Epsilon-Opti Films Corp.: Shrink film

Opti-97, a shrink film from Epsilon-Opti Films (South Plainfield, NJ), is suitable for high-speed packaging where cooling time is limited between shrink tunnel exit and bulk placement in a box.

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The film, available in a centerfolded configuration from 6" to 30"W and in singlewound sheeting from 10" to 60"W, is said to have no tackiness as it exits the shrink tunnel. The film is available in 3 standard gauges: 60 (15 micron), 75 (19 micron) and 100 (25 micron).

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