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When selecting a sealing method, businesses should consider several critical questions: How heavy is the carton? Is it likely to lose shape or open under stacking pressure or during transportation? How valuable are the goods inside? Is there a high risk of tampering or pilferage? Do your packaging requirements call for tamper-evident, tamper-resistant, or tamper-proof solutions? Which method offers the best overall value? Consider not just material costs, but also productivity, equipment investment, labor, damage, returns, and potential pilferage. Tape Sealing: Tape sealing is a frequently used method for closing cartons, primarily due to its simplicity and low cost. It involves applying adhesive tape—either manually or automatically—over the top and bottom flaps of the carton. Various types of tape are available, including pressure-sensitive, reinforced filament, water-activated, tamper-evident, and paper-based options. Stapling is a mechanical sealing method that provide...

Your products deal with many hazards before arriving to your customer; from knocks to tumbles, keeping your product (and its packaging) safe is a simple method to minimize returns.  Two popular methods for securing items together are strapping and banding! Their job is to keep products from shifting or becoming damaged during shipping.  Whether you are packing products for shipping or storage, choosing the right materials and techniques can make all the difference. Here we will cover a few points you need to know about strapping and banding, including the different types of materials, the tools and equipment you’ll need, and tips for selecting the right methods for your specific packaging requirements. Strapping, also known as banding or pallet banding, is a vital part of product packing and distribution. It is used primarily to secure pallets and to bundle items in transit. The choice does vary but comes down to two main categories – metal and plastic. What is strapping m...