We've been doing this for decades, and we believe that as a customer you deserve to know what you're buying when you go with us. Any equipment distributor can put a manufacturer's brochure in front of you and talk about it, but we know that showing you exactly what your application needs based on our past experience will better inform your decision making as you seek equipment for your facility.
We document every installation, startup and retrofit that we can with photos and videos to show the attention to detail we take and the depth of our services.
In an industry where every application is not the same, we know how important versatility is, and we take pride in being able to offer customization, integration, programming and retrofit services.
We install, service and retrofit hundreds of machines every year, this is just some of them.
Automatic stretch wrappers eliminate the need for operator interaction with the wrapper and are high capacity work horses meant for the toughest of production environments.
Automatic wrappers save your team time and money while providing the most load security possible – whether it be a conveyorized stretch wrapper that allows a forklift operator to drop off a pallet and continue with their work, or a stationary, space saving rotary arm wrapper that utilizes your existing floor space as the wrap zone.
SWS Packaging specializes in the installation, programming and customization of automatic stretch wrappers and we can integrate them with any line in your facility.
Semi-automatic stretch wrappers are machines that require the user to initiate the wrap sequence after placing the pallet in the wrap zone.
Usually turntable machines but not always, semi-automatics are small, highly portable, and are usually a more affordable option for smaller operations. They’re great for facilities with limited space availability.
Additionally, split base stretch wrappers, meant for wrapping extra-wide loads are usually semi-automatic.
Though we started out as stretch wrapper distributors and still sell many of them every year, SWS Packaging has evolved since 2009 to become a distributor of front of the line equipment as well as various other end of the line machinery.
- Case Erectors & Loaders
- Carton Sealers / Tape Machines
- Shrink Wrappers & Bundling Systems
- Labeling & Ink Jet Printers
- Product Strappers
- Bagging Systems
- Stretch Wrappers
- Pallet Strappers
- Palletizing Systems
- Conveyor systems
Your packaging line is a vital part of your business, and the efficiency it provides is something your business would struggle without – but it isn’t your most important investment.
Your employees are what make your business go, so it is important they are protected to the highest degree when operating any equipment.
Warehouse machinery can be extremely dangerous, especially when operated carelessly or by the untrained worker, so we do everything we can here to beef up equipment safety.
- Equipment fencing
- Light curtain sensors
- Alert lights
- Audible alarms
- Pressure triggered safety mats
- Laser based safety switches
- Remote control panels
- Hands free depalletizers
- Lanyard selectors
- & more
- Carriage retrofit
- Banding device retrofit
- Roping device retrofit
- Conveyor installations/retrofit
- Preventative Maintenance
- Custom Programming
Need help fast? We offer affordable remote support for stretch wrappers via in-app video conference and phone call. Lantech, Wulftec, Orion, Highlight, ITW / MIMA and more.
In keeping with the practice of social distancing to prevent the spread of COVID-19, having the ability to quickly get thorough and insightful help from an experienced technician who sees what you see and hears what you hear is a game changer.
MEMOS, short for Machine Efficiency Monitoring Operating System, logs data such as how much film is used per pallet, and over a specific timeframe, as well as how much money is spent wrapping pallets over a timeframe. It also sheds light into facility downtime, quota fulfillment, machine maintenance intervals and more.
Application Consulting
Installation
Optimization & Maintenance
Stretch Film, Strapping Material, Corrugated, Bubble, Foam
Since 2009, we have been the packaging & automation equipment experts that operations of all sizes have turned to for a direct and comprehensive approach to their application's needs.
Solutions for projects of all sizesFrom small breweries and non-profit operations to multinational conglomerates, SWS provides an array of services and products that optimize workflows, improve facility safety and boost worker morale.
The stretch wrapper and it's significanceThe pallet stretch wrapper is known as being one of the final pieces in a facility's outbound packaging process, but it's actually a major pivot point in your supply chain, beyond which you have little to no control over what happens to your product.
Yes, your pallet is now wrapped and ready to leave your facility - and the only guarantee you can make is that it is packaged securely.
SWS ensures that every machine is configured for maximum efficiency and we utilize a number of load containment systems. We make sure our customers are spending the least amount of money to ship the most secure pallets possible.
