaging, delaying the shipping cycle.

4.The cross-border logistics journey is long and arduous, and these problems make

the company worry with each shipment. A II. Solution: Re-understanding the Role of Stretch Film

At a trade show,

the company learned about the stretch film solutions provided by our Chinafilm company. We conducted on-site diagnosis and customized suggestions, putting forward the following key directions: A Using high-stretch ratio

1. puncture-resistant stretch film + To ensure that it is not easily broken during wrapping and has long-term covering ability during sea transportation, we recommend using stretch film made of special materials with the following characteristics:

1>Stretch rate of or more, providing a tighter and more secure wrapping effect; 250% 

2>Strong puncture resistance, not easily damaged by the corners of goods or vibrations during transportation; 

3>Stronger moisture resistance, reducing the impact of water vapor on packaging in the maritime environment. Introducing the "bottom support

2. cross wrapping + top protection" structural packaging method, we designed a standard wrapping structure: + First, horizontal wrapping is performed at the bottom of the pallet to increase bottom stability;

Stretch rate of Then, vertical cross wrapping is performed to improve overall anti-displacement ability;

Strong puncture resistance, not easily damaged by the corners of goods or vibrations during transportation; Finally, waterproof protective film or corner protectors are added to enhance top protection.

Stronger moisture resistance, reducing the impact of water vapor on packaging in the maritime environment. Standardized operating procedures

3.  Equipment assistance + We recommend introducing semi-automatic wrapping equipment in the shipping warehouse, so that the stretch ratio of the stretch film is more controllable and the number of turns is more standardized, avoiding inconsistencies in packaging due to human differences.

III. Results: Improvement in both Transportation Safety and Costs

After two months of continuous optimization and promotion,

the company gradually replaced the original packaging scheme with our Chinafilm customized stretch film solution and fully introduced automatic wrapping machines in the final packaging process before export. The changes are obvious: A Result 1: Significant Improvement in Cargo Stability

The goods in the container have changed from occasionally scattered to "as stable as a rock." Multiple transportation records show that even after arriving in Europe and then being transferred by truck to inland cities, the packaging remains intact.

Result 2: Reduced Damage Rate

Customer Feedback shows a significant reduction in claims due to packaging damage, and some customers even proactively stated that "protective boards can be reduced," increasing trust. 80%

Result 3: Improved Export Efficiency and More Standardized Packaging

With the support of wrapping equipment, one person can complete the pallet packaging task that originally required

2~3 people, increasing efficiency by more than and improving the packaging aesthetics and professionalism. 60% Result 4: Overall Packaging Cost Reduction

Although higher-performance stretch film is used, by reducing film consumption, labor costs, and indirect losses caused by damage, the overall packaging cost per container has decreased. 20%

IV. The Value of Stretch Film is More Than Just "Wrapping"

This case fully demonstrates that stretch film is no longer a simple consumable material where "as long as it can be wrapped is fine," but a comprehensive tool that integrates materials science, packaging design, and process management. In cross-border logistics, which has a long chain and high-risk transportation environment, it is more like "invisible insurance": protecting your goods, reducing risks, and winning customers.

Moreover, the stretch film solutions required for different industries, cargo types, and transportation methods vary greatly. Only by truly "customizing the film according to the goods and determining the method according to the process" can the stretch film achieve its maximum value.

V. In Conclusion: Assisting Chinese Manufacturing in Going Global

write at the end: help China manufacturing go global.

In the tide of globalization, every item heading to overseas markets, whether it's export furniture, machinery, electronic products, or home appliances, carries the reputation of the brand and the hopes of the enterprise. Stretch film, though small, is crucial to the bigger picture.

If you are also engaged in cross-border trade, or are facing difficulties with shipping safety and packaging costs, consider this: Are you really using the right stretch film?

Chinafilm Group provides customized stretch film products and one-stop packaging optimization services for cross-border logistics, helping enterprises build a packaging safety barrier from "factory to destination." Allowing Chinese manufacturing to not only be exported, but also to travel safely and sustainably.