Bale Wrapper Machine

Airtight wrapping prevents odors, moisture, and pollutants from escaping the bale, and limits oxygen exposure, which reduces combustion risk during storage. Wrapped bales keep their shape and are safe to stack in high piles. 

Customizable wrapping programs optimize film use for each purpose. The wrapping pattern applies more film to the corners and less to the flat sides, cutting film consumption without compromising protection. A stable bale shape reduces the need for extra wrapping layers, and correct film selection lowers total consumption further. 

Wrapping capacity adapts to the process, not the other way around. The wrapping program defines the pace: a long wrapping program wraps 40 bales per hour, and when fewer film layers are needed, capacity rises up to 60 bales per hour. Programs also control film consumption, so each bale gets the right protection without excess film. Wrapper models are available for standard-sized bales and for larger bales.

The bale stays stationary during wrapping. It is not rotated, which means less littering, less material loss, and less cleaning. Heavy-duty belt conveyors keep bales intact along the line, so more material stays in the process rather than on the floor.

Wrapping lines are designed to be robust, durable, and highly reliable. Built with high-quality components and backed by more than 30 years of experience, many lines have run for decades with regular maintenance. Maintenance needs are minimal and mainly consist of routine preventive tasks.

Compact, modular design adapts to capacity, bale size, and layout needs. Everything before and after the safety fences can be tailored to the available space and existing baler setup. Popular add-ons include conveyors, weighing systems for bale weight control, labelling for traceability, and Film Watch technology that monitors film usage.

Airtight packaging reduces odor, leakage, and environmental impact and makes processes cleaner. Long-distance transportation with protected bales is also cleaner, as wrapped bales do not litter along the way.

A tight package preserves material quality during storage and transport. Wrapping keeps waste-based fuels such as RDF and SRF safely and effectively contained for efficient use, storage, and logistics. It also maintains the fuel’s calorific value, because oxygen and moisture cannot enter the wrapped bale and react with the material. In addition, wrapping helps prevent the waste fuel from combusting and reduces fire risk during storage and transportation.

Cross-wrapping is a bale-wrapping method in which stretch film is applied to a square bale from all six sides. Unlike most wrapping methods, the bale remains stationary during the entire process and is not rotated, which reduces littering and material loss. The wrapping pattern applies more film to the bale corners, where the highest stress occurs during handling, transport, and storage, and less to the flat sides. The result is a strong, fully sealed package with the optimal amount of film.

A cross-wrapped bale stays in good condition because moisture and oxygen cannot reach the material. Wrapped bales do not litter and have no odors, so they are easy and clean to transport by truck, train, or ship. See more on YouTube!

Square bales use transport and storage space more efficiently, stack more easily and safely, and offer higher payload efficiency, which lowers transport costs.

Read more: Square bale vs. round bale: how they differ

The basic wrapping line wraps up to 60 bales / hour, Direct wrapper can wrap up to 45 bales / Outdoor storage is one of the key strengths of the method. Wrapped bales are protected against rain, snow, and moisture, and the film type and wrapping program can be optimized for short-term or long-term storage.

In most applications, a film thickness of 25 micrometres provides a good balance between strength, protection, and cost-efficiency. Precise film specifications and recommendations are available upon request to ensure optimal performance in each application and operating environment.

Optimized wrapping programs reduce unnecessary film use by applying more film to the corners and less to the flat sides, where reinforcement is needed. A stable bale shape reduces the need for extra wrapping layers, and correct film selection also improves efficiency and lowers total consumption.

Capacity depends on the selected wrapping program. A long wrapping program wraps 40 bales per hour, and when fewer film layers are needed, capacity rises up to 60 bales per hour

The 2200 and 2500 models offer up to three wrapping programs, allowing operators to choose the right one based on bale type, storage time, and transport requirements. The Direct Wrapper operates on a single fixed program.

The standard delivery time for standard models is typically 12 weeks from order confirmation. Additional features or customization may affect the schedule. Installation and commissioning are always planned according to site conditions. 

Cross Wrap supports customers globally, wherever the machine operates. Support and spare parts are available directly from Cross Wrap, and a network of trusted local service partners in the UK, Finland, Norway, France, the Netherlands, Germany, Spain, Italy, Chile, and the USA brings expertise even closer. This ensures fast response times and reliable support throughout the machine’s lifecycle.