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How Shurtape’s Technical Team Helps Optimize Your Packaging Line 

Shurtape’s technical team helps you optimize your automated packaging solutions and equipment with hands-on support, expert installation/training and responsive service calls.

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Printed packaging tape

Why do so many companies use printed packaging tape?

February 2, 2022

Printed packaging tape has become popular because it does more than just seal cartons—it helps companies reinforce brand identity, improve package security, and communicate important handling or marketing messages directly on the box while remaining a cost-effective alternative to custom-printed packaging.

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Why do Packaging Tape Grades Matter?

November 9, 2021

Learn how packaging tape grades impact performance by influencing adhesive strength, backing thickness and durability—helping ensure you choose the right tape to match your packaging demands and protect products throughout the supply chain.

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Sealing a box with acrylic tape using hand dispenser

Why and when should you pick acrylic tape?

June 28, 2021

Learn how acrylic packaging tape offers long-term adhesion, UV resistance and strong performance across a wide range of temperatures, making it ideal for applications where durability, clarity and extended storage life are critical to maintaining secure carton seals.

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What is the substrate of a carton and how does it impact packaging tape choice

What is the substrate of a carton and how does it impact packaging tape choice?

October 1, 2018

Discover how carton substrate affects packaging tape selection and learn how factors like recycled content, surface texture and carton construction can influence adhesion, seal performance and overall packaging reliability.

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What is an over-filled carton?

March 6, 2017

Just as cartons can contain too little filler packaging, they can also contain too much. Using too much void fill in boxes and parcels not only creates waste, but can cause the carton sealing tape to fail prior to palletization, while in storage, or during transit. The purpose of void fill packaging is to protect…

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Safe and Secure: How to Seal Your Cartons – and Brand Reputation Webinar

July 27, 2016

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LVMB6koN-oM Packaging issues along the supply chain, such as boxes opening in transit, pilferage, and product damage due to knife cuts, can affect your bottom line and your reputation. However, selecting the right packaging solutions based on your packaging needs and environment can help protect your product with secure seals every time. Bradley Dunlap, Packaging…

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