Industrial Operational Certainty: Engineered Shrink Wrap Enclosures Systems
For Turnarounds, Shutdowns, Heavy Civil, and Process Facilities.
Rhino Shrink Wrap delivers engineered, high-performance shrink-wrap enclosures designed to establish controlled, secure environments on critical industrial and heavy civil projects. We safeguard assets, facilitate continuous operations, and ensure strict site safety and compliance, regardless of severe weather or complex site geometry.
Our custom-fit, heat-sealed systems create a rigid, weather-tight barrier that eliminates flapping, tearing, and water ingress—problems common with traditional tarps. This results in a superior, predictable workspace that protects your schedule, workforce, and capital assets.
Superior Containment & Debris Control
Isolates critical work zones, preventing dust, overspray, and debris migration to maintain site compliance and protect surrounding equipment
Assured Weather Mitigation
Provides a secure, weather-tight seal against Canadian wind, snow, and rain, guaranteeing interior dryness for sensitive equipment and coatings.
Operational Continuity (24/7)
Enables year-round work, minimizes weather-related stand-downs, and supports aggressive turnaround and construction schedules.
Custom-Engineered Fit
Applied to complex scaffolding, tanks, process equipment, or structural components, ensuring 100% coverage and structural integrity.
Rigid, Heat-Sealed System
Unlike loose tarps, our tensioned, heat-sealed wrap prevents movement, reducing material fatigue and maintaining a safe, stable envelope.
Results
Shrink wrap transforms open construction environments into controlled, predictable workspaces — reducing downtime and protecting your schedule, budget, and workforce.
Purpose-Built for Canadian Industrial Rigour
As a Canadian-owned company, we deeply understand the operational demands and climate challenges of this country's industrial sector, from the Alberta Industrial Heartland to remote northern resource sites.
Our enclosures utilize premium-grade Safe Seal Wrap, formulated for:
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Extreme Durability: Superior tear resistance and puncture strength.
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UV Resistance: Long-term performance under harsh sun exposure.
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Thermal Stability: Designed to perform across Canada’s severe temperature swings.
Rhino Shrink Wrap ensures consistent, quality-controlled application across your entire portfolio of projects—from marine terminals in Vancouver to heavy civil infrastructure in the GTA.
Core Industrial Applications
We provide containment and weather protection for high-stakes, technically complex projects:
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Process Facility Turnarounds: Enclosing columns, reactors, exchangers, and pipe racks for blasting, coating, or critical repair work.
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Heavy Civil & Infrastructure: Protecting bridge decks, concrete curing, and structural steel connections from moisture and extreme temperatures.
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Asset Preservation: Long-term storage and weather-tight sealing of complex equipment or fabricated modules.
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Marine & Shipbuilding: Hull repair, coating, and refit operations requiring total environmental isolation.
Our Certified Execution Process
Our approach is focused on safety, compliance, and flawless execution. Every industrial enclosure is installed to strict engineering and site standards:
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Heat-Sealed and Tensioned: Eliminates flapping and movement (fatigue failure), ensuring maximum stability.
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Structurally Secured: Fastened to lath or mechanical framing, maintaining structural integrity against high wind loads.
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Vented and Reinforced: Detailed for specific site requirements, including access points, internal venting, and heavy reinforcement at stress points.
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Certified Technicians: Installed by crews rigorously trained in safe work at heights, scaffolding interaction, and complex industrial site protocols.
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We act as an extension of your project team, coordinating directly with Site Management, QHSE, and Scaffold Supervisors to ensure seamless alignment with critical path timelines and safety systems.
Why Partner With Rhino Shrink Wrap?
Trusted Leadership in Industrial Containment
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35+ Years of shrink wrap installation leadership.
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Canadian-Owned with dedicated, full-time crews in Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, & Toronto.
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Proven Delivery on major petrochemical, oil & gas, mining, and heavy civil projects.
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Commitment to Safety: Strict adherence to site orientations, hazard assessments, and industrial-specific PPE and control requirements.
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Reliable Support: Strong follow-up, maintenance, and warranty support throughout the project lifecycle.
Move Forward with Operational Certainty.
Don't let the environment compromise your schedule or your assets. Gain total environmental control over your next critical project.
The Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Comparison
The business case for shrink wrap is based on avoiding the significant costs associated with tarps over the lifetime of a project.
Initial Cost
Insulated Tarps
Lower
Easy to source and install initially.
Shrink Wrap
Higher
Requires specialized material and certified installation crew/equipment.
Results
Lower upfront cost offset by higher recurring costs later.
Maintenance & Labour
Insulated Tarps
High
Frequent re-securing, adjustments, and replacement due to wind flapping, tears, and grommet failure
Shrink Wrap
Low
Once heat-sealed and tensioned, the system is robust and requires minimal intervention.
Results
Significant labor cost savings over the duration of the project.
Material Damage Risk
Insulated Tarps
High
Water pooling, leaks, wind-induced flapping/chafing can damage coatings, equipment, or sensitive materials.
Shrink Wrap
Very Low
Creates a watertight, rigid seal that sheds water and prevents movement.
Results
Avoids costly material rework, rust damage, or secondary water damage claims.
Schedule Certainty
Insulated Tarps
Low
Prone to failure in high winds, leading to stand-downs and weather delays
Shrink Wrap
High
Durable, engineered system allows work to continue year-round, minimizing delays.
Results
Reduces project delay penalties and keeps critical path timelines on track.
Operational Certainty & Safety
For industrial operations such as turnarounds or heavy construction, environmental control is paramount. Shrink wrap provides this control; tarps do not.
1. Superior Weather Resistance & Containment
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Insulated Tarps: While they offer insulation, their edges are typically secured by ropes, bungees, and grommets. These fastening points are a failure risk in high winds, and the overlap creates gaps through which water, snow, and debris can penetrate. They are prone to flapping, which can accelerate wear and tear.
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Industrial Shrink Wrap: The material is heat-sealed around the structure and to itself, creating a monolithic, airtight, and watertight membrane. This seal prevents water pooling, eliminates wind flapping and chafing, and provides superior environmental containment (essential for dust, blast media, or overspray control).
2. Enhanced Safety and Site Aesthetics
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Flapping Hazards: Loose tarps create noise and whipping hazards in windy conditions, which can be a distraction and a safety concern for workers at height. They also look unprofessional.
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Rigid, Stable Enclosure: Shrink wrap is applied under tension and heated to shrink, making it tight as a drum. This rigidity improves site safety by eliminating movement and presenting a clean, professional, and visually compliant workspace.
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Lighting: The clean, white surface also improves interior light quality for workers.
3. Durability and Lifecycle
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Insulated Tarps: Often a temporary, multi-use solution, they degrade from UV exposure and suffer abrasion at connection points, resulting in a short lifespan and requiring regular replacement.
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Industrial Shrink Wrap: Made from thick, UV-inhibited polymer designed for long-term use (often 6–12 months or more). Since it is taut and doesn't move, its durability is significantly higher, ensuring protection throughout the duration of a long-term project.
Conclusion: The Industrial Business Case
For short-term, low-risk, or non-critical protection, an insulated tarp is often sufficient.
However, for high-value industrial projects, turnarounds, or long-term construction where time is money and environmental control is critical (especially in harsh Canadian conditions), the higher initial investment in engineered shrink wrap pays for itself by:
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Guaranteeing Operational Continuity: Avoiding expensive weather-related shutdowns.
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Protecting High-Value Assets: Eliminating water pooling and chafing damage.
Reducing Labour Costs: Minimal maintenance needs over the project lifecycle.