Frequently Ask Questions

What is shrink film?
Why use shrink film?
What are the main reasons Shrink Wrap is the RIGHT BUY?
For industrial construction:
For packaging transport and storage:
Marine industry:
What is the difference between shrink wrap and stretch wrap?
Why is shrink film better than visqueen?
Why is shrink film better than blue canvas tarps?
Shipping shrink wrap?
How do you prevent condensation that will lead to mildew or mold?
How do I get inside a shrinkwrap protected item?

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Why use shrink film?
Shrink Wrap is cost effective, labor friendly, environmental safe, recyclable, weatherproof and installs quickly.

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What are the main reasons Shrink Wrap is the RIGHT BUY?
Shrinkwrap is economical, installs quickly and is environmentally safe. It requires little maintenance and prevents costly clean-up. The plastic is weatherproof, puncture, fire & wind resistant and aids to block the sun.

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For industrial construction:
Shrink-wrap can be used in the critically important area of containing sandblast residuals or chemical stripping of hazardous material such as lead, asbestos, and heavy metals. Installing shrink wrap with heat fused seams will contain virtually 100% of sandblast or chemical abatement residuals, as well as allow complete project/equipment weatherization and product protection. With easy installation and low maintenance, shrink wrap is the most reliable and inexpensive containment method available today.

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For packaging transport and storage:
Shrink wrap is very durable and has many uses for packaging of large, and small items. Shrink wrap can provide weatherization of irregular shaped objects, palletized truckloads of equipment, commodities, wood products, temporary housing, greenhouses and over the road freight which will provide a secure cover and can protect from all types of storm damage.

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Marine industry:
Installing shrink wrap will form a (cocoon) skin tight shroud to weatherize boats for storage and transport thereby saving dollars associated with the labor of double handling and the risk of weather damage to products.

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What is the difference between shrink wrap and
stretch wrap?
Stretch wrap is applied by stretching it around an object with minimal protection; it sticks to itself and is better known as pallet wrap. Shrink film requires a propane fired heat gun to shrink the bag or sheeting around the object. It becomes skin tight forming a tough shroud.

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Why is shrink film better than Visqueen?
Shrink wrap is shrunk tight around the object so there is no fluttering by the wind to deteriorate the plastic. Visqueen is applied using tape to hold the pieces together. Unlike visqueen, shrink wrap does not become brittle, break down and tear when exposed to sun's UV rays. Shrink wrap remains pliable under extreme temperatures and the life of shrink wrap is one to two years depending on the application and the shrink film's formulations. It is not uncommon to have Visqueen fail within a day or two after applied.

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Why is shrink film better than blue canvas tarps?
Shrink Wrap special formulated shrink film forms a tough skin tight barrier. Mobile Shrink Wrap's shrink film does not normally shred or become brittle in extreme weather conditions. Tarps do not withstand long term storage or transport and loosen and sag as time prevails.

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Shipping shrink wrap?
No problem, Shrink Wrap helps stop weathering of your products and
chaffing caused by flapping canvas covers.Shrink Wrapping is the preferred way to ship by rail, truck, ship,plane.

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How do you prevent condensation that will lead to mildew or mold?
Mobile Shrink Wrap offers & installs specially made vents to allow for "breathing" and we have VCI bags and capsules (vapor corrosion inhibitors) available. Our Z-rust capsules are available in 2 cubic or 4 cubic foot sizes. These capsules protect against moisture and repels rust on wiring and metal components. The VCI dry bag is a mildew inhibitor (dessicant) that kills mildew & bacteria in a 400 square foot area.

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How do I get inside a shrinkwrap protected item?
Mobile Shrink wrap can install zippers, hatches and doors to allow for access. Inspection authorities are far more stringent since September 11, 2001; zip hatches and doors will make their job easier and less intrusive for you.

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