What is this service?
Industrial shrink-wrapping drapes polyethylene-based film over the cargo and heats it with a propane heat tool so it shrinks tightly to the cargo's form. It is used with support frames, edge protection, ventilation vents and, where needed, VCI-treated film.
Who and which cargo is it for?
- Large machines that will not fit a crate
- Boats, vehicles and construction machinery
- Steel modules and skid-mounted equipment
- Cargo stored in the open in the port area
Scope of service
- Protection for sharp edges and protrusions
- Support frame where needed
- Film draping, seaming and heat-shrinking
- Ventilation vents and access doors
- VCI film option and desiccant
Typical operation stages
- 1
Preparation
The cargo is cleaned; sharp edges and sensitive parts are covered.
- 2
Support
A frame and slope are created where needed so the film does not hold water.
- 3
Draping
Film is laid starting from a perimeter band below the cargo.
- 4
Shrinking
The film is shrunk with controlled heat; seams are welded.
- 5
Venting
Vents and, where needed, access doors are fitted.
- 6
Check
Holes, loose areas and water pockets are checked.
Methods and materials
Polyethylene shrink film
Thickness and UV additive chosen by how long the cargo stays exposed.
VCI shrink film
Film with corrosion inhibitor for metal-surfaced cargo.
Vents
Allow air circulation to reduce condensation inside the film.
Safety and checkpoints
- Propane heat tools are hot work: permits, extinguishers and a fire watch are required under port and site rules.
- No heat is applied near fuel tanks, batteries or flammable material.
- Work-at-height equipment and fall protection are used.
Example scenario
Example scenario (illustrative): for a mobile crane superstructure shipping on a flat rack, the cab and hydraulic areas are first padded with foam, a frame is built on top with a slope so water runs off, it is wrapped in VCI shrink film and vents are fitted on both sides.
Locations served
Our İzmit / Kocaeli based team works at ports and industrial sites around Kocaeli and the Gulf of İzmit. For operations outside Kocaeli, state the location in your request.
Frequently asked questions
Can shrink-wrap replace a crate?
It protects against exposure but is not as strong as a crate against impact and stacking loads. The choice depends on sensitivity, transport conditions and whether stacking is possible.
Does moisture form inside the film?
Without vents and desiccant, condensation can form as temperatures change, so venting and, where needed, VCI are planned for long voyages.
