PVC and Aluminium Profile Packaging Machines

Why profile packaging needs automation

PVC and aluminium profiles leave the extrusion and cutting line with visible surfaces – powder-coated, anodised, laminated or polished – that must reach the fabricator free of scratches, dust and moisture. Long lengths and export transport make packing one of the most labour-intensive steps in the plant.

• Manual wrapping needs many people per bundle and still gives uneven tension and exposed edges.
• Wooden supports under bundles have to be taped on and wrapped again so they do not fall off.
• Untidy, inconsistent packs lead to surface damage and transport claims.
• Hand packing cannot keep pace with modern extrusion and cutting lines.

Which machine for which profile?

How profiles are packed depends on what leaves the plant: single profiles, profile bundles or finished frames.

Packaging methods compared

Each packaging method protects profiles in a different way. Many plants combine two of them, for example wrapping single profiles at the extrusion line and shrink-packing the finished bundles for export.

Method	Best for	What it gives you	Edda solution
Stretch film, single profiles	Profiles straight from extrusion or cutting	Spiral wrap against scratches, dust and moisture, at line speed	Speedwrap Profiline, Speedwrap 550
Stretch film, bundles on wooden supports	Bundles ready for shipment	Bundle and supports held together in one tight, uniform wrap	Olympia 150 S line
PE shrink film and banding	Export and long storage	Closed, dust- and moisture-proof cover that holds the bundle tightly	Shrink Nylon Lines
Bubble film and stretch film	Laminated or painted profiles and frames that need cushioning	Air bubble layer plus tight stretch film, applied in a single pass	Total Closing (BN) series
Stretch film, assembled frames	Finished windows and doors	Frame wrapped through a large ring, with no limit on length	Framewrap series

Key figures at a glance

Machine	Product length	Cross-section	Speed	Film
Speedwrap Profiline	1000–6000 mm	70 × 18 up to 260 × 270 mm	Up to 36 m/min	Stretch, 170 mm, 23–35 micron, two cartridges
Speedwrap 550	Min. 1000 mm, no upper limit	Min. 70 × 18 mm	Up to 36 m/min	Stretch film
Olympia 150 S	Min. 700 mm, no upper limit	Min. 200 × 18 mm	Ring up to 60 rpm	Stretch, up to 250 mm
Shrink Nylon Lines	2500–6000 mm	150 × 150 up to 250 × 250 mm	Up to 30 m/min	PE shrink, 450 mm, 70 micron
Framewrap series	No upper limit	Frames up to 150 mm wide, 1200–2235 mm high	Up to 12 m/min	Stretch, up to 500 mm (220S)

Full specifications and layout drawings are in the product catalogue.

Case study: from 10 people to 3 on a PVC profile bundle line

A global PVC profile manufacturer with production in Türkiye packed its profile bundles by hand. About 10 people loaded and unloaded each bundle, wrapped it with PE film and secured it with tape. The wooden supports under the bundle were taped on and then wrapped again so they would not fall off.

Edda built a complete line around the Olympia 150 S automatic horizontal orbital wrapping machine: custom conveyors for long bundles, a wooden support placement system, a centering system, sensors that detect the supports, safety light curtains and a touchscreen operator panel.

One forklift operator and two assistant operators now run the line, and every bundle leaves with a clean, uniform stretch film wrap. Read the full case study.

How an automatic profile packaging line is built

Every line is engineered around the customer’s profiles, layout and output. A typical line combines these stations:

1. Infeed transfer tables take profiles or bundles from the extrusion, cutting or bundling area.
2. Conveyors in custom lengths carry the product through the line at the required speed.
3. Centering system positions each product in the middle of the conveyor before wrapping.
4. Wooden support placement and detection for bundles shipped on supports.
5. Wrapping station: an orbital stretch wrapper, a bubble and stretch (BN) unit, or shrink film and banding stations.
6. Safety light curtains and a touchscreen operator panel for safe, simple operation.
7. Outfeed tables deliver wrapped products ready for bundling, storage or loading.

Conveyors, buffering tables, centering systems and lifters are part of our line equipment range, so the whole line comes from one supplier.

See the machines at work

What to check when choosing a profile wrapping line

• Profile length: your maximum and minimum lengths, and whether conveyors and tables cover the full range.
• Cross-section: the ring opening must be larger than your profile, bundle or frame.
• Line speed: the wrapper should keep up with your extrusion or cutting line, so packing never becomes the bottleneck.
• Surface sensitivity: laminated, painted or polished profiles may need a bubble film layer under the stretch film.
• Film width: it affects how quickly a long product is covered and which film rolls you need to stock.
• Integration: plan infeed and outfeed tables, transfer systems, working height and safety devices together with the extrusion, cutting or assembly line.

Frequently asked questions

What is a PVC profile wrapping machine?

A horizontal (orbital) stretch wrapping machine that wraps profiles with stretch film as they pass through a rotating ring on a conveyor, protecting surfaces from scratches, dust and moisture.

Can a profile wrapping line be connected to my extrusion line?

Yes. On the Speedwrap Profiline, infeed and outfeed tables, conveyor lengths and working height are designed for each project, so the line matches your extrusion or cutting line layout.

How fast can a PVC profile bundle be wrapped?

In the Olympia 150 S line delivered to a PVC profile manufacturer, a 6 m bundle is wrapped in less than 50 seconds. Single profiles on the Speedwrap Profiline run at up to 36 m/min.

Which film does the Speedwrap Profiline use?

23–35 micron stretch film, 170 mm wide, on Ø230 mm rolls of up to 3 kg with a Ø76 mm core, fed from two cartridge units.

Stretch film or shrink film for profile bundles?

Stretch film on an orbital wrapper protects single profiles, bundles and frames without heat. Shrink Nylon Lines pack bundles in 70 micron PE shrink film and band them for a closed, dust-proof pack for storage and export. Our engineers will recommend the right option for your product and logistics.

How do you protect laminated or painted profiles?

For sensitive surfaces, our BN models apply an air bubble film layer and a stretch film layer in a single pass, giving cushioning and a tight outer wrap.

Can you wrap finished windows and doors?

Yes. The Framewrap series wraps assembled PVC, aluminium and timber frames up to 2235 mm high, with no limit on product length.

What information do you need for a quote?

Your profile type and surface, cross-section, minimum and maximum length, bundle size, output per shift and, if possible, a layout drawing of the area.

Further reading

• PVC profile wrapping machines: profiles, bundles and frames
• Case study: automatic PVC profile packaging line replaces manual wrapping
• Precision in profile packaging for window and door frames
• How to choose an orbital wrapping machine: a buying guide