What is banding?

Less packaging. More possibilities.

Banding is a packaging method that uses a narrow strip of paper or film to securely wrap one or more products.

From bundling and branding to labeling and sealing, banding brings multiple packaging functions together in one efficient solution.

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How banding works

Banding is achieved by using a banding machine. The machine wraps and seals banding material around one or more products, forming a secure band.

The process typically follows three steps:

  1. Product placement - Products are positioned in the banding machine manually or automatically.
  2. Band application - Paper or film banding material is wrapped around the product and sealed at the ideal tension.
  3. Finished packaging - The finished package is released, ready for handling, display, or transport.

This reliable process creates neatly packed products without bulky or wasteful packaging.

One solution. Many applications.

Branding - Communicate your brand, product story, and essential information while keeping your product visible.

Bundling - Secure multiple products with a single band. Create neat, stable bundles without unnecessary packaging materials.

Labeling - Add product information, barcodes, and variable data directly onto the band. Combine labeling and packaging without adhesive labels or release liners.

Why choose banding?

Less material. More value.

Use less packaging material - Replace bulky packaging with a narrow band of paper or film.

Make products stand out - Keep your product visible while adding exactly the branding and information it needs. materials.

Simplify your process - Combine bundling, branding, or labeling to reduce separate steps and manual handling.

Reduce packaging costs - Lower material consumption and efficient automation can help reduce packaging costs per product.

Banded packaging vs traditional solutions

Traditional packaging often uses more material than necessary. In many applications, a single band can replace sleeves, shrink film, or adhesive labels.

Banding vs Sleeves

Keep the branding. Lose the bulk.

Banding vs Shrink Wrap

Keep products together without wrapping everything.

Banding vs Adhesive Labels

Add product information without adhesives.

Banding material

Different products call for different packaging materials. That's why banding is available in both paper and film, printed or unprinted.

  • Paper: Easily recyclable, minimal environmental footprint, and gives your product an eco-friendly look and feel.
  • Film: Delivers a sleek, premium appearance while offering enhanced durability for sturdier requirements.

Different products. One smart solution.

From food packaging to industrial bundling, banding adapts to products of different shapes, sizes, and production requirements.

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Meat & Fish

Secure, brand and label your products with one band.

Industrial Laundry

Bundle your laundry securely with less material and handling.

Graphics & Print

Bundle printed materials neatly without damaging delicate surfaces.

Fruit & Veg

Keep produce visible while adding branding and product information.

Better banding starts with better technology.

Since 1990, Bandall has been developing banding solutions that make packaging more efficient, reliable, and sustainable.

From compact Stand Alone machines to fully automated systems, our technology is designed around your product and production process.

Precision engineering. Reliable performance. Smarter packaging.

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