Choosing the Right Packing Tape for Your Needs

All Pack Supply offers a variety of packing tapes to meet your specific needs. Here's a comprehensive guide to help you choose the best one for your application:

Acrylic Tape

This is a great all-around tape that is perfect for food packaging and long-term sealing. It is also ideal for cold temperature applications, making it a great choice for freezer grade tape.

Key Features

• Water-based Rohm & Haas adhesive for excellent clarity

• UV radiation protection against yellowing

• Usable in extreme temperatures for versatility

• Long shelf life for reliable storage

Best Use

• Food Packaging:  The acrylic adhesive is safe for indirect contact with food, making it ideal for sealing food boxes. The clarity of the tape allows customers to see the product inside without breaking the seal.

• Freezer Grade Tape: Withstands cold temperatures without cracking or losing adhesion, making it perfect for frozen food or other items stored in cold environments.

• Long-Term Sealing: The strong adhesive and UV protection ensure that your packages stay sealed for long periods of time, even when exposed to sunlight.

Hot Melt Tape

This tape is a good option for manual or automated sealing solutions. It is strong and durable, and it provides a consistent and secure seal.

Key Features

• Pressure-sensitive hot melt adhesive for strong adhesion

• Unique film structure for consistent performance

• Consistent release coating for easy application

• Aggressive synthetic rubber adhesive for a secure seal

• Increased tack and sheer for powerful bonding

Best Use

• Manual and Automated Sealing:  This tape works well with both manual tape dispensers and automated sealing machines in factories and warehouses.

• Heavy-Duty Applications: The strong adhesive can handle even the most demanding sealing jobs, such as sealing heavy boxes or boxes that will be shipped long distances.

BG Tape

Back-grinding tape is perfect for difficult applications where a high tack adhesive is needed. It is ideal for sealing recycled corrugated boxes, overstuffed boxes, and cartons in hot or cold environments.

Key Features

• Specially formulated adhesive and film composition for high tack

• Unique low stretch cast film for durability

Best Use

• Recycled Corrugated Boxes: The high tack adhesive can securely seal boxes made from recycled cardboard, which can be more difficult to adhere to than virgin cardboard.

• Overstuffed Boxes: The strong adhesive can hold the lid closed on even the most overstuffed boxes, preventing them from bursting open during shipping.

• Hot or Cold Environments: The adhesive remains strong in both hot and cold temperatures, making it ideal for storing or shipping products in a variety of conditions.

Custom Packing Tape

This tape is a great way to add security and professionalism to your packages. You can print your logo or message on the tape to create a lasting impression on your customers.

Security

• Reinforce Your Package:  Custom printed tape with your logo can deter tampering, as it indicates that the package has been sealed by your company.

• Add Handling Instructions: You can print handling instructions on the tape, such as "Fragile" or "This Side Up," to help prevent damage to your products during shipping.

• Deter Tampering in Transit:  Custom tape makes it more obvious if someone has tampered with the package, as the seal will be broken.

Branding

• Make Your Brand the First Thing Customers See:  Custom printed tape with your logo is a great way to promote your brand awareness. Customers will see your logo as soon as they receive the package.

• Present an Enterprise Level Experience:  Custom packaging shows that you take pride in your brand and your products. It creates a more professional impression on your customers.

• Stand Out from the Competition:  Custom tape is a great way to differentiate your brand from your competitors. It shows that you are going the extra mile to provide a quality customer experience.

ROI (Return on Investment)

• Show Customers How to Get in Touch at a Glance: You can print your contact information on the tape, such as your website or phone number. This makes it easy for customers to get in touch with you if they have any questions about their order.

• Versatile and Cost-Effective Branding:  Custom packing tape is a very affordable way to improve the look of your packages.

Two Types of Custom Print Options

• Surface Print Tape is good for smaller volume prints and allows for quicker production time. It’s also useful for adding security and brand awareness to your packages since the design is printed on the surface of the tape. However, since it sits on the surface, the print may smudge or smear.

• Lock Print Tape is better for high volume usage and offers superior print security and clarity. The design is printed within the adhesive layer,  protecting it from scratches and smudges. This makes it more durable than surface print tape. However, it’s not ideal for small prints and can be more expensive.

Choose the Right Tape for You

Choosing the right packing tape can significantly impact your business. By considering the weight, size, and temperature requirements of your products, you can ensure your packages arrive safely and securely at their destination. When it comes to selection and quality, All Pack Supply offers the best possible solutions.  We have a wide variety of tapes to meet your specific needs, and our custom printing options can elevate your brand image and provide additional security benefits.  For expert advice and the best packing tapes on the market, contact us today! We are committed to helping your business thrive.