Cor-Pak® Stretch Hoods powered by Nano VpCI® Available from EcoCortec® Plant!

March 26, 2021

The combination of enhanced polyethylene resins with VpCI® Technology makes Cor-Pak® Stretch Hoods powered by Nano VpCI® the most advanced corrosion inhibiting stretch film available today on the market

Stretch hoods are among the fastest growing packaging techniques for shipment of palletized goods. In recognition of this trend, Croatian bioplastics plant EcoCortec® has designed specialty plastomer material solutions to further revolutionize the stretch hood packaging market. Cor-Pak® Stretch Hoods powered by Nano VpCI® are the ultimate high-performance stretch hood films for corrosion protection of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. They are suitable for industrial use to stabilize loads and ensure pallet integrity for efficient packaging and delivery. This film is co-extruded using state of-the-art resins, offering superior strength and stretch characteristics as well as multi-metal corrosion inhibiting properties that only VpCI® Technology can deliver. UV stable and recyclable, Cor-Pak® Stretch Hoods powered by Nano VpCI® deliver puncture resistance and load holding, which allow a user to down-gauge, contain aggressive loads and produce a better package at reduced cost. The combination of enhanced polyethylene resins with VpCI® Technology makes Cor-Pak® Stretch Hoods powered by Nano VpCI® the most advanced corrosion inhibiting stretch film available today on the market. Cor-Pak® Stretch Hoods can easily be recycled and are compatible with commercially available manual and automatic stretch wrapping equipment. Cor-Pak® Stretch Hoods meet German TL 8135-002 and NACE TM0208-2018 standards for corrosion protection. Hoods can be tailored per customer request. The stretch hoods are elastic (788.4% elongation at break), sealable and show outstanding toughness. Cor-Pak® Stretch Hoods powered by Nano VpCI® can be used in the fast-growing market for various stretch hood film packaging techniques. They allow industries to quickly and securely wrap and contain heavy loads while protecting metal components from corrosion.

Cor-Pak® Stretch Hoods can be used for countless possible packaging applications such as:

• Appliances
• Automotive components
• Computers
• Construction materials
• Electrical/electronic cabinets
• Petrochemical drums
• Foundry products and equipment
• Industrial equipment
• Any metal items placed on pallets

Benefits of Cor-Pak® Stretch Hood Film:

• Provides multi-metal corrosion protection with VpCI® action
• Helps keep dust, dirt, and moisture off warehouse stock
• Stabilizes pallet loads
• Enhances packaging integrity
• Allows down-gauging for cost reduction

EcoCortec® has been promoting safe, environmentally sustainable packaging solutions for the last 15 years. The plant utilizes Cortec’s patented VpCI® Technology and offers films, papers, and bags from renewable, biobased materials. VpCI® film has already had a large impact on making corrosion protection more environmentally friendly by reducing the need for traditional hazardous rust preventatives. From highly effective film and foam technology to premium custom converted papers, EcoCortec® plant exports its wide range of products all over the world.

To learn more about Cor-Pak® Stretch Hoods powered by Nano VpCI® please visit:
https://www.cortecvci.com/Publications/PDS/EcoCortec-Stretch%20Hood.pdf

For a PDF version please click here.