Single Strip Tape Application for More Efficient Tape Usage

By: Team Tape University®

May 9, 2017

packaging tape with hand dispenser

Tape waste can be costly – and oftentimes is unnecessary.

Visible guides on the Folded Edge Hand Dispenser provide straight taping guidance that helps users deliver a secure carton seal with one strip of tape. This helps eliminate tape waste caused by using multiple strips of tape for one seal.

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