Protecting goods is essential to avoid problems in their management, which is why baling is an interesting option. In this article, we outline the main advantages.
10 reasons why protecting goods is essential
Baling is a highly recommended technique for protecting goods. Why? Because it compacts the load on each pallet, providing greater stability.
It should be noted that there are different types of strapping. Not surprisingly, there are machines for the agricultural, processing and construction industries, to give just a few examples. And there are strapping machines, but also banding machines, depending on whether you are looking for stretch film wrapping or load securing with strapping.
That said, there are many advantages to this way of working, and in various fields. Take note, as this will be of interest to you:
1. Protection of goods: safety
Firstly, the protection of goods provides safety for the goods and stability in the load. The stability provided by baling, thanks to the tension of the film, significantly reduces the likelihood of breakages or falls.
This safety does not only affect the load, but also the people who handle or move it. We point this out because, within a risk prevention policy, this option also reduces the chances of workplace accidents. It should be noted that this issue goes beyond the economic question, because it also affects legal regulations.
Consequently, bundling goods is very useful because it guarantees safety throughout the entire process. This is an essential point.
2. Protection against external agents
Protection against external agents is another advantage of strapping. For example, the transparent film protects the goods from water, dust, humidity, oil and, to varying degrees, sunlight. All these points are particularly interesting because they result in an improvement in the quality of the load.
It should be noted that external agents are the cause of various problems with loads. Therefore, it is advisable to use stretch wrapping because it will have a positive impact on the load as a whole. Ultimately, external agents can cause goods to be unloaded or become defective.
3. Reduction in returns
Cargo in good internal and external condition greatly reduces the likelihood of it being returned or held up at clearance or customs. Or, without going any further, it also reduces the chances of cargo being returned when it reaches the customer.
Nowadays, cargo protection is no longer an option, but a standard required by most companies. Of course, you will have to review the sector in which you operate and adapt accordingly.
4. Better cargo traceability
New technologies have contributed and continue to contribute decisively to improving the traceability of goods. But in this case, strapping also plays its part.
A wrapped pallet makes theft or loss more difficult. What’s more, it makes it easier to monitor the condition of the goods at all times, from the moment they are palletised until they reach their destination or the end customer, if applicable. For this reason, and thanks to the IoT, this monitoring can be carried out with guaranteed success.
Therefore, and taking into account that goods are continuously tracked today, improving traceability is a winning factor.
5. Increased Economic Productivity
Increased economic productivity is another advantage of wrapping. Considering the fact that this technique allows for better load securing, it also makes much better use of space, both in warehouses and on trucks. If we add to this the objective fact that there are fewer returns, it’s clear that productivity will increase in several ways.
However, one thing should be noted: the wrapping, to meet these requirements, must be of high quality. Therefore, it is highly recommended that you consult a professional manufacturer with experience in the sector.
6. Easier Quality Control
Quality control is another element that will be simplified thanks to wrapping and load protection. Not surprisingly, as traceability is simpler, so are quality control processes. This doesn’t mean that there won’t be occasional problems, but, in general, processes are optimized, including in this area. Any department manager or employee will have an easier time with a wrapped pallet.
7. Cost Reduction
Cost reduction is, ultimately, the advantage that can be derived from using stretch wrapping to protect goods. And this cost reduction manifests itself in several ways, such as:
- Less sick leave: Since load management is safer, the possibility of workplace accidents is reduced. Fewer workplace accidents are essential for reducing business costs and expenses.
- Fewer returns: Returns are undoubtedly a cost issue for companies. And the fewer, the better. For this reason, it’s worth noting that fewer returns also mean fewer expenses and costs.
- Reduced packaging costs: Reducing packaging costs is another relevant aspect. Not surprisingly, it should be noted that stretch wrapping machines allow for quality work, optimizing the use of packaging material and tensioning it to the correct degree.
- Lower transportation costs: Finally, stretch wrapping reduces the transportation costs of goods. Let’s keep in mind that space is better managed, allowing for more merchandise to be stored in the same space, which is a positive advantage.
For all these reasons, security is also a key factor in good financial management for a company. And, of course, also in competitiveness.
Therefore…
Merchandise protection is synonymous with quality, profitability, and process optimization. Therefore, incorporating a wrapping machine for your company is an interesting option. At Movitec, you’ll find a catalog of different wrapping machines by industry and process. Contact us!