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The Environmental Impact of Recyclable Tape

Discover the environmental benefits of using eco-friendly packaging tape, and explore the most environmentally friendly packaging options that promote a circular economy.  

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How Automated Case Sealers Improve Consistency and Product Protection

September 16, 2026

Manual case sealing leads to costly inconsistencies. See how Shurtape® automatic case sealers improve consistency, reduce waste and protect products.

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Boost Your Production Line Efficiency with Shurtape® Packaging Machines

August 19, 2026

Efficiency isn’t just an operational goal in fast-paced manufacturing environments – it’s a competitive advantage.

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Transform Your Packaging Process with Folded Edge® Technology

August 3, 2026

For many manufacturers, end-of-line packaging plays a crucial role in the production process. This stage—where products are sealed in secondary packaging like corrugated cartons— serves as a first line of defense to ensure goods arrive at their destination in excellent, saleable condition.

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The Role of PrimeAlert™ in High-Volume Case Sealing Operations

August 3, 2026

In high-volume manufacturing, you can’t afford to lose time, and yet, that’s exactly what happens when small carton sealing issues go undetected. A missed seal here. A tape break there. And suddenly, the entire packaging line is down, wasting time, products and resources.

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Rethinking End-of-Line Packaging to Cut Waste and Boost Sustainability

August 3, 2026

With most CPG operations, end-of-line packaging might not be the first thing people think of when it comes to sustainability, but it’s where the brand promise is secured. It’s what protects your product, and it’s the last touch before a product reaches the consumer.

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How the ShurSEAL® Packaging Solution Improves Efficiency for CPG Operations

August 3, 2026

Learn how the ShurSEAL® Packaging Solution can improve CPG packaging efficiency by reducing tape waste, minimizing downtime and supporting more consistent case sealing performance across high-volume operations.

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How ShurSEAL Boosts Productivity in Packaging Lines

August 3, 2026

One of the most disruptive challenges to packaging line productivity is the bottleneck caused by needing to repair and reseal cartons. When this occurs at the end of the line, it can create a ripple effect that impacts the entire operation.

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How Shurtape® Case Erectors and Sealers Make Your Packaging Operation More Efficient

August 3, 2026

In high‑speed end-of-line packaging environments, operational efficiency is everything. From labor savings and uptime to case seal quality and material performance, every step of the process impacts throughput and cost.

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How Shurtape’s Technical Team Helps Optimize Your Packaging Line 

January 26, 2026

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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Why Underfilled Boxes Are Causing Case Sealing Issues

January 26, 2026

High-void fill boxes can cause jams and weak seals. Discover how ShurSEAL® UA improves your packaging line with case sealing designed for underfilled boxes. 

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How UV-Cured Acrylic Adhesives Enhance Sustainable Building Envelope Products

January 24, 2026

The demand for more sustainable building envelope products has pushed UV-cured acrylic adhesives to the forefront of adhesive technology over other adhesives designed for building envelope applications.

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Choosing the Right Packaging Tape: Understanding Tape Grades 

January 8, 2026

Choosing the right packaging tape grade helps ensure secure carton seals, reduce costly packaging failures and keep operations running efficiently across a wide range of shipping and handling environments.

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