Year: 2021

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April 2021 Shrink Wrap News – from the Industry Leader, Dr. Shrink, Inc.

April Notes from Mike.

April is here and we were beginning to welcome the first signs of Spring the last couple weeks, until last evening and this morning when it was snowing, blowing, and felt like 11 degrees Fahrenheit– typical Michigan weather for you! We are looking forward to beautiful spring weather coming soon. That means it is time to start thinking about removing those shrink wrap boat covers that have served you well during the harsh winter months. We want to remind you all to do your part and be sure to recycle your old, used shrink wrap.

For those in Michigan, you can purchase our EZ-Fill bags and schedule your pick-up with our recycling partners! If you are located outside of Michigan, you can still recycle your shrink wrap film. ALL of Dr. Shrink’s premium shrink wrap is 100% virgin resin made of #4 LDPE – which is one of the most common plastic materials out there and is acceptable at MOST local recycling centers. I encourage you to contact your nearest recycling center to inquire about recycling your wrap!

One more exciting note for the Dr. Shrink team this April – once we reach April 21st, we will be celebrating our 29th year in business! THANK YOU for 29 incredible years. We would not be here if not for all of you! Be sure to check out our 29th anniversary special below!

Stay safe and happy Spring!

-Mike Stenberg, President & CEO, Dr. Shrink, Inc.

INSIDE APRIL

DR. SHRINK CELEBRATES 29 YEARS IN BUSINESS
REASONS FOR RESIN AND SHRINK WRAP PRICE INCREASES
RECYCLE YOUR SHRINK WRAP COVERS
“DON’T TRASH YOUR SHRINK WRAP” VIDEO: RECYCLE WITH EASE!
APRIL CLOSEOUT SPECIALS

Celebrating 29 Years in Business!

THANK YOU to all of our incredible customers for making Dr. Shrink was it is today! Without you, we would not be here and as a special thank you, we wanted to offer a special promotion – exclusive to our loyal customers.

On the day of our company anniversary, APRIL 21st – visit us online at dr-shrink.com and place an online order of $290.00 or more, use promo code DR29 at checkout, and you can unlock a special offer of… $29 off your shrink wrap order of $290 or more!

Use promo code: DR29

Offer only available online.
Offer only available Wednesday, 4/21/21 until 11:59 PM EST

Reasons For Resin and Shrink Wrap Increases

In the wake of resin increases continuing to hammer the market on raw material (polyethylene), we thought it best to provide a brief explanation of how this affects our highly valued customer base. 

As most of you are already aware, we have experienced a total increase of $0.43/lb. from August of 2020 to date. 

There have been many variables and ever-evolving changes world-wide that have impacted these increases over the months; from weather induced natural disasters, political climate, raw material shortages, simple supply and demand, and several others, to name a few. 

We understand that increases, especially in this capacity, are never a welcomed change. That said, we assure you that we are passing along only the exact increase on raw material as it is received from our manufacturers. There are no additional production costs, or other fees impacting these increases. 

These resin/raw material increases are market-wide and non-negotiable; no manufacturers, distributors, or customers are exempt from them. We assure you our pricing is just as competitive today as it was early last year, in the current market. 

To be as transparent as possible, we are hearing from our manufacturers that it is likely we will see pricing continue to climb through April. We, like all of you, hope to see these increases taper off sooner rather than later and will update you if/when that begins to happen. 

As a valued customer, we take the utmost care in offering you the best possible price on the highest quality product to ensure continued success in your business ventures.  We can send you an outlined detailed list of increases we’ve incurred since August of 2020 if you wish, feel free to request that any time.  

We appreciate your continued patronage and look forward to serving you as your business continues to flourish.

Recycle your old, used shrink wrap this Spring! Here's how you can do it...

ARE YOU LOCATED IN MICHIGAN?

If YES, you can participate in our “Recycling Run” where you will purchase an EZ-Fill bag and will schedule a pick-up/drop-off with our area partners. Learn more about our program and register today – feel free to contact us with any questions!

