Ask any shipping manager what ruins margins and they’ll say the same thing: damage, rework, and wasted materials. Much of that starts with one problem—load shift. When tiers on a pallet slide, cases crush, edges blow out, and claims follow. The quiet hero in a lot of warehouses right now is anti-slip (anti-skid) paper: thin interlayer sheets with a high-friction surface that keep tiers locked together so you can use less stretch film, stack more confidently, and ship with fewer breakages.

Why Loads Actually Move

Palletized goods experience acceleration, vibration, and lateral forces in real transport—cornering, braking, rail coupling, even lift-truck turns. If friction between layers is low, tiers shear and the column deforms. Industry research and transport guidelines agree on two points:

1. Friction between layers is fundamental to stability.

2. High-friction sheets are a recognized, proven way to prevent sliding.

What Anti-Slip Paper Changes

A good anti-slip sheet raises the coefficient of friction between each tier so cases “grab” instead of glide. Unlike plain kraft paper, anti-slip paper uses a special coating that adds grip without leaving residue. This improvement in friction means:

• Fewer rotations of stretch wrap needed

• Reduced product damage in transit

• Improved safety during loading/unloading

• Lower freight claim rates

Where the Savings Show Up

1) Less Stretch Film, Same (or Better) Stability
When friction does more work, containment film can do less. Many operations see double-digit reductions in stretch film usage after introducing anti-slip interlayers.

2) Fewer Damage Claims and Rework
By reducing tier shear, you protect corners and surfaces from crushing. This means fewer replacements, fewer returns, and stronger customer satisfaction.

3) Faster, Simpler Wrapping
If you currently add extra rotations of film just to calm a wobbly load, anti-slip sheets can help you reduce wrap time while keeping stability intact.

4) Better Trailer and Cube Utilization
With stable loads, you can safely stack higher or pack tighter, optimizing trailer space and reducing the number of shipments needed.

When to Use Anti-Slip Paper

• Slick packaging like poly bags, shrink-wrapped trays, or coated cartons

• Mixed SKU pallets with uneven surfaces

• Tall, narrow-footprint loads with high centers of gravity

• Long-haul or rough transport lanes where vibration and lateral force are high

How to Trial It

1. Pick one problem SKU or lane where instability is common.

2. Test your standard wrap vs. reduced wrap with anti-slip sheets.

3. Keep stacking pattern, film type, and pre-stretch constant for accuracy.

4. Measure film usage, damage rates, and wrap time.

5. If results are positive, roll the change to similar loads and update SOPs.

What to Look For When You Buy

• Coefficient of friction or slip angle ratings

• Two-sided vs. single-sided coating based on your needs

• Recyclable material content and fiber weight (GSM or lb basis)

• Moisture resistance for cold chain or humid environments

Bottom Line

Anti-slip paper is a simple upgrade with big returns. By increasing friction where it matters, you can cut film usage, reduce damage, improve load safety, and save money. It’s a proven, affordable solution that pays for itself quickly and supports a more sustainable shipping operation.