How do you apply it? Tapes for manual dispensers and automatic taping machines
MANUAL DISPENSERS
The use of manual dispensers is recommended in cases where there is a limited number of boxes to pack, requiring the intervention of a dedicated operator, usually in medium-small business environments. Since the performance of self-adhesive tape also depends on the correct pressure with which it is applied, it is recommended to use special dispensers to apply the tape with adequate pressure.
Manual tape dispensers are extremely practical tools, easy to carry, which guarantee accurate, safe and clean sealing.
What are the characteristics of a good manual dispenser?
Ergonomic pistol grip, for one-handed use and to allow fluid work with the greatest possible precision.
Sharp blade (preferably steel) for fast and precise cutting;
Used for closing packages such as cardboard boxes and envelopes of different weights and sizes, sealing, combining, reinforcing and wrapping operations.
It is useful in a variety of contexts, including consumer goods, electronics, food and beverage, medical products, office, maintenance and repair, paper, printing, warehouses, industrial plants, e-commerce shipping centers, and retail distribution.
What are the characteristics of a suitable tape for hand dispenser?
They are used in noise-sensitive areas.
The tapes have a standard size of 50 -75 mm and a shorter length (maximum 132 m).
Dispensers are tools that can be used with one hand, with an ergonomic handle, comfortable and light, easily transportable.
The use of these tools guarantees extremely accurate, safe, clean and practical sealing of packages.
Which adhesive tapes does Fabo recommend?
The most suitable supports are: BOPP, PET, PAPER with different levels of adhesion and resistance
Silent unwinding tapes, suitable for medium-small sized environments.
Adhesive tapes with Acrylic adhesive are the most used because they are silent.
Our product codes: the entire range of Acrylic and Hot Melt tapes, if silence is not required.
AUTOMATIC TAPING MACHINES
An automatic taping machine is a machine that efficiently and accurately applies adhesive tape to packages. Used in large-scale business settings, these devices streamline the packaging process, improving efficiency, speed of application, package quality, and reducing human error.
Depending on how they work, they are divided into two main categories:
Semi-automatic taping machines
Automatic taping machines
In the first case, these are machines that require an operator to load/unload the box and start the cycle. Approximately 10/20 boxes per minute can be processed.
In automatic machines, however, the system is able to allow automatic cycles, bringing the rhythms to 10/35 boxes per minute. In this case, the operator only has to activate and manage the controls.
What are the advantages of using an automatic taping machine?
Performance and speed: they speed up preparation and automate the closing of packages, minimizing the effort of the operation.
Ease of use: operator action is reduced to a minimum.
Reliability: the machine ensures an impeccable closure by applying the adhesive tape to the top and bottom of the box.
What are the characteristics of a suitable tape for automatic taping machine?
Suitable for closures for intensive (industrial) use.
Roll length, up to 2000 m, depending on the substrate, gives greater durability.
Faster and more continuous application (fewer roll changes) compared to manual dispensers, thanks both to the technical characteristics of the machine and the characteristics of the tape (high instant adhesion).
Flexibility: can be used on all automatic or semi-automatic taping machines.
Which adhesive tapes does Fabo recommend?
The most suitable supports are: BOPP, PET, PAPER, LDPE.
Tapes with noisy unwinding, for ease of unwinding.
Hot Melt adhesive tapes, which have a higher tack, i.e. a strong instant adhesion even on recycled cardboard.
Our product codes: from the noisy Acrylic range to the entire Hot Melt range.
How do you apply the tape?
The Fabo team is available to help you choose the tape that best suits your needs, based on the tool used.
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