ALL SHRINK WRAP USERS CAN TYPICALLY RECYCLE LOCALLY…

Dr. Shrink’s film is 100% virgin resin made of #4 Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) and is one of the most common plastic types AND is 100% recyclable at most local recycling centers! All you need to do is remember to keep it C.0.0.L. which is our easy reminder to make sure your wrap is CLEAN, has ZERO accessories (vents, strapping, doors, etc.), has ZERO moisture (be sure it is dry), and is LOOSE when packed for recycling.

Do the environment a favor and give your local recycling center a call. If you need any specific details or data sheets on the plastic, contact us and one of our customer service team members will be glad to help!

Not exactly sure how to easily remove your shrink wrap cover? Check out our Recycling Run Silent Movie below, starring our very own President/CEO of Dr. Shrink, Inc., Mike Stenberg. Thank you for your effort to recycle this premium plastic.

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March 2021 Shrink Wrap News – from the Industry Leader, Dr. Shrink, Inc.

March Notes from Mike.

This month, I want to take a little time and talk to you about your shrink wrap business. Are you currently just focused on the Marine Industry? Looking to make the jump to expand your business? I can tell you that expanding into different industries/markets and growing your business into being a year-round operation is how we have grown Dr. Shrink to where it is today. It’s important to “think outside the boat”. Understanding the benefits that other industries can offer from utilizing the properties of shrink wrap is a game-changer.

With that, I want to go through some of the major industries we supply materials to, and provide you some insight as to how you can potentially make your business a thriving, year-round endeavor.

If you have any questions or are interested in specific opportunities in certain industries, please do not hesitate to contact me or our world class customer service team. We also have a convenient form on our website where you can share details of what you are looking for and we will provide more information. Hope everyone has a great month!

-Mike Stenberg, President & CEO, Dr. Shrink, Inc.

INSIDE MARCH

REASONS FOR RESIN AND SHRINK WRAP PRICE INCREASES
EXPLORING SHRINK WRAP INDUSTRIES
POPULAR TRAINING VIDEO: FULL ENCAPSULATION
MARCH CLOSE-OUT SPECIALS
PATRICK’S DAY WEEKLY BUNDLE SPECIAL

Reasons for Resin and Shrink Wrap Price Increases

Polyethylene trading roared back to life after the New Year rang in, the spot market had largely been starved of material during December and buyers returned from the holidays in need of resin. Several ongoing production issues have greatly restricted Polyethylene supplies and since the start of the year, a massive monomer rally, spurred along by cracker outages, has further complicated the situation.  

As of February 22nd, 2021, we received word that an additional resin increase has hit the industry on raw material (polyethylene) due to the inclement weather in Texas which caused production facilities to shut down and further limit supply of resins. 

We understand that price increases are never a welcomed change, but we assure you that we are doing everything in our power to keep your pricing as competitive as possible in today’s market.

Please be aware that the price fluctuation you see on shrink wrap products reflects the exact increase that has hit the market ($0.31 USD overall in 2020-21), and not a cent more. As a valued customer, we take the utmost care in offering you the best price possible on the highest quality product to ensure your business ventures are a success.

Detailed 2020/2021 product increases to date:

August 26th, 2020: $0.05/lb on Standard and Flame Retardant Shrink Wrap.

September 10th, 2020: $0.04/lb on Standard and Flame Retardant Shrink Wrap.

November 18th, 2020: $0.05/lb on Standard and Flame Retardant Shrink Wrap.

January 11th, 2021: $0.05/lb on Standard and Flame Retardant Shrink Wrap – 7% on VCI film.

February 15th, 2021: $0.05/lb on Standard and Flame Retardant Shrink Wrap as well as increases on tape, poly sheeting, vents, caps, misc. plastic accessories, strapping, buckles, Shrinkfast heat tools, parts, and accessories.

February 22nd, 2021: $0.07/lb on Standard and Flame Retardant Shrink Wrap.

We appreciate your continued patronage and look forward to serving you as your business continues to flourish.

Let's Explore 6 Industries of Shrink Wrap

The industries of shrink wrap are vast and provide the opportunity for year-round business. Many installers focus on the Marine and Recreation industry, however, that season is one of the shortest available in the year. Here we will highlight all of the industries and their potential for your business growth throughout the year.

