VCI shrink films or shrink wrap are designed to shrink when exposed to heat, creating a tight and conforming protective wrap around the metal object.
The rust prevention packaging can be used for various metal objects, including individual components, machinery, equipment, and large structures. They are relatively easy to apply using heat-shrinking equipment, allowing for efficient and secure packaging of metal items.
Rust Prevention Packaging Film
VCI shrink wraps keep metals clean, dry, and corrosion-free. They achieve this through the incorporation of volatile corrosion inhibitors and UV stabilizers.
The packaging is durable, flexible, and resistant to punctures and tears, allowing it to conform to the wrapped equipment’s shape easily. Moreover, the VCI shrink film contains UV-blocking compounds, effectively protecting against potential damage caused by harmful UV rays.
When metals are wrapped or packaged in polyethene film, the VCI compounds form an invisible protective molecular layer on the surface of the metal. The protective coating is a barrier, preventing moisture, salt, dirt, oxygen, and corrosion-causing materials from depositing directly on the metal.
Corrosion Protection for Storage and Transportation
VCI shrink films are transparent, enabling visual inspection of the metal components without unwrapping. The heat-shrinkable films provide extended corrosion protection during storage and transportation, ensuring that the metal objects remain in excellent condition.
The corrosion protection film can protect metal components during international shipments, safeguarding them from corrosion in different climates and environments. Cleaning is unnecessary when using VCI shrink film as the volatile corrosion inhibitors will safely dissipate once the part is unwrapped.
This ensures the metal emerges clean, dry, and ready for use. Additionally, the VCI shrink film can be stored outdoors in environments with changing weather and ample sunlight without compromising its protective properties. It is a reliable barrier against moisture and contaminants, making it an ideal choice for protecting goods during transportation via rail, flatbed truck, or ocean-bound containers.
- Proven corrosion inhibitor chemistry
- Allows outside storage with protection from the weather, environment, and UV rays
- Flexible and durable material conforms to large, irregularly shaped equipment.
- Keeps contents clean, dry, and corrosion free
- Fits tightly around the rough edges without damaging the metal surfaces inside
- Secures load during transport.
- Stretch, tearing and puncture-resistant
Premium VCI Shrink Film
- A well-rounded, thick, and flexible shrink film
- Extra thick flexible film
- Suitable for ferrous and non-ferrous metals
- UV stabilisation feature
- Ideal for outdoor storage and export environment applications
VCI Shrink Film (Ferrous)
- Rugged and durable material
- Specialised in ferrous metals protection
- UV stabilisation feature
- Ideal for outdoor storage and export environment applications
Standard VCI Shrink Film
- General-purpose shrink film
- Not for corrosion protection of metals
- Ideal protection for flatbed, container shipping, or barge
- Applicable for outdoor storage and export environment applications