Collapsed skids and failed pallet loads are almost never caused by stretch film alone. In most cases, stretch wrap is applied correctly for a flawed pallet‑load system.
At Kyana Packaging Solutions, we solve pallet failures using the Kyana Packaging Assessment (KPA)—a structured, repeatable evaluation of load design, containment, and handling forces. The KPA identifies why your skids fail and what to change to prevent collapse without simply adding more wrap.
Common symptoms we see:
Common root causes:
The KPA separates containment problems from structural problems, which is the key to solving collapse.
1. Load Geometry & Weight Distribution Review
We evaluate:
What we often find:
Tall, narrow, or top‑heavy loads rely on stretch film to provide structural support—something film is not designed to do long‑term.
✅ Corrective actions may include:
2. Carton Compression & Stack Strength Evaluation
Stretch film failure often begins inside the load.
The KPA examines:
Common finding:
Skids collapse because cartons fail in compression, not because film fails in containment.
✅ Corrective actions may include:
3. Pallet Integrity & Support Assessment
No amount of stretch film can compensate for a weak pallet.
The KPA evaluates:
Common finding:
Film is applied tighter to compensate for a pallet that flexes during forklift handling.
✅ Corrective actions may include:
4. Stretch Film Selection & Application Analysis
Only after the structure is validated do we assess the film.
The KPA reviews:
Critical insight:
More film does not equal better containment. Excessive force often crushes cartons, initiating skid collapse.
✅ Corrective actions may include:
5. Handling & Distribution Risk Evaluation
The KPA accounts for:
Many pallets that survive outbound shipping fail on second or third touches.
✅ Corrective actions may include:
KPA Findings → Real‑World Results
Consumer Products – LTL Distribution
Industrial Goods – Mixed Weight Pallets
What Not to Do When Skids Collapse
❌ Simply increase wrap force
❌ Add more film without addressing structure
❌ Switch film suppliers before evaluating load design
❌ Ignore pallet quality and reuse cycles
These actions often worsen damage while increasing cost.
Why Use KPA for Stretch Film and Pallet Failures?
✅ Treats containment and structure as one system
✅ Identifies root cause before material changes
✅ Reduces film usage while improving load integrity
✅ Creates repeatable standards across facilities
✅ Prevents over‑wrapping and carton damage
The KPA ensures pallet stability is engineered, not improvised.
If stretch film is failing or skids are collapsing in transit, the issue is almost certainly systemic—and solvable.
Contact Kyana Packaging Solutions to perform a Kyana Packaging Assessment (KPA) and build pallet loads that remain intact from dock to delivery.