Carton Closure
Secure, Sustainable, and Tamper-Evident Sealing Solutions
Marsh Water-Activated Tape Dispensers
Marsh Tapers are the perfect tools to dispense water-activated tape for all of your carton sealing requirements. You can choose from electric or manual tapers. Water-activated tape is an excellent choice for case sealing because it forms a permanent, fibrous bond with corrugated cardboard, creating a tamper-evident and incredibly strong seal that reinforces the box itself. This creates a secure closure that protects contents, prevents theft, and offers durability for heavy-duty shipping, unlike pressure-sensitive tape which can be easily compromised. Additionally, water-activated tape is eco-friendly and recyclable, and its adhesion is unaffected by temperature changes or contaminants like dust or oil.
How it Works
Permanent Bond: When activated with water, the adhesive bonds permanently to the surface fibers of the cardboard, essentially becoming part of the box. Marsh Tapers are designed to wet the tape consistently and accurately, providing a strong seal that will withstand the entire supply chain. And with the built-in heater (optional), the water applied is at its optimal temperature, ensuring strong, solid adhesion to the carton.
Tamper-Evidence: The bond is tamper-evident, meaning any attempt to open the box will damage the box itself, making tampering obvious. Marsh Tapers ensure the tape you applied maintains its integrity for your door to your customer’s door.
Reinforced Strength: Many water-activated tapes contain fiberglass fibers, which provide added tensile strength and security, reinforcing the entire seal for heavy-duty applications. Water-activated tape bonds well to both new and recycled cardboard, even those with dusty surfaces, providing a reliable seal for various packaging materials. With Marsh Tapers, you can dispense the absolute right length of tape that provides the reinforced strength to reinforce the carton, helping to further protect the contents of the carton. The seal remains strong and unaffected by environmental factors such as temperature changes, dust, or oil after the tape has dried.
Eco-Friendly: Being made of paper, water-activated tape is recyclable, making it a more sustainable option than plastic-based tapes. Marsh Tapers dispense tape lengths accurately and consistently, so you only use the correct amount of tape you require to seal the carton. This helps reduce the overall amount of tape required for strong, reliable closures.