RoRo StretchPack® packaging machine for JACKON Insulation by BEWI in Belgium

JACKON Insulation by BEWI’s new site in Olen, Belgium (Photo: JACKON Insulation by BEWI)

RoRo StretchPack® packaging machine
for JACKON Insulation by BEWI in Belgium

Jackon Insulation logoAt JACKON Insulation by BEWI’s newly inaugurated production facility in Olen, Belgium, a RoRo StretchPack® XL packaging machine has been installed. This advanced packaging machine plays a vital role in the new production line, ensuring that XPS construction boards are delivered to construction sites in optimal condition.

JACKON Insulation by BEWI has already experienced the benefits of the RoRo StretchPack® technology with another machine, which consistently meet their high standards for performance and reliability. The success of this installation has led JACKON Insulation by BEWI to invest in a second RoRo StretchPack® machine for their new site in Belgium.

Six-sided packaging of pallets with XPS boards

The new RoRo StretchPack® XL machine is used for packaging XPS construction boards stacked on pallets. The stacked XPS boards, including the pallet, are wrapped horizontally in a stretch hood film. The stretch hood film is welded at both ends during packaging, providing six-sided, waterproof protection. This ensures the high quality and performance of the XPS boards, keeping them dry and intact during transport and storage.

The decision to invest in RoRo StretchPack® technology aligns with JACKON Insulation by BEWI’s commitment to delivering high-quality construction boards. With the RoRo StretchPack® solution, their XPS construction boards are well protected against external contamination.

“We are thrilled that JACKON Insulation by BEWI has chosen Tentoma once again for their packaging needs,” said Troels B. Mathiesen, CEO of Tentoma A/S. “Their continued trust in our RoRo StretchPack® technology underscores the reliability and efficiency of our solutions. We are proud to support JACKON Insulation by BEWI and their commitment to delivering top-quality insulation products.”

Video: 6-sided packaging of foam rubber

When using RoRo StretchPack® for packaging foam rubber, the tubular stretch hood film will adapt to the shape of the foam rubber during the packaging process.

This is a video of a test packaging of foam rubber using the RoRo StretchPack® packaging machine requested by a system integrator. Foam rubber, also known as cellular rubber or expanded rubber, contains a high percentage of air, making it lightweight and flexible. So, it makes sense to use a RoRo StretchPack® packaging machine for packaging foam rubber, as the tubular stretch hood film will adapt to the shape of the foam rubber during the packaging process.

In the packaging process, the foam rubber is packed into a tubular stretch hood film, which is welded at both ends for 100% waterproof sealing. The packaging film fits closely to the roll, allowing for branding on the packaging film to appear nicely. The RoRo StretchPack® packaging machine can be integrated into an automated production line or used as a stand-alone solution. It accommodates different product sizes, whether packed randomly or in batches, and the packaging capacity aligns with the production line.

The final packaging will be tight, smooth, and waterproof. It is possible to make the packaging even tighter and keep the foam rubber even more compressed after packaging, beyond what you see in the video of the test packaging. Achieving this requires a RoRo StretchPack® packaging solution where the infeed device is designed to hold a compressed product and film with the required specifications.

Video: 6-sided packaging of sandwich panels

With a RoRo StretchPack® packaging machine, it is possible to automate and achieve high-quality fully sealed packaging of sandwich panels for walls and roofing.

In this video, you’ll see a RoRo StretchPack® packaging machine in action as it effortlessly packs sandwich panels into a tubular stretch film. During the packaging process, the film ends are sealed for full waterproofness. Watch as both pyramid-stacked and up-to-6-meter-long sandwich panels are packaged and sealed in just one operation.

Correct packaging is essential to maintaining the quality of insulation and sandwich panels after they arrive at the construction site. On the construction site, the panels are most often stored outdoors. The longer it takes before the panels are installed, the greater the risk of water ingress into the insulation material inside the panels. Moisture in the insulation can reduce the panel’s insulating ability and pose the risk of fungal damage in the construction. That’s why sealed and waterproof packaging is essential to maintain the quality of the sandwich panels until installation.

 

Ruukki sandwich panels i packaging with logo.
Ruukki in Finland uses RoRo StretchPack® for packaging sandwich panels.

Meet Tentoma in North America

Over the coming months, you will have a great opportunity to meet with Tentoma in North America. Our Senior Sales Manager, Johnnie Erichsen, will stay in North America until December. Based in Atlanta, Johnnie will travel across North America, visiting customers and discussing upcoming projects.

Additionally, you can meet Tentoma and Johnnie at Pack Expo International in Chicago from the 3rd to the 6th of November. Click here to register for free.

Feel free to contact Johnnie Erichsen for a talk or to arrange a meeting during his stay in North America.

Contact details:

  • Johnnie Erichsen
    Senior Sales Manager

    Email: jer@tentoma.com

    US tel.: +1 404 723 3749
    (temporary until Dec 4th 2024)

    Tel.: +45 44 12 11 37
Meet Tentoma and our Senior Sales Manager in North America.

