Stretch Film Dispenser HOLD3 – 35% Stretching Rate – 500mm Film Width, 76mm Core

HOLD3 hand stretch film dispenser

The HOLD3 is a hand stretch film dispenser: the roll rotates on the frame, the film passes through the brake, and the operator walks around the pallet holding the handle, rather than pulling the roll with both hands. The film is stretched by 35% as it is applied to the load.

It takes stretch film rolls from 300 mm to 500 mm wide, with a 76 mm core, and up to 510 mm in length, which matches the standard hand roll size. The roll can be swapped in seconds, and the holder height is easily adjusted to fit.

The tension is adjusted manually using the brake: set it lightly for fragile loads that must not be compressed, or more firmly for pallets that need to stay secure during transport. The same tension remains for the entire pallet, ensuring an even wrap from start to finish.

The frame is made from metal with a rust-resistant coating, and the handle is cushioned with soft foam. The dispenser weighs approximately 1.45 kg, making it comfortable to carry around pallets throughout the day without causing hand fatigue.

Typical applications for the HOLD3 hand stretch film dispenser

The HOLD3 hand stretch film dispenser is commonly used in warehouses, logistics centres, manufacturing sites and distribution operations. It is ideal for wrapping pallets, bundling boxes, and securing goods for storage or movement. The dispenser is suited to manual packing areas where loads of varying shapes and sizes are prepared for internal transfer or dispatch. It is selected for its flexibility in film width and tension, and is preferred where quick load stabilisation is needed without the expense of automated equipment.

Technical details

HOLD3 film dispenser demonstration video

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How the dispenser benefits your packing process

• 35% more film from each roll. The film is pre-stretched before application, so each roll wraps more pallets than manual use.
• Consistent wrapping. The brake maintains steady tension throughout, ensuring the load is evenly secured and the film does not split at the corners.
• Comfortable to use. With a padded handle and weighing 1.45 kg, the operator moves around the pallet rather than lifting the entire roll.
• Fits all standard hand rolls. Accepts film between 300 and 500 mm wide on a 76 mm core, up to 510 mm in length.
• Quick roll changes. The holder opens, the new roll drops in, height is set, and packing continues without delay.
• Built for warehouse use. Durable metal frame with rust protection, not made from plastic.

Film compatibility, tension and handling

• Hand-held dispenser for stretch film with 35% pre-stretch
• For film widths from 300 to 500 mm (12 to 20 inches)
• Suitable for 76 mm (3 inch) film cores
• Takes rolls up to 510 mm in length
• Tension manually adjustable via the brake
• Holder height can be set for different roll sizes
• Metal frame with rust-resistant coating
• Foam-padded handle
• Weight approximately 1.45 kg

Instructions for using the HOLD3 dispenser

1. Open the holder, place your stretch film roll onto it, and adjust the height to suit the roll.
2. Set the brake tension: use a lighter setting for gentle loads, a firmer one for pallets that will be moved.
3. Secure the film end to one corner of the pallet.
4. Walk around the pallet, starting at the base and working upwards, overlapping the film by roughly half its width on each pass.
5. Tear off the film at the finish and press the end firmly onto the load.

Care and maintenance

• Tension. Set the brake and keep the same adjustment for the whole pallet to ensure an even wrap.
• Film. For stretch film between 300 mm and 500 mm wide, with a 76 mm core, and rolls up to 510 mm long.
• Holder height. Adjust to match the roll so the film feeds straight and does not crease at the edges.
• Care. Keep the rollers and brake free from film residue and dust; a dirty brake causes uneven wrapping. Do not oil the rollers, as the film needs to grip them.

Before you purchase a film dispenser

Prices are listed on this page. The hand dispenser is selected for the film you already use, so please check these details before purchasing, or send us your roll and we will confirm if it is suitable.

• Film width. 300 mm to 500 mm. Wider film speeds up pallet wrapping, while narrower film is easier to manage.
• Core. 76 mm (3 inches), standard for hand rolls.
• Roll length. Up to 510 mm.
• Number of pallets. A hand dispenser is ideal for wrapping a small number of pallets each day; for higher volumes, a pallet wrapping machine is more cost-effective in terms of film usage.
• Weight. Approximately 1.45 kg, with a cushioned handle for comfort.