Rotary Arm Wrapping Machine for Heavy or Unstable Loads

When pallets are heavy, unstable or difficult to position on a traditional turntable, a rotary arm wrapping machine provides a practical alternative. The FROMM FS2500A Rotary Arm Wrapping Machine wraps stretch film around a stationary load, making it ideal for demanding applications and businesses wrapping high volumes each day.

What is a rotary arm wrapping machine?

A rotary arm wrapping machine keeps the pallet stationary while a powered arm carries the stretch film around the load. Unlike a conventional pallet wrapping machine, the load does not need to rotate on a turntable during the wrapping cycle. 

This makes rotary arm wrapping particularly suitable for:

• Heavy pallet loads

• Tall or unstable loads

• Lightweight products that may shift if rotated

• Loads with irregular dimensions

• Wrapping high volumes

• Loads moved using a trolley or pallet jack

Why choose a rotary arm machine instead of a turntable wrapper?

The main advantage of a rotary arm wrapping machine is that the pallet remains stationary throughout the wrapping cycle. This reduces the risk of unstable products moving, shifting, or falling as the stretch film is being applied.

Heavy loads can also be wrapped without placing their full weight onto a rotating platform. The load can be positioned within the wrapping area using a forklift, pallet jack or suitable trolley, depending on the site and application. 

For businesses that primarily use pallet jacks, a rotary arm machine can provide easier access that a traditional turntable wrapper. Turntable machines may require a loading ramp, which takes up additional floor space and can require the operator to align the pallet jack correctly when loading and unloading.

By removing the need for a turntable and ramp, the FS2500A can support a more accessible and space efficient wrapping area.

Designed for wrapping high volumes

The FROMM FS2500A is designed for businesses that need to wrap a large number of pallets consistently and efficiently.

Once the pallet is in position, the machine applies stretch film according to the selected wrapping program. This provides greater consistency to hand wrapping and reduces physical effort required from operators. 

Automatic film attachment and end-of-cycle film separation further streamline the process. Operators do not need to manually attach the film at the beginning of every cycle or cut it when wrapping is complete.

Automatic film attachment with FROMM Æolus technology

The patented FROMM Æolus system uses controlled air technology to automatically attach the stretch film at the beginning of the wrapping cycle. Once wrapping is complete, the system separates the film and secures the remaining film tail against the load. 

This automatic process delivers several practical benefits:

• Reduces manual film handling

• Shortens the time operators need to spend with each load

• Removes the need to manually cut the film

• Produces a cleaner finish without loose film tails

• Supports efficient wrapping across high volume applications

Can the FS2500A be customised?

Yes. The FROMM FS2500A can be configured with a broad selection of options to suit different loads, production environments and packaging processes. 

Available options include:

Integrated conveyors

Conveyors can move pallets into and out of the wrapping station as part of a broader end-of-line packaging system. This is ideal for businesses looking to connect pallet wrapping with other production or material handling equipment.

Topsheet dispenser

A top sheet dispenser places a protective sheet over the top of the load before wrapping. This can provide additional protection from dust, moisture and other contaminants during storage or transport. 

Top platen

A top platen applies downward pressure to the load during wrapping. It can provide additional stability for lightweight, tall or unstable products while stretch film is being applied.

Label applicator

A label applicator can add identification, logistics or tracking labels as part of the packaging process, reducing the need for a separate manual handling step. 

Additional options are available depending on the load, wrapping requirements and surrounding equipment.

Who is the FS2500A suitable for? 

The FS2500A is well suited to manufacturers, warehouses and distribution facilities that:

• Wrap heavy, tall or unstable pallet loads

• Process high load volumes each day

• Move pallets primarily with pallet jacks or trolleys

• Have limited space for turntable ramps

• Want automatic film attachment and separation

• Require a customised or integrated conveyor wrapping system

• Require more consistent wrapping than their current process

 Is a rotary arm pallet wrapper right for your business?

A rotary arm wrapping machine may be the right choice if rotating the load is difficult, unsafe or unsuitable for the product. It can also provide a more accessible solution where pallets are moved without a forklift or where a turntable ramp may occupy too much valuable floor space.

The most suitable configuration will depend on your pallet dimensions, load stability, daily wrapping volume, stretch film requirements and available space. 

FROMM can assess your application requirements and recommend an FS2500A configuration suited to your products and packaging process. 

View the FS2500A specifications here >> or contact the FROMM team to discuss your requirements>>