What Ripack does

Ripack is a French manufacturer of professional gas-powered heat shrink guns and accessories used to wrap, stabilize, and protect palletized loads and industrial goods with low-density polyethylene (PEBD) shrink film. The brand is owned by SEFMAT SAS, a privately held conglomerate based in Le Haillan near Bordeaux, and traces its industrial heritage to the RIPPES welding workshops founded in 1922; Ripack itself entered the shrink-wrapping category in 1975 and is positioned as the global leader in shrink gun technology. The core product line consists of four gas-powered gun models (Ripack 3000+, Ripack 3000, 2500, 2100) covering intensive industrial through occasional use, all built around the patented cold nozzle safety feature and the SECURIPACK double-safety regulator. Supporting products include Multicover film dispensers and sealers, gas bottle trolleys, the Turbopack mobile shrinking column, Ripaflam automated flaming systems, branded shrink films (gusseted tubing, wide-format, adhesive tape), and accessories such as extensions, arm supports, safety cutters, and the Calpack pallet raiser.

Ripack generates revenue primarily through one-time hardware sales of shrink guns and accessories, supplemented by consumable shrink film sales and, as of 2025, a managed recycling/refurbishment service branded Ripacycle. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; the flagship Ripack 3000 is backed by a 10-year warranty. The company sells exclusively through an international distributor network covering 100+ countries (with prior claims of 140+), with no direct e-commerce; distributors handle local sales, installation, spare parts, and after-sales service, while SEFMAT provides central training, warranty support, and operator-direct channels (configurator, brochures, quotes, appointments) on the corporate website. End customers span logistics and transport operators, industrial manufacturers, construction firms, exporters, and the marine/boat winterization segment, all of whom use Ripack systems to protect goods from rain, humidity, UV, dust, scratches, corrosion, and theft during transport and storage.

Name

Ripack

Legal name

SEFMAT SAS

Website

https://ripack.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1922

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Ripack is a French manufacturer of gas-powered heat shrink guns and accessories that palletizes and protects industrial goods, machinery, and boats under PEBD shrink film, selling exclusively through a 100+ country distributor network to logistics, manufacturing, construction, export, and marine end customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Packaging Equipment

NAICS

Plastics Packaging Materials and Unlaminated Film and Sheet Manufacturing (32611)

SIC

Unsupported Plastics Film & Sheet (3081)

akta.pro primary industry

Palletizing, Depalletizing & Stretch/Shrink Wrapping Systems (IMALAOAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wrapping & Bundling Equipment (Shrink/Stretch) (IMAHAOAD), Shrink, Stretch & Wrap Films (Pallet Wrap, Shrink Sleeves/Overwrap) (IMALABAF), Stretch, Shrink & Pallet Wrap Manufacturing (IMANAEAG)

Keywords

• Industrial heat shrink guns
• Pallet shrink wrapping
• Shrink wrap films
• Industrial packaging equipment
• Cargo protection films

Headquarters

HQ city

Le Haillan

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Shrink Gun Hardware Sales: Sale of professional gas-powered shrink guns (Ripack 3000+, Ripack 3000, Ripack 2500, Ripack 2100) along with accessories, extensions, and attachments. Hardware represents the primary revenue stream with models positioned for different usage intensities from occasional to continuous industrial use.
2. Accessories and Consumables: Sale of supporting products including SECURIPACK regulators, gas bottle trolleys, arm supports, gas hose reels, safety cutters, and spare parts. Also includes shrink films in various formats (gusseted tubing, wide film, shrink tape) and Calpack pallet raisers.
3. Ripacycle Recycling and Refurbishment Service: New service launched for recycling and refurbishing shrink guns, extending equipment lifespan and offering second-life solutions. Provides a sustainable option while creating additional service revenue.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Ripack manufactures and sells professional gas-powered heat shrink guns (Ripack 3000+, 3000, 2500, 2100) for industrial shrink-wrapping of palletized loads, along with supporting accessories, consumable shrink films, Multicover film sealing and dispensing equipment, Turbopack mobile shrinking columns, and the Ripacycle recycling and refurbishment service. The offering is built around patented cold nozzle safety technology and is sold globally through a distributor network to logistics, industrial, construction, marine, and export-trade customers.

