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  ​Efficient Packaging Operation Productivity is the backbone of any efficient operation and making each minute count is critical. This is especially true when you have a smaller team. If your packing operations are optimized, it will allow you to: -Cut the time it takes you to pack your products. -Improve your through put (the volume of products you pick, pack and ship). -Save time for other tasks. -Prepare for growth in the future. When you have fewer staff, multiple orders and an expectant customer base can seem overwhelming. However, there are steps you can take to create an efficient packing process that improves productivity and provides long term scalability: Organize your warehouse space – The first step in creating an efficient packing process is organizing your warehouse or packing space. If your product, packaging materials and packing bench are all far away from each other, it will be harder for you to pick, pack and dispatch efficiently. Adding corrugated pick bins and...

What is Water Activated Tape?  Water activated tape, also called gummed paper tape or gummed tape, is a starch-based adhesive. An animal glue-based adhesive can also be used. The starch-based adhesive becomes sticky when moistened and is usually found on a Kraft paper backing. Water activated tape is often used for closing and sealing boxes. Before closing corrugated fiberboard boxes, the tape is moistened with water. The tape is usually 3 inch or 7.5 cm wide. Water-activated, or “gummed,” tape is often used and is very effective for sealing corrugated cartons and boxes. Before closing corrugated fiberboard boxes, the tape is moistened with water. The tape is usually 3 inch or 7.5 cm wide. As the adhesive will bond with the fiberboard material to create a strong durable seal and endure a tough handling during shipping. The tape usually works well on recycled cartons and non-unitized loads. Its reinforced construction assures reliable performance across a rang...