The Marine and Recreation Industry is one of the biggest served by Dr. Shrink. Despite only three primary peak months, the Marine and Recreation industry is one of the most recognized in the shrink wrap industry as a whole. Boats, RVs, outdoor furniture, ATVs and much more are typically wrapped for seasonal storage purposes.

6 and 7-mil material with ventilation is the primary application and there is high volume potential as the market swells in the early to late fall. With recognition comes saturation, and this is the most competitive industry in shrink wrap. It is essential to provide a quality product and Dr. Shrink can help supply your needs.

Search all of our popular marine products now!

The Disaster Relief & Restoration Industry has exploded over the past few years. Insurance companies, restoration companies, and contractors are all finding the superior benefits that shrink wrap has over the competition when looking for weather tight solutions at a time of disaster. Hurricanes, tornadoes, hail storms & severe winter weather all have an application where shrink wrap provides superior, cost effective protection of valuable assets that have been damaged as a result of these natural disasters. Here are some resources expanding on the Disaster Relief Industry.

The use of shrink wrap in the Trucking & Transportation Industry is becoming more popular, as full encapsulation of the products can make it completely weatherproof. This is an ideal industry to add to your Marine and Recreation market when looking to expand immediately. The techniques are easy to learn which will allow you to quickly expand to a year-round business without a huge learning curve.

The Construction & Scaffolding Industry can yield huge profit margins and is a 12 month shrink wrap business. Government and large building contracts will require scaffolding work and exterior containment. Shrink wrap is a cost effective and durable material that can be used for scaffolding. Available in Extreme 12-mil thick, with flame retardant sizes also available, the Dr.+ provides the largest sizes of shrink wrap available on the market. Browse our 12-mil shrink wrap.

One of the fastest growing year-round shrink wrap markets, Industrial wrapping can yield great business as customers demand packaging solutions along with corrosion inhibiting protection. This can all be provided by film supplied by Dr. Shrink. Our 7-mil VCI wrap is PERFECT for this industry and was designed specifically for it. Access details about our 20′ x 100′ VCI 7-mil Shrink Wrap.

Agriculture and Farming is a longer seasonal business, however, it’s more of a niche market but has high potential if located in desirable regions across the globe. Based on the changing seasons of the agriculture business, storage structures and equipment storage are among some of the most popular jobs performed by agricultural wrapping specialists. Because of the potential abuse that accompanies the industry, 8, 9 and 10-mil wrap is often used based on requirements.

Greenhouses for residential and commercial applications are also an area of large growth for many of Dr. Shrink’s clients with our wide array of clear films available.

Learning HOW-TO Shrink Wrap in a New Industry...

The basic principles are generally the same across each industry, but in order to maximize your profit, you need to know the tips and tricks in each industry to be truly successful. This is why we have compiled a comprehensive training library for you and your team.

SOME BASIC HOW-TO’s TO GET YOU STARTED:

Industrial Equipment & Machinery HOW-TO
Accessory Installation for any industry
Patio Furniture, RV & Other Recreational Equipment

Still have questions? Feel free to contact us and we can get you pointed in the right direction to grow and expand your business!

This is one of the most popular videos in the HOW-TO library – illustrating how to fully encapsulate a piece of equipment/machinery to make ready for transportation.

The week of St. Patrick’s Day (March 15th – 21st) is your lucky week!

Use that week’s promo code to get a FREE Dr. Shrink Can Coozie with your order! Make sure to subscribe to our e-list to receive the promo code.

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February 2021 Shrink Wrap News – from the Industry Leader, Dr. Shrink, Inc.

February Notes from Mike.

We hope everyone has had a great start to their new year! As we start looking towards warmer months, we need to think about recycling our used shrink wrap film. With that, all of us here at Dr. Shrink want to remind you to “Keep it C.0.0.L. & Recycle your Wrap.” Many of you may or may not know that all of our premium film is 100% Virgin Resin, #4 LDPE, and is accepted at most recycling centers if properly prepared for disposal. This is why we are launching our C.0.0.L. recycling reminder/tagline as an easy way to remember proper shrink wrap disposal for recycling purposes. Keep these points in mind; your wrap needs to be Clean, have Zero accessories (such as strapping, vents, doors, etc. – tape is OK), have Zero moisture (make sure it’s dry) and finally, is Loosely packed for disposal — keep it “C.0.0.L.” To read our full press release, click here.