Product overview

Ripack is a global leader in professional heat shrink packaging solutions, offering a comprehensive portfolio of heat shrink guns, film sealing equipment, accessories, and shrink films. The core product line consists of four heat shrink gun models (Ripack 3000+, Ripack 3000, Ripack 2500, and Ripack 2100) ranging from intensive industrial use to occasional use, all powered by patented cold-nozzle technology. Supporting equipment includes Multicover film dispensers and sealers (935, 955, 960), gas bottle trolleys (932/936 series), Turbopack mobile shrinking columns, Ripaflam automated flaming systems, and comprehensive accessories including SECURIPACK double-safety gas regulators, extension poles, arm supports, and safety cutters. The shrink film range encompasses gusseted heat shrink tubing, wide-format films, and shrink tape. A circular economy initiative called Ripacycle offers recycling and refurbishment services for heat shrink guns. Ripack operates as a brand under the SEFMAT group, which also includes Ripagreen, Ripack Supplies, Ripamark, and Ripacycle brands.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Ripack 3000 Flagship gas-powered heat shrink gun for continuous industrial use, featuring up to 80 kW of heating power, optimized flame combustion, a 10-year warranty, and the patented cold nozzle for operator safety. Designed for logistics platforms and demanding industrial environments.
• Ripack 3000+ High-performance gas-powered heat shrink gun for intensive industrial use, offering maximum thermal power for rapid and homogeneous shrink wrapping on thick films. Includes the 10-year warranty.
• Ripack 2500 Versatile gas-powered heat shrink gun balancing power, gas consumption, and user comfort; described as the lightest shrink gun in its class and targeted at regular industrial operations in SMEs and workshops.
• Ripack 2100 Entry-level gas-powered heat shrink gun for occasional to moderate use, recognized for simplicity, reliability, and lightweight design with a favorable quality-to-price ratio.
• Multicover 935 film dispenser Film dispenser/winder for handling shrink wrap rolls, facilitating easy unwinding and application of shrink film during pallet wrapping operations.
• Multicover 955 Film sealing machine for creating custom-sized shrink wrap covers from flat film rolls.
• Multicover 960 Electric shrink film sealing machine for professional film sealing operations.
• Gas bottle trolleys (932, 932+, 936, 936+) Robust trolleys for safe transport of gas cylinders and shrink guns, transforming equipment into ergonomic mobile workstations. Models 936/936+ carry up to 40 kg cylinders; models 932/932+ accommodate up to 70 kg cylinders; available in push or pull versions.
• Ripaflam automated flaming system Automated flaming system for industrial applications requiring flame treatment.
• Turbopack mobile shrinking column Mobile shrinking column for automated shrink wrap operations on pallets and large loads.
• SECURIPACK gas regulators Double-safety gas pressure regulators essential for safe Ripack gun operation. Feature automatic gas cylinder pressure detection, automatic overheating detection, stainless steel cool nozzle, and gas pipe pressure monitoring that cuts supply in case of hose rupture.
• Safety cutter Safety cutting tool designed for safely cutting shrink film after application.
• Gas hose reel Hose reel for organized storage and extended reach of gas hoses.
• Ripack gun extension poles Extension poles for Ripack guns that allow extended reach for shrink-wrapping operations; two extensions can be nested without tools to form a longer extension.
• Calpack pallet raiser Pallet lifting device that raises pallets to allow shrink film to wrap underneath, creating cohesion between pallet and load.
• Arm support Ergonomic arm support designed to reduce operator fatigue during intensive shrink gun operation.
• Transport support for extensions Transport support for carrying and storing Ripack gun extension poles.
• Gusseted heat shrink tubing Gusseted shrink tubing designed for wrapping products of varying heights without wastage, ideal for industrial pallets.
• Wide shrink-wrap Wide-format shrink film for large-scale pallet and load coverage.
• Shrink tape Adhesive shrink tape for securing and sealing shrink wrap applications.
• Ripacycle recycling and refurbishment service Service for recycling and refurbishing Ripack heat shrink guns, extending equipment lifespan, reducing waste, and lowering environmental impact while maintaining performance.

Quantifiable outcome

• Ripack 3000 gas consumption: 2.9 to 4.9 kg per hour in continuous use, approximately 120 pallets per 13 kg gas cylinder
• +3 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Bergonié FoundationminorOthersRipack supported the Bergonié Foundation engaged in the fight against cancer through an internal initiative where employee steps were converted into donations. This was part of Pink October solidarity activities, combining team cohesion with charitable engagement.
• Team for the PlanetminorOthersNon-profit company that creates and finances companies fighting climate change globally. SEFMAT group invested in Team for the Planet as part of its sustainable development commitment and environmental responsibility strategy.
• Ripacycle DistributorscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSeveral distributors have joined the Ripacycle program, becoming active contributors to equipment recycling and supporting the circular economy initiative. These distributors enable local Ripacycle collection and refurbishment services.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Signode: Large industrial packaging conglomerate offering stretch film, strapping, and wrapping systems. Comparable to Ripack as a broad incumbent in industrial load packaging with overlapping stretch/shrink wrapping categories.
• Sidel: Global provider of packaging equipment and services for food, beverage, and consumer goods. Comparable as a broader industrial packaging equipment incumbent, though Sidel focuses on bottling and primary packaging rather than pallet shrink wrapping.

Direct peers

• Fromm Packaging: Swiss manufacturer of strapping and stretch wrapping systems for industrial loads. Comparable to Ripack in serving industrial customers with pallet-load packaging equipment through global distribution.
• Robopac (Aetna Group): Italian-based leader in pallet wrapping equipment including stretch and shrink systems. Directly comparable to Ripack as a manufacturer of industrial load-securing packaging machinery sold through global distribution.
• Cyklop: European manufacturer of industrial packaging equipment including stretch and shrink wrapping systems. Comparable to Ripack as a European-headquartered specialist in pallet and load packaging machinery.
• Shrinkfast (by Packaging Pro): Manufacturer of gas-powered heat shrink guns specifically competing with Ripack's core product. Directly comparable as a specialized competitor in the industrial shrink-gun category.
• Lantech: Global manufacturer of stretch wrapping and pallet packaging equipment. Highly comparable to Ripack as both serve industrial logistics customers needing load stabilization and protection, although Lantech focuses on stretch wrapping rather than heat shrink.
• Wulftec (M.J. Maillis): Manufacturer of stretch wrapping machinery for industrial loads, now part of M.J. Maillis Group. Comparable to Ripack in providing pallet-wrapping equipment to logistics and industrial customers.

Emerging players

• ARPAC: US-based manufacturer of shrink wrapping and bundling equipment. Comparable to Ripack as a specialist in shrink packaging machinery, with overlap in pallet and load protection applications.
• Mech-Mark (Hummingbird / IPAK): Distributor and integrator of heat shrink packaging equipment and films. Comparable to Ripack as a channel-aligned participant in the industrial shrink-wrapping market, though focused on film and equipment supply rather than gun manufacturing.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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