In the transport industry, hot air guns are employed for various purposes, from shaping shrink-wrapped packaging to wrapping logistics vehicles.
Adhesive wrapping for transport vehicles
Utility vehicles used for transporting goods are often wrapped in the company’s branding, including logos, brand names, advertising slogans, and company details. The adhesive used is durable, designed to last for years without peeling or fading.
An electric heat gun is used to apply this adhesive, heating the material to make it more pliable and adaptable to the vehicle’s bodywork contours. If a vehicle already has existing markings, the gun also aids in removing them before applying the new ones.
The surface for application must be clean and free from grease or dirt to ensure proper adhesion of the vinyl. Pre-cut letters and logos are adjusted on the bodywork, and as the installer gradually peels off the adhesive backing, they use the hot air gun. Uniform heat application ensures the vinyl conforms smoothly to the bodywork’s curves.
Product packaging
The heat gun is crucial for packaging products together and securing them for transport.
Pack packaging
Heat-shrink film is primarily used to create product packs, grouping small items for easy transport without loss, or applying decorative sleeves, such as securing bottle packs. This transparent film allows product visibility and can be branded with the manufacturer’s logo and colors.
Pallet packaging for transport
Pallet wrapping is a prevalent method in goods transportation, stabilizing products for easier movement, storage, and handling during loading and unloading.
Products on a pallet, wrapped in heat-shrink film, tighten around the items upon exposure to the hot air gun’s heat. As it cools, the film hardens into a protective shell.
The advantages of shrink film are many:
. It forms stable, easy-to-store and transport units.
. The hardened shell protects goods from impact and moisture.
. The watertight film safeguards against elements, dust, and dirt.
. Pallets can be easily moved with a pallet truck.
. Transparent film allows product visibility.
. Partial removal of products is immediately noticeable, deterring theft.
. The film can be printed in the company’s colors.
. It prevents damage during loading, unloading, and transport.
. Shrink-wrapping ensures the safety of stored goods by keeping them intact.
. The film’s stability allows for long-term storage of pallets.
Some shrink films offer UV protection, enabling uncovered outdoor storage without product damage.
