Choosing a suitable stretch wrapper is essential for distribution centers
Distribution centers are a vital component of the e-commerce supply chain. Like a typical warehouse, they receive and store products from multiple manufacturers. But unlike warehouses, distribution centers provide value-added services such as combining random products into one shipment - product blending - and order fulfillment. Understanding the Packaging Challenges Facing Distribution Centers Order-picking loads from product mixes are difficult to stretch-pack consistently because each load is unique. If these random products vary significantly in size and shape, the loads can become erratic, which is an even more significant challenge. In addition, it is nearly impossible to pick up these unstable loads and move them to the stretch wrapper without the product tipping over, which can cause damage and a safety hazard. Therefore, to reduce this risk, many distribution centers create a decentralized shipping environment by installing stretch wrappers in multiple loca...