Hot Melt Carton Sealing

Learn how reducing tape waste across packaging operations can help lower material costs, improve line efficiency and support more sustainable end-of-line packaging processes.

Discover how stronger case sealing performance can help cartons withstand greater wipe down pressure, reducing seal failures and improving package integrity throughout demanding shipping and handling conditions.

Packaging tape is an important consideration in the sealing process, especially as it maintains not only the integrity of your carton, but also the product inside. Hot melt tapes, like Shurtape HP Series packaging tape, are an excellent option for automated packaging systems as they are designed with several features that not only keep your cartons…

Some carton sealing applications require a specialized packaging tape, including recycled cartons. As the recycled content of corrugated cartons increases, so does the volume of kraft fibers and fillers, which can affect packaging tape’s ability to create a secure seal. Shurtape HP 235 packaging tape is designed specifically for sealing highly recycled corrugated cartons, particularly 100 percent recycled.…

In business, first impressions count. That’s why manufacturers invest a considerable amount of time and money in developing their products and packaging, and put in place several measures, from adding protective packaging to picking the right carrier, to ensure they arrive intact at their final destination. Shouldn’t the packaging tape you use to seal your…

When it comes to food safety, every company along the supply chain takes responsibility. Contamination can happen at any point during the product cycle, oftentimes bringing production to a halt. That’s why companies like Fabri-Kal® Corporation, a manufacturer of thermoformed plastic cups, lids and trays for the food service, public and custom markets, place a…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jZdcY22HXec In fast-paced manufacturing environments, there’s no time for downtime. When every second counts, the Quick Change tape applicator gets the job done in seconds, not minutes. And, when paired with HP Series packaging tape, delivers the secure seal you demand. Ready to see how this innovative sealing system can keep your lines and operators…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yorfySDFXa8 Shurtape’s HP Series packaging tape offers an instant, permanent bond to cartons. PrimeLoc tape applicators are designed with multiple, flexible wipe-down points, which increases the wipe-down force by more than 75% over competitive tape applicators. More wipe-down force results in deeper penetration of the tape’s adhesive into the corrugate’s fibers, creating a tamper-evident seal carton after carton.…