How Do Professional Manufacturers Shrink-Wrap CDs?
• Purpose of Shrink-Wrapping • Shrink-wrapping of compact discs serves several different purposes. In addition to presenting a professional look for data and music CDs, shrink-wrapping helps to protect the disc from dust, moisture, oils and other materials that could scratch or smudge the CD. Shrink-wrap is also used as a deterrent against theft, since a thief is unable to remove the compact disc in the store and would have to steal the jewel case as well which might contain a radio frequency tag for security purposes. • Shrink-Wrap Bags • Shrink-wrap bags are the most commonly used method of shrink-wrapping CDs. Depending on the manufacturer and the final look that they wish to achieve, these bags can be made of either standard shrink-wrap plastic or a stiffer cellophane-like pastic. The CD case is placed into the bag, and the open end or ends are closed and secured with a sealant. Heat, generally in the form of hot air, is applied to the package, causing the plastic to shrink and con
