Walki®Reel / Reelplex
Fibre-based reel wrap for safe paper reel transport
Reliable protection for paper reels – fibre-based, recyclable and PPWR-ready
Strong protection. Reliable logistics. Circular fibre-based packaging.
Protecting paper reels throughout the supply chain
Walki®Reel / Reelplex protective wrapping solutions safeguard paper and board reels during storage, handling and global transport while supporting recyclability and PPWR compliance.
Paper and board reels travel through multiple handling stages before reaching their final destination. During storage, transport and converting, reels are exposed to moisture, dirt, mechanical damage and handling stress. Even small defects can lead to production interruptions, printing issues or material waste.
Walki®Reel / Reelplex reel wraps provide reliable protection for reels of all sizes and paper grades. Developed specifically for the paper industry, these fibre-based barrier wraps combine carefully selected paper with protective coatings to safeguard reels during demanding logistics conditions.
With more than 40 years of experience in reel wrapping, Walki has become one of the world’s leading manufacturers of protective reel packaging. The solutions are designed for high performance on modern wrapping lines, efficient logistics and easy recyclability in standard paper recycling streams.
The Walki®Reel range offers tailored protection depending on reel size, transport conditions and handling requirements – from lightweight local transport to demanding global shipping.
Walki®Reel / Reelplex
Customised reel protection built for modern packaging lines and future-ready fibre solutions.
Customised reel protection for every logistics requirement
Reel wrapping requirements vary significantly depending on the reel weight, paper grade, transport distance and number of handling stages. Walki®Reel solutions can be customised to meet these operational needs.
Walki offers extensive flexibility in:
- Barrier performance against moisture and environmental conditions
- Mechanical strength for heavy reels and demanding logistics
- Barrier type and coating technologies
- Printability and branding options
- Reel wrap width and grammage
- Compatibility with different packaging machines
Printed reel wraps can also function as large-format brand communication, improving reel identification and handling safety during logistics.
PPWR-ready fibre-based packaging solutions
Walki®Reel and Reelplex solutions are designed to support compliance with current and future EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) requirements.
The solutions combine high fibre content with minimal polymer layers, supporting efficient recycling while maintaining necessary barrier performance.
When used together with Walki®Disc / Gripcoat or Greypack end discs, the reel packaging system provides a fully recyclable fibre-based solution for paper reel transport.
Designed for modern reel wrapping lines
Walki®Reel/Reelplex wrappers are engineered to perform efficiently on a wide range of industrial reel wrapping machines.
Conventional wrapping
A traditional method offering precise fit and efficient material usage with hot-melt or Hotpack sealing.
Overlapping wrapping
Allows flexible packaging of wider reels using multiple overlapping wraps, reducing storage requirements for different wrap widths.
Spiral wrapping
A compact solution using one wrap width, ideal for packaging lines with limited space and varying reel sizes.
Product overview
The Walki®Reel / Reelplex range includes several wrapper strengths designed for different transport conditions and reel sizes.
Walki®Reel / Reelplex is a fibre-based reel wrapping solution developed specifically for the paper and board industry. The wrappers combine carefully selected paper with protective barrier coatings to safeguard reels from moisture, dirt and mechanical stress during storage, handling and transport. This technology platform enables Walki to deliver tailored reel wrapping solutions that meet different performance requirements across the paper and board value chain.
Key characteristics:
- Reliable moisture protection
- Strong mechanical durability
- High runnability on modern wrapping lines
- Large printable surface for branding and safety information
- Recyclable fibre-based structure
Walki®Reel Maxi
Maximum strength reel wrap for large reels and demanding logistics conditions.
Walki®Reel Maxi is the strongest wrapper in the Walki®Reel range, developed to protect large paper and board reels during demanding transport and handling conditions. The laminate structure combines high-quality base paper made from virgin fibres with a protective PE layer, providing reliable resistance against moisture, dirt and mechanical stress. Its high strength allows fewer wrapping layers around the reel, helping reduce packaging material while ensuring excellent protection. Walki®Reel Maxi runs efficiently on all types of reel packaging lines and can be supplied printed or unprinted.
Key benefits
- Paper–PE–paper laminate structure
- Strong protection against moisture, water vapour and dirt
- High resistance to mechanical damage
- Reliable runnability on packaging lines
- Available printed or unprinted
- Suitable for material recycling
- Food contact approval classification
- Suitable for wrapping paper and board reels
Walki®Reel Classic
Reliable reel wrap for standard reel sizes and regular transport conditions.
