With the growing market for vehicle customisation and vehicle graphics technology, cast film wraps have become the preferred choice among wrap installers, converters and fleet owners. With their multiple benefits, including exceptional durability, seamless application, and cost-effective customisation, cast film wraps have also become a go-to solution over traditional paint. Let’s discover the advantages of cast films in detail!
Durability That Lasts
Durability is a key factor driving installers towards cast films. These films are engineered to withstand harsh environmental conditions, including UV rays, heavy rain, and extreme temperatures, while preserving their vibrant appearance for an extended period. This means fewer repair requests and more satisfied customers for installers, enhancing their efficiency. For vehicle owners, it means a lasting look that resists fading and peeling, ensuring their investment endures for years.
Seamless Application
When customising a vehicle, the application is of much importance. Nobody wants paint cracks or bubbles, right? This is where cast films are superior to paint. Cast vinyl is developed through a liquid process that allows installers to be flexible when it comes to demanding shapes, bubbles and repositionability when adjusting the wrap. Cast film wraps are very user-friendly, allowing for a smooth, bubble-free application that ensures a flawless and long-lasting finish on your vehicle.
Arlon’s FLITE Technology is designed exclusively to support the already existing benefits of cast films. With FLITE, installers can enjoy completing a full wrap in challenging environments single-handedly and fast! One of FLITE’s standout features is its exceptional repositionability, allowing for easy reapplication and realignment without overstretching the film – even after the liner is removed.
Protection for Original Paint
When aiming to preserve a vehicle’s resale value or protect its original paint, cast films offer an ideal solution. These wraps act as a shield against common issues like scratches, dings, and damage caused by UV rays. For clients looking to maintain their vehicle’s value, this level of protection is highly appealing. Additionally, when it’s time to remove the wrap, it peels off cleanly, leaving the surface without glue residue and damage-free.
Cost-Effective Customisation
For installers, offering cast film wraps can be a lucrative addition to their services and while the initial cost may be higher than basic paint jobs, the long-term benefits are significant. With an extended lifespan and minimal maintenance needs, cast film wraps offer a cost-effective solution by significantly reducing the frequency of replacements. For vehicle owners, this means not just an investment in looks but also a wise financial choice that pays off over time. Moreover, if you ever wish to update your vehicle’s look, replacing a wrap is far more affordable and convenient compared to repainting, giving you flexibility without breaking the bank!
Limitless Creative Options
With the fast-growing automotive wrap films industry in Europe, installers and manufacturers are unleashing their creativity by delivering hundreds of options to choose from. Besides having a vast array of colours, cast films come in multiple finishes such as glossy, matte and satin, and in a variety of 3D textures. Creativity doesn’t stop here, and we can now enjoy colour-shifting films and self-healing wraps that repair minor scratches. With all these options, installers and vehicle owners have limitless possibilities to create an outstanding design to express personal or brand identity.
At Arlon, we offer a diverse selection of cast films designed for all types of vehicles. Our bestsellers include SLX+ and SLX Cast Wrap, offering endless possibilities for prints, as well as Premium Colour Change, available in an outstanding range of colors and three options for finishes – gloss, matte and satin.
Marketing Potential
Vehicle wraps combine high visibility, cost efficiency, and consistent branding into one impactful advertising solution. With their versatile colour offering and limitless wrap creativity, cast wraps often serve as moving billboards, offering cost-effective advertising for fleet and business owners. Vehicle films are one of the most cost-effective marketing tools, providing daily visibility and brand exposure that no business can afford to overlook.
Technical Advantages for Professionals
Cast films bring several technical advantages to the table. Their superior flexibility makes them ideal for covering demanding shapes, curves, and complex surfaces, ensuring a smooth application without lifting or bubbling. Additionally, their UV resistance protects the vinyl from fading and discolouration, preserving the durability and the vibrancy of the colours. Cast films also serve as a shield in extreme weather conditions, including heavy rain, and provide minimal shrinkage over time. Combined with Arlon’s FLITE Technology, cast films advantages are no longer comparable to other options!
To get the best out of the cast film advantages, fleet owners and installers should strive to prioritise high-quality materials with UV inhibitors. Proper installation techniques are crucial when applying cast products, as they ensure a flawless and professional finish that maximises the benefits of the wrap and the satisfaction of the customer. And, last but not least, it is important for installers to be flexible with specific vehicle requirements and to tailor wraps that meet those needs.
Our technical team offers certification training all around the EMEA region – covering a wide range of topics from different application techniques to insider tips and tricks. With years of industry experience, they provide hands-on guidance, live demos and valuable insights to help you master every aspect of vehicle wrapping. Whether you’re looking to enhance your skills or stay updated on the latest trends, our training programs are designed to help you with the knowledge and confidence you need to succeed. Check Arlon Accreditation program for more information.
Whether you’re looking to transform a single vehicle or an entire fleet, cast film wraps deliver unmatched results, long-term performance and durability, and are worth the investment. Now is the time to embrace the future of vehicle graphics technology and unlock new possibilities with cast film wraps. Don’t forget to explore our versatile range of cast films on our website!