Video: Packaging machine for poly fleece nonwoven rolls

The video showcases the test packaging of a poly fleece roll, but this packaging solution is equally suitable for all types of nonwoven rolls. The packaging machine can be integrated into an automated production line or function as a stand-alone solution. It efficiently handles various types of nonwoven rolls, whether packaged in random order or batches, with the packaging capacity aligned to meet the production line’s requirements.

New brochure about 6-sided packaging

New brochure about
6-sided packaging

Our latest brochure highlights the innovative RoRo StretchPack® solution and its benefits for 6-sided packaging.

  • 100% sealed and waterproof
  • Uniformity with high repeatability
  • Smooth surface (non-sticky film)
  • Short, strong seals in the ends
  • Optimal for print and branding on the film

Through detailed insights and numerous images, the brochure illustrates how our cutting-edge technology is revolutionizing packaging across various industries.

  • Nonwovens
  • Wood
  • Insulation
  • Building materials
  • and others…

Vacuum Unit for removing film snippets

Vacuum Unit
for removing film snippets

For visually appealing and uniform packaging, most clients choose to cut the film ends during the back sealing of the RoRo StretchPack® packaging.

When cutting the film ends, it’s essential to remove the cut film snippets to maintain a smooth automated packaging flow. For both cost-efficiency and sustainability, these snippets should be collected and sent for recycling.

Depending on your specific requirements, we provide two types of vacuum units that can be installed with your RoRo StretchPack® solution.

Hole for vacuum unit

The film snippet is suctioned away and transported to a container after being cut on the back sealing unit (BU).

Vacuum unit with integrated container

The leftover film snippets are suctioned from the back sealing unit (BU) to a container integrated with the vacuum unit. Once the container is full, simply remove the bottom plate to empty the film snippets into a bag, a wheeled container, or similar. Packaging stops when the container is full and resumes automatically once emptied. An alert indicates when the container is
nearing its capacity.

Vacuum unit for external container

This vacuum unit removes and blows the leftover film snippets into an external container of your choice. This option is suitable if you have specific requirements, such as the type and size of the container, and its placement location, or if you wish to use the same container across multiple production lines.

New packaging machine for Unisol insulation materials

UNISOL SA in Greece has now installed a state-of-the-art RoRo StretchPack® packaging machine for packaging insulation materials. This cutting-edge packaging solution, developed by Tentoma, ensures 6-sided sealed packaging.

The new packaging machine is now operational at UNISOL’s premises in Patras, Greece. Its primary purpose is to package expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation panels using a tubular stretch hood film.

Notably, the machine features an infeed belt conveyor equipped with a pusher, allowing for efficient packaging of insulation panels in various sizes. The UV-blocking stretch hood film is securely welded at both ends during the packaging process. This protects the panels against dust, moisture, and UV exposure until they are unpacked on the construction site.

UNISOL SA is a Greek producer of expanded polystyrene (EPS) with a continuous presence of 45 years in the Greek market. It was founded in 1974 by the Andriopoulos family. Today, it operates in a modern production facility in Rio, Patras, with an annual production capacity of 2,700 tons of EPS for insulation and packaging materials.

New 6-sided packaging of Unisol EPS insulation panels

Celebrating 10 years of RoRo StretchPack® Innovation

We are thrilled to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the innovative RoRo StretchPack® packaging technology.

A decade ago, Tentoma launched RoRo StretchPack®, a technique that revolutionized the way we approach 6-sided packaging – by enhancing efficiency, sustainability, and overall packaging performance.

RoRo StretchPack® is built upon the foundation of proven vertical stretch hood packaging, commonly used for upright pallet protection using stretch hood film. However, we took a groundbreaking step by refining and expanding this technology to enable horizontal packaging of products within a sealed stretch hood film for 6-sided protection.

We are proud to have transformed the packaging landscape, making 6-sided packaging more sustainable and cost-effective. As we reflect on a decade of RoRo StretchPack®, we look forward to many more years of pushing boundaries and providing cutting-edge solutions for our valued customers.

Join us in celebrating this milestone by watching the video that showcases the very first RoRo StretchPack® machine.

Celebrating 10 years of RoRo StretchPack® Innovation

Meet Tentoma at EPS EXPO 2024

This year, you can also meet Tentoma at EPS EXPO. EPS EXPO is a conference taking place on March 4-6, featuring some of the industry’s top speakers and experts who will focus on topics specific to the interests of the EPS industry.

Tentoma will have a tabletop stand at the event, where Senior Sales Manager Mr. Johnnie Erichsen will share insights into why RoRo StretchPack® is suitable for 6-sided sealed packaging EPS material. If you would like to book a meeting with him during EPS EXPO, please feel free to contact him via email at jer@tentoma.com or by phone at +45 44 12 11 37.

EPS EXPO 2024 will be hosted at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel at the Entrance to Universal Orlando.

EPS EXPO 2024