By taking the extra 3-5 minutes when you are unwrapping your boat and following our simple steps, you can be part of the recycling solution and keep thousands of pounds of plastic material out of our landfills.

Thank you to all of our incredible customers for being part of our global recycling initiative. If you ever have any questions at all, please feel free to contact me or any member of our world-class customer service team and we are more than happy to help.

-Mike Stenberg, President & CEO, Dr. Shrink, Inc.

INSIDE FEBRUARY

THINK SPRING – THINK “C.0.0.L” RECYCLING
ATTENTION ALL SHRINK WRAP INSTALLERS!
VERSITI BLOOD DRIVE A SUCCESS
VIDEO HIGHLIGHT – DON’T TRASH YOUR SHRINK WRAP
SEVERAL CLOSEOUT ITEMS AVAILABLE ONLINE

Recycle Your Used Shrink Wrap!

Dr. Shrink is one of the largest suppliers of shrink wrap across the globe, and while offering premium and high-quality products, recycling of used shrink wrap continues to be a top priority for us.

“Taking care of our environment that we, as boat owners and outdoor recreation enthusiasts, all enjoy, should be a top priority,” says Mike Stenberg, President & Founder of Dr. Shrink, Inc. “With a little bit of effort and education, we can all do our part and recycle our old, used shrink wrap for free or very little cost.”

All of Dr. Shrink’s film is 100% virgin resin made of #4 Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE). This is one of the most common plastic materials available, and its recycled contents is frequently used in plastic lumber, construction sheeting, and garbage bags. Many boat owners think of our shrink wrap as a “plastic bag” which is not commonly recycled at your local recycling center, however, our material is different.

To start, pick up the phone and contact your local recycling center and ask them if they will accept “#4 LDPE plastic sheeting”. Some locations may require you to provide documentation, and Dr. Shrink is happy to help; you can access specification documents online at: dr-shrink.com/recycling, or you can email us at: recycle@dr-shrink.com and we will be more than happy to assist. From there, remember to: Keep it C.0.0.L. To ensure your wrap is accepted at the local recycling center, be sure it is clean, has zero accessories (such as strapping, buckles, vents, or zipper doors), has zero moisture and is dry, and finally, is loosely packed for easily handling and sorting when it arrives at the local recycling center.

Recycling and environmental stewardship is not a new concept to Dr. Shrink, we have pioneered a number of recycling programs throughout the country.

“We have created a comprehensive recycling program in our home State of Michigan, and its 20+ years of success is one of our proudest accomplishments as a company.” says Stenberg, “Our goal each and every year is to continue to build upon our program, and this year, we are hoping to expand our efforts across the entire country.”

Dr. Shrink currently partners with the Michigan Recycling Coalition (MRC) and Bay Area Recycling for Charities (BARC) to keep used shrink wrap out of area landfills each and every year with their Recycling Run program.

If you are a marina owner, or a boat owner, and are interested in learning more about recycling, reach out to Dr. Shrink who can assist you.

Are you located in Michigan?

Participate in our Recycling Run program!

You can buy EZ-Fill bags here and register for pick-up this Spring here. Thank you for keeping this premium plastic out of the landfill!

Calling All Shrink Wrap Professional Installers!

We always have several people across the nation calling Dr. Shrink and asking for shrink wrap services or installers in their area — are you a shrink wrap installation business who would like to be included on our “Professional Shrink Wrap Installers” list? Please fill out the form by clicking the link. Once approved, we will add your company to our Professional Shrink Wrap Installer’s list and refer customers to you!

Versiti Blood Drive at Dr. Shrink Another Success!

Thank you to everyone who donated at our most recent blood drive on January 12th. Many from the community showed up and we ended the day with 20 donations!! We will be having the Versiti Blood Bus back again for another blood drive on May 20th (time TBD).

