Advantages of Gummed Tape

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Formerly: William N. Turner Co., Inc.

Gummed Tape vs. Plastic Tape - Gummed Tape vs. Staples - Gummed Tape vs. Glue

Gummed Tape is Recyclable!

Benefits of gummed tape over plastic tape:

Gummed tape is creates a natural bond with cartons. The gummed adhesives absorbs dust, etc. and still bonds to the fibers. Gummed tape can also be used to cover old labels and markings to minimize confusing shipping companies. Gummed tape will flex with a carton during shipping and handling. Gummed tape is also the best method to seal a carton that is over stuffed or under packed.

When compared with plastic tapes, gummed tape only requires one strip on the top and bottom flaps. Standard plastic tape is only 2" wide and packers will generally use two or more strips on each the top and bottom flaps causing a doubling of the cost of labor, and an increase in overall tape expenditures.
Plastic tape is affected by the amount of dust on the cartons. Temperature changes will cause the tape to deteriorate and sometimes fall off the carton. Plastic tape can also be removed from a carton with very little destruction to the carton fibers and in some cases can be used to reseal carton after merchandise is removed. (A good test is to take a carton sealed with plastic tape and "Pop" the carton flap next to the seal and see if the tape separates from the carton.)

Another advantage of gummed tape is the overall appearance of the carton when received by your customer. Gummed tape looks neater. Plastic tape when overused gives the impression product may be damaged or missing. Visit your own receiving department and view the packages being received. Which packages look the best after shipping?

Another advantage with gummed tape is the ability to print as it is dispensed. See the CodeTaper manufactured by Better Packages.

Key Benefits Gummed tape over Plastic:

Single strip sealing top and bottom saving labor and material

Natural bond to cartons

Ability to code print on the tape as it is dispensed

Benefits of Gummed Tape over Staples:

Staples are very difficult to use properly. Most operators do not use enough staples to properly seal a carton. Staples require more a full over flap for stapling (higher carton expense). If not used properly staples may damage the products being shipped if the operator allows the staples to dig in.

The biggest area of concern lay in the actual opening of the carton by your customer. As most people pry open carton flaps, staples are exposed creating a hazard to your customers arms via scratches and cuts.

Key Benefits of Gummed Tape over Staples:

No sharp edges from staples

Lower carton expense

Simple to use

Benefits of Gummed tape over Glue:

When a carton is sealed with glue, the carton becomes very rigid. When shipping via parcel services, a carton is bounced and dropped a lot during transit. Cartons sealed with glue loose their ability to absorb the shock without incurring damage.

Glue is also messy. Cold glues take too long to set up. Hot melt glues subject your packers to injuries caused by handling the hot guns.

Key Benefits of Gummed Tape over Glue:

Gummed tape is flexible

Cleaner to use

Operators are safer

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