If you've decided to buy an automated turntable stretch wrapping machine, then you have to choose between semi-automatic and automatic systems. What are the differences between the two? Which option should you choose?

How Do Semi-Automatic Turntable Wrappers Work?

Semi-automatic turntable stretch wrappers wrap items such as boxes and pallets for you. Here, you place an item on the turntable. You then program the machine to create the wrap you want.

The machine then wraps the item, usually from the bottom to the top and then back down again. As it wraps, the turntable turns the item to ensure you get complete coverage.

Once the machine is done, you take the wrapped item off manually. The machine is then ready for your next job.

How Do Automatic Turntable Wrappers Work?

Automatic turntable stretch wrappers do the same job as semi-automated machines. They also automatically wrap items on a revolving turntable.

However, these options are more automated. For example, you don't have to put items on the turntable and take them off at the end of the wrapping process. You can set up automatic systems to feed items on and off the turntable automatically.

So, the machine pulls an item onto the turntable to wrap it. It then pushes it off the turntable while pulling another item on.

You also usually get more automated controls here. You set the machine at the beginning of a wrapping job, and it then wraps any item on its line automatically. You don't need to touch the controls again unless you need to change their settings.

Plus, some machines also have smart control technology. Once you start them off, they assess the item and wrap it according to its dimensions and weight.

Which Turntable Wrapper Is Best?

Both semi-automatic and automatic turntable stretch wrappers are easier and quicker to use than a manual wrapping machine. However, you should choose an automated option that best suits your labor and job-wrapping needs.

For example, if you simply want your workers to wrap faster and more easily, then a semi-automated machine helps them do this. This is also a good option if you don't wrap a lot of similar items at the same time.

However, if you want to cut down on labor costs or wrap a lot of items at the same time, then a fully-automatic machine might be a better choice. Once one of your workers starts the machine off, it works independently until it has wrapped everything.

If you want to buy turntable wrapping equipment, chat with a supplier to learn about your options.

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