The wrap colors, blue and white, couldn’t be put in the same baler even though they’re made of the same type of plastic, because recyclers want a single color.

Registered boat owners in the U.S. dispose of 92 million pounds of used shrink wrap each year, the majority of which ends up in landfills. Clean Ocean Access, a non-profit, launched a recycling ...

Other Considerations About Shrink Wrapping. Here are a few other things to consider when using shrink wrap on your boat. Handling Open Flames and Safety. If you've never used a propane heat gun before ...

More than 125 tons of shrink-wrap was recycled in the inaugural year of the program last year, with Ocean County leading the way with 47.7 tons, according to statistics issued last week by the DEP.

"Even though shrink wrap has been around 25 to 30 years, there's people who have never seen it," he said. "We haven't come close to tapping into its potential." March 1, 2009.

You Companies like Dr. Shrink (dr-shrink .com) and Pro-Tect (shrinkwrapboats .com) offer the tools, materials and even instructions.A new propane heat gun can cost anywhere from $600 to $1,200, but ...

Shrink wrap may protect Maine boats, but it can harm the environment. The low-density polyethylene plastic that comes off in the spring is a challenge for disposal. Posted August 20, 2017.

Dr. Shrink sells a shipping prepaid bag for fifty bucks so you can recycle it with them. Yes, this might buy you a nice lunch but consider how much we spend on our boats each year.

Shrink wrap and stretch wrap are two popular types of plastic films in the packaging industry, each with specific benefits tailored to different needs. While both serve as protective coverings ...