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Gummed Paper Tape – also referred to as Water Activated Tape – is a strong adhesive tape which is used extensively throughout the packaging industry. Gummed Tape is manufactured from natural resources such as paper or potato starch and comes available in either a traditional brown backing, white backing, or can be easily printed on to display your brand. Not only is this product 100% biodegradable and recyclable, but gummed paper tape bonds directly with the carton to create a strong tamper-proof seal that is resistant to environmental fluctuations.
Initially, especially if you are using Plastic Tape, you might find it difficult considering the switch purely because plastic tape is less expensive to buy. Looking at the bigger picture, the number of benefits that gummed paper tape has to offer can be well worth the extra penny and save you money in the long run. This article looks at the benefits of gummed tape and why you should consider using it:
The Benefits of Gummed Paper Tape
1) Strong Adhesive
As mentioned above, the natural glue adhesive is much stronger than standard packing tape. Once applied, it creates a bond with the cardboard box, making the entire package stronger and more secure. Better product protection means less damages, cutting down costs associated with replacing broken or lost products.
2) Enhanced Security
Gummed paper tape is an excellent tamper solution. When the tape is applied to a carton, a permanent bond is created. This means to separate the tape from the carton, the carton becomes damaged showing evidence of tampering.
3) Cost-effective Solution
When using plastic tape, one strip of tape is rarely enough to seal a carton. In tape trials, we have seen packers often use 2 or more strips of tape to close one side of a carton. Due to the strong bond that gummed paper tape creates, only one strip is typically needed to secure a carton.
Top tip: When combined with an automatic dispenser, you will have full control over the amount of tape being used to seal your boxes. This reduces excess use and waste, lowering the amount of tape you need to buy.
4) Great for Over and Under-filled Cartons
Using plastic tape to seal overfilled cartons is not an effective solution. However, gummed tape is a great solution when sealing overfilled cartons.
Conversely, if cardboard boxes are under-filled, Reinforced Gummed Tape holds the box’s flaps closed securely, giving the package another layer of strength.
5) Eco-friendly
Gummed paper tape is manufactured from renewable natural resources making it 100% biodegradable and recyclable.
Going green has several benefits for companies. It can cut costs, improve efficiency, and create healthier workplaces. Less tangible benefits include improving brand reputation and customer loyalty, as well as staff morale.
6) Temperature and Dust Tolerant
If you have worked with plastic tapes and adhesives before, you will likely understand that dust and varying temperatures can have a drastic effect on the quality of the tape seal. Gummed tape is inherently durable, with the ability to withstand a wide variety of environmental factors including extreme cold and heat, dust, and dirt.
7) Smart Presentation
Standard adhesive tape is not the most attractive way of sealing a package. Packages sealed with paper tape look neat and professional, positively reflecting on both your product and your brand. They are also easy to print on, which is a great, low-cost opportunity to promote your brand by adding a logo or personalised message to your shipments.
Conclusion
If you’re in the market for a tape to seal your packages that won’t let you down, Gummed Paper Tape is a great choice. If you have any questions, please get in touch with a member of our expert sales team today.