Packaging Equipment, Service, Parts & Supplies
Helping your business grow
Based in York, Pennsylvania – SWS started out as a distributor of stretch wrap machines. They install hundreds of wrappers each year, hence the name Stretch Wrap Systems – but have since grown to be distributor’s and service providers for all types of packaging equipment.
The time and care taken with each of our customer’s projects is what separates us from our competitors. From installation, configuration, and customization – to training and ongoing service & support – it’s all in the attention to detail and the willingness to go the extra mile.
We do that, we’ve done it before – we’ll do it for you.
- "Your technicians did a really good job - very professional. I have detailed reports from them on all jobs they performed and one of them stayed late to make sure everything running okay. A few additional deficiencies were then discovered, please send me repair quotes and we will schedule repairs. Thank you for very good job!"
Preventative MaintenanceSWS technicians replaced numerous parts and optimized 4 machines from 3 different manufacturers. - “I just wanted to take the time to reach out and thank you for the professionalism, hard work, and commitment I saw on John Koehler’s part. He maintained communication with me as he prepared to arrive and did a fantastic job in challenging conditions (refrigerated space). The machine will make an incredible impact for our business this season, and his patience, dedication to ensuring everything was set up properly, and easy going demeanor provided me with the confidence to move forward.”
Pharmaceutical CompanySWS makes easy work of cold storage installations. - “Your recommendation to looking at and finally deciding upon Wulftec equipment has been well received by our workforce, and our on-site customer. The quality of the equipment just jumps out at you when you see it in person. Additionally, the assembly team, led by John Koehler, had a pretty tight timeline of 24 hours to get 6 machines up and running during our down time. John exceeded our expectations. John also was of great value in ensuring everything that was discussed prior to installment was achieved. He also spent a generous amount of time training the end users over 2 shifts the proper use of the equipment, including all safety related features. To say we are happy would be a complete understatement.
We now know firsthand the importance of having the equipment installed correctly from the beginning. In our meetings John talked about the “attention to detail” and that clearly is seen in the installation of our Wulftecs.”
Logistics CompanyIt's smooth sailing for this logistics company after SWS removed their old stretch wrappers and installed their new Wulftec fleet - “We purchased our Wulfec SMH-150 with standard base stretch wrapper back in December 2011. It has served us faithfully every work day since we put it into operation in February 2012. It has been used 5-6 days a week almost every week for the last 36 months and has never once let us down. We will wrap anywhere from 20-60 pallets/day with the average being @ 40. We have hit it with our fork trucks but it is so well built that it can take a beating. Our work environment is extremely dusty and dirty but that has not affected our Wulftec at all. We have not performed any maintenance on the machine because it has not needed any.”
Specialized Soil ProducerYears of daily use hasn't slowed down their Wulftec one bit - "They were gentlemen, very customer oriented. They did a great installation, everyone is trained, and all of the teammates are very happy. Thanks for your help."
"John, thank you for installing our new Wulftec this week. It is working beautifully, and we are already feeling the productivity gain. I appreciate your customer oriented approach. I look forward to getting local information about setting up preventative maintenance."
Medical Product SupplierSWS installed their new stretch wrapper and trained their employees on proper use and maintenance of the machine - "I just wanted to say thank you and to let you know that the thorough training on the operation and maintenance that John gave us on the Wulftec SML-150 stretch wrap machine was greatly appreciated. He was great! Took his time and very pleasant. It was a great experience for us and we are looking forward to getting the machine going in our Mexico facility.
There are other Wulftec distributors, but none seemed to know their product as well. Just through initial conversations, you had offered some options that others had not which made our purchase the right one with the right options."
Music Equipment CompanyJohn installed the machine and trained this company's employees on operation and maintenance. - “It’s quite obvious you guys know your stuff…this machine hasn’t run this well in years & thank you for the work you guys have done for us, we are very very happy – John kicks a**!”
Virginia Service CallAfter experiencing many film breaks, SWS technician John rebuilt this customers film carriage & reprogrammed the customers film feed system. View full service overview - “Your guys are the real deal…I have seen very few people that could do the work these guys can do and do it in conditions like we have. To say I am impressed would be a complete understatement as to the quality of work performed…WOW. Please make sure they know how impressed we are with them and this machine…tell them again, thank you!”
Central NJ Food DistributorInstalled the complete system in one weekend in a -15° freezer! View the full installation overview
