At Guozhao, we witness this every day. And sometimes the film doesn’t shrink properly or has folds, and it’s because the air or temperature is not what the film seeks. Understanding the impact of temperature and humidity on shrink film label can help you achieve better results while avoiding problems with packing your goods.
How Temperature & Humidity Affect Shrink Film Performance?
If the humidity is too low, however, the film will dry out and become brittle, which could lead to cracking or other damage when it contracts. At Guozhao, we have seen that various shrink film packaging do react differently to moisture.
How to Get the Best Shrink in Any Temperature?
Guozhao suggests heating the film or the packing area when use in cold places. On the flip side, when it's too hot, sealed air shrink film may become overly soft or even begin to shrink before you're ready for it.
Common Shrink Wrap Problems from Temperature Swings
Shrink film is a type of plastic used for wrapping applications and promoting the product shelf life. Down sizing when heat is applied makes packages look neat and secure. Unfortunately, temperature can be a problem when it comes to shrink film. When the temperature changes suddenly, a film may not work well.
Wholesale Packaging Buyers Guide
It becomes highly important for businesses that purchase shrink films in bulk to know the role temperature and humidity plays on their shrink films. Humidity is how much water vapor is in the air.