Walki®Reel Classic is the ideal wrapper for standard paper and board reels transported under normal logistics conditions. The laminate structure combines strong base paper with a protective PE layer to provide dependable protection against moisture, dirt and mechanical damage during storage and handling. Designed for efficient performance on modern packaging lines, Walki®Reel Classic offers balanced protection and reliable runnability for everyday reel wrapping needs.
Key benefits
- Paper–PE–paper laminate structure
- Protection against humidity and water vapour
- Resistance to mechanical damage and dirt
- Protection against airborne impurities
- Reliable runnability on all types of packaging lines
- Available printed or unprinted
- Suitable for material recycling
- Food contact approval classification
Walki®Reel Multi
Lightweight reel wrap for short transport distances and less demanding handling.
Walki®Reel Multi is a lightweight wrapper designed for reels transported over shorter distances or handled under less demanding logistics conditions. The laminate combines selected virgin and recycled fibres with a protective PE layer to deliver reliable moisture protection while optimising material efficiency. Walki®Reel Multi offers dependable performance on packaging lines while providing effective protection during storage and transport.
Key benefits
- Paper–PE–paper laminate structure
- Effective protection against humidity and water vapour
- Protection against mechanical damage and dirt
- Protection against airborne impurities
- Reliable runnability on all types of packaging lines
- Available printed or unprinted
- Suitable for material recycling
Walki®Reel Hot
Heat-sealable reel wrap designed for Hotpack packaging processes.
Walki®Reel Hot is a specialised reel wrapper developed for the Hotpack heat-sealing wrapping process. The PE-coated paper features polymer layers engineered to provide reliable heat-sealing properties with a low melting point while maintaining effective moisture protection. This enables secure sealing during packaging without compromising the protection of paper and board reels during storage and transport.
Key benefits
- PE-coated paper with special Hotpack coating
- Reliable heat-sealing performance
- Protection against humidity and water vapour
- Protection against mechanical damage and dirt
- Protection against airborne impurities
- Available printed or unprinted
- Suitable for material recycling
- Food contact approval classification
Walki®Reel Wood
Fossil-free reel wrap made from wood-based raw materials.
Walki®Reel Wood is a renewable reel wrapping solution developed to reduce the carbon footprint of paper reel logistics. The material combines fibre with a protective polymer layer derived from crude tall oil, a side stream from pulp production. By replacing fossil-based polymers with forest-based raw materials, Walki®Reel Wood delivers reliable moisture protection and mechanical performance while supporting more sustainable packaging across the paper supply chain.
Key benefits
- Made from wood-based raw materials
- Polymer barrier derived from tall oil, a by-product of pulp production
- Fossil-free alternative to conventional polymer coatings
- Reliable protection against moisture and environmental conditions
- Strong mechanical protection for reels during transport
- Supports reduced carbon footprint in reel logistics
- Suitable for recycling in paper recycling streams
Walki®Reel solutions comparison
| Product | Best suited for | Strength level | Sustainability features | Key advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walki®Reel Maxi | Large reels and demanding transport conditions | Very high | High fibre content | Maximum protection with fewer wrapping layers |
| Walki®Reel Classic | Standard reel sizes and normal transport | High | Recyclable fibre-based structure | Balanced protection for everyday logistics |
| Walki®Reel Multi | Short transport distances and lighter handling | Medium | Combination of virgin and recycled fibres | Lightweight solution with good moisture protection |
| Walki®Reel Hot | Hotpack heat-sealing wrapping lines | High | Recyclable fibre-based structure | Optimised heat-sealing performance |
| Walki®Reel Wood | Companies aiming to reduce carbon footprint | High | Wood-based raw materials, fossil-free polymer | Renewable reel wrap with reduced fossil content |
Fibre-based reel wrap protects paper and board reels from moisture, dirt and mechanical damage during storage and transport. It maintains reel quality until the material reaches converters or printers.
Yes. Walki®Reel / Reelplex wrappers contain a high proportion of fibre and can be recycled in standard paper recycling streams used in the paper industry.
Paper reels can absorb moisture from the environment and become damaged during handling. Protective wrapping prevents quality defects such as moisture penetration, surface damage and contamination.
The choice depends on reel weight, reel diameter, transport distance, transport method and environmental conditions such as humidity.
A wood-based reel wrapper uses renewable raw materials derived from forestry residues such as tall oil. Walki®Reel Wood replaces fossil polymers with bio-based alternatives.
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