Net Weight vs Gross Weight in Stretch Film
· Product Knowledge
When purchasing stretch film, customers often compare rolls using total weight. However, total or gross weight includes the core and packaging material, which cannot be used for wrapping.
What Is Gross Weight?
Gross weight includes:
- Stretch film
- Paper core
- Plastic wrapping
- Other packaging material
A heavier roll does not always mean it contains more usable stretch film.
What Is Net Weight?
Net weight refers only to the actual stretch film available for wrapping products or pallets.
Why Net Weight Matters
Two rolls may have the same gross weight but different quantities of usable film. A roll with a heavier core contains less film. This affects:
- Actual film received
- Cost per kilogram of usable material
- Pallets or cartons wrapped per roll
- Daily stretch-film consumption
- Hidden core cost
Compare Performance Too
Weight alone should not be the only purchasing criterion. Also check:
- Stretchability
- Cling
- Puncture resistance
- Film thickness
- Load stability
- Breakage during wrapping
Purchase on Usable Material
Businesses should compare stretch-film suppliers based on net film weight, performance and total wrapping cost. Skyline Industries promotes transparent weight comparison so customers pay for usable stretch film rather than unnecessary core weight.
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