A special thank you to our local restaurant Two Slices for the fresh sandwiches and adorable cookies to keep everyone’s strength up!

A fun video made a couple years ago feautring our very own Mike Stenberg and Adam Schimke!

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January 2021 Shrink Wrap News – from the Industry Leader, Dr. Shrink, Inc.

January Notes from Mike.

Happy New Year! Hope you all had a very Merry Christmas and have enjoyed the holiday season! 

As I take time during the New Year holiday to reflect on the past 365 days, I have to say I am impressed. I am impressed with each of our incredible Dr. Shrink team members, for adjusting to the ever-changing ways we needed to continue to provide world-class customer service. I am impressed with all of our customers, for continuing to grow and advance the industry of shrink wrap during this unprecedented time. And finally, I am impressed with how we have all come together to collaborate, share new ideas, and continue to grow the shrink wrap industry.

I know I speak for all of us here at Dr. Shrink when I say, THANK YOU. Thank you to each of you, our loyal customers, for supporting us during a truly historic and unprecedented year. We all look forward to working with you, and hopefully seeing many of you at shows and events in 2021. Happy New Year!

-Mike Stenberg, President & CEO, Dr. Shrink, Inc.

INSIDE JANUARY

VERSITI BLOOD DRIVE 2021 – JANUARY 12TH
TWO SUPERYACHT REFITS USING DR. SHRINK PRODUCTS
PLAN FOR A FULL 2021- YEAR ROUND INDUSTRIES
VIDEO HIGHLIGHT – MAINTENANCE TIPS FOR YOUR SHRINKFAST 998
TAKE OUR SURVEY – WHAT HOW-TO VIDEOS DO YOU WANT US TO MAKE?

Please consider signing up for our Blood Drive on 1/12/2021!

You can sign up and reserve a time to donate by clicking here. Thank you!

Recent Shrink Wrap Work in Australia at Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard

Two superyacht refit and refinishing projects (the 243 foot Dragonfly and the 207 foot SuRi)– all possible by using shrink wrap to contain and fully encapsulate the yachts while they were repainted and other work was being done. As stated in the article, GCCM CEO Trenton Gay said that the completion of these projects demonstrated the yard’s ever-evolving and expanding marine refit and repair capabilities.

“Worldwide, it is well known that repainting sizeable yachts presents numerous challenges for captains and crews with regard to sourcing shipyards with the right capabilities and being able to undertake mammoth paint projects in a timely and cost-effective manner,” Gay said.

“Painting large-scale yachts on water is arguably the silver bullet of the marine refit and repair industry because it alleviates the need to lift the vessels out of the water while also allowing crew to stay on board and other interiors or motor maintenance work to be progressed at the same time, representing wins all-round,” he said.

Based on these two successful projects, Australian local and state government authorities have, for the first time, issued an Environmental Authority (EA) for GCCM to be able to undertake such projects on an ongoing basis. More large-scale jobs like these are already lining up for next year.

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Make expanding your shrink wrap business, your 2021 New Year’s Resolution! Connect with one of our Dr. Shrink team members to discuss how we can help you expand into these other industry sectors in 2021.

Transportation Wrapping

Use your equipment throughout the year in the transportation industry. Learn the different application techniques from marine wrapping to a transportation cover, and stock up on supplies.

Visit our How-To Center

Disaster Wrapping

Hurricane, tornado and roofing repair is one of the fasting growing shrink wrap industries. Learn more about the industry from the leaders at Dr. Shrink.

Learn more on disaster relief

Material Handling

Protect your customer’s investment with the proven protection of shrink wrap. 9-mil, 10-mil, and 12-mil thicknesses are top thicknesses to use for material handling.

Search all of our 9, 10 & 12mil.

Scaffolding & Construction

Extend the construction season in cold weather months. Shrink wrapping with our industry leading 10 and 12-mil materials can be a great way to use your equipment into the cold weather months.

Scaffolding & Construction Tips

Make sure your heat tool is in peak condition for the upcoming 2021 year! Check out our video below on repairing a Shrinkfast 998 Heat Tool and order all of your repair parts from the industry leader in shrink wrap, Dr. Shrink!

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