FAQS

What is overwrapping?

Overwrapping is the process of taking a carton or bundle of cartons (and similar) and wrapping it with heat sealable film. It is often referred to as a “tuck & fold” style wrap. Common items that get overwrapped include perfume cartons, tea boxes, pharmaceutical products, and confectionery boxes amongst others.

How does overwrapping and shrink wrapping differ?

The shrink wrapping process uses polyolefin film whereas the overwrapping process uses polypropylene film. Polypropylene, often referred to as PP, OPP, or BOPP, tends to be less expensive than polyolefin “shrink” film. The shrink wrapping process also has higher operating costs when compared to overwrapping. Shrink wrapping is best used for low volume product runs and products that are not square. The quality and attractiveness of an overwrapped product does not compare to a shrink wrapped product.

What are all the packaging styles your machines can create?

Overwrapping, banding, stretch banding/bundling, and 4-side sealing.

How does RTG/Sollas America support their machinery in North America?

Our Chalfont, PA facility provides factory-trained service technicians as well as an extensive spare parts department. Combined with our experience sales engineers, we can support customers throughout North America promptly and effectively.

Where are your machines manufactured?

Sollas machines are manufactured in The Netherlands (Holland) by Sollas Holland B.V. and distributed exclusively by Roberts Technology Group in North America.

How flexible are your machines?

All Sollas machines stand out for their flexibility to handle different size products and can easily be adapted from one format to another. All adjustable units are provided with quick change devices and numeric indicators with scales for ease of change over. Sollas machines are designed to require few product related change parts. The parts that are required are easily replaced and the lowest price on the market.

Can I get a sample wrapped?

Absolutely! Send some of your products to us and we will wrap them for you.

Where can I get the film material used on your machines?

Our RTG Films division can supply all material used on our machinery. We will match you up with the right film for your particular application.

Do you offer used equipment?

Yes. We offer factory certified used equipment when we have it available.

Do you offer rebuilding services?

Yes. If your machine needs work, send it to us and our service technicians will complete a factory certified rebuild.