Packaging & Finishing Archives - Pro Tapes® https://www.protapes.com/blog/category/packaging-finishing/ Tape manufacturer and specialty converter. Thu, 21 Oct 2021 18:17:17 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 Packaging Tapes that Meet Military & Government Specs https://www.protapes.com/blog/packaging-tapes-that-meet-military-and-government-specs/ Wed, 17 Mar 2021 13:46:52 +0000 https://protapes.com/blog/?p=4214 Often, these tapes tend to require standard specification for Pressure Sensitive tapes for box sealing, closure and packaging.

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]]> Pro Tapes® is ISO 9001 certified, with over 40 years of experience in the manufacture and converting of pressure sensitive adhesives.

We assist our customers with identifying and procuring the highest quality pressure sensitive adhesives that conform to military and government specifications, at competitive prices.

In the Packaging Industry, these specifications play a vital role in selecting the right pressure sensitive adhesive products for box sealing, closure and packaging when working for the Aerospace Industry, Defense Contractors, Government Bids or the Department of Transportation.

To help you in identifying the best packaging tape products to meet your needs, let’s take a closer look at…

Our top 3 carton sealing tapes which conform to mil-spec and government spec:

  • Pro® Seal 300 1.6mil Carton Sealing Tape
  • Pro® 919 3mil Superior Performance Carton Sealing Tape
  • Pro® 929 3.43mil Heavy-Duty Carton Sealing Tape
Pro Seal 300 Tape meets CID A-A-1684C, ROHS Compliant, ASTM D 1974-92

Pro® Seal 300 1.6mil Carton Sealing Tape

Pro® Seal 300 is a polypropylene General Purpose Carton Sealing Tape. This is a 1.6mil hot melt synthethic rubber/resin based adhesive which dispenses smoothly and easily.

This product meets CID A-A-1684C, ROHS Compliant, ASTM D 1974-92

Pro® Seal 300 is also available as Pro® Seal 300AC, which comes in various, non-yellowing colors with an acrylic based adhesive.

A printable option is also available, our Pro® 300P, suitable for custom printing with wide range of colors.

Pro 919 is available in Tan and Clear which each meet various military specifications

Pro® 919 3mil Superior Performance Carton Sealing Tape

Pro® 919 is a Superior Grade 3 mil Carton Sealing Tape. Its backing is a biaxially oriented polypropylene film coated with a high tack synthetic Rubber resin adhesive.

Pro® 919 is ideal for semi-automatic and fully automatic packaging and carton sealing equipment lines. It also adheres well to recycled corrugate.

Pro® 919 is available in both Tan and Clear colors.

The Tan color meets Military Spec PPP-T-60E Type III, Class I. 

The Clear color conforms to ASTM D5570 and also complies with the Federal Food Drug and Cosmetic Act, CFR Title 21, Subpart B, Par.175.105. (which covers the use of Pressure Sensitive Adhesives and tapes for “Indirect contact” food packaging, such as box sealing), CID A-A-1684B and ASTM D5486 Type III.

Pro 929 meets Federal Specification PPP-T-60E, Amend 2 Type III, CID A-A-1830B (CLEAR) and ASTM D5486 Type 1 Class 1

Pro® 929 3.43mil Heavy-Duty Carton Sealing Tape

Pro® 929 is a 3.43mil Heavy Duty Carton Sealing Tape. It is a superior performance polyester packaging and label protection tape. 

Use Pro® 929 for box sealing, splicing, re-cooperage and other demanding packaging applications. It adheres well to recycled corrugate. It also has a strong abrasion resistant backing and has the most consistent pressure sensitive hot melt adhesive system available.

This product meets Federal Specification PPP-T-60E, Amend 2 Type III, CID A-A-1830B (CLEAR) and ASTM D5486 Type 1 Class 1.

In Summary:

  • All three carton sealing and packaging tape products provide the benefit of water and abrasion resistance
  • They are quickly and easily applied by hand dispenser
  • Available in machine length sizes for automation processes
  • Suitable for corrugated boxes standard
  • Available in clear and tan colors
  • Can be custom cut to any size
  • Can be custom printed for security and/or branding

QUESTIONS? THE PRO TAPES® TEAM IS HERE FOR YOU!

If your opportunity requires a specification not listed on our technical data sheets, please feel free to reach out to sales@protapes.com and a sales professional will be happy to assist you.

We are committed to helping you identify the right solution for your project.

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]]> 3 Reasons Operations Managers Should Partner With Pro Tapes® https://www.protapes.com/blog/3-reasons-operations-managers-should-partner-with-pro-tapes/ Wed, 28 Feb 2018 20:03:43 +0000 http://protapes.com/blog/?p=1237 An essential part of an Operations Managers job is to ensure that your production process flows in an efficient and effective manner. Understanding that providing timely delivery and high quality products, while balancing the need to maintain cost is no easy task. That’s why it’s critical to identify and partner with vendors who not only […]

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]]> An essential part of an Operations Managers job is to ensure that your production process flows in an efficient and effective manner. Understanding that providing timely delivery and high quality products, while balancing the need to maintain cost is no easy task. That’s why it’s critical to identify and partner with vendors who not only share your values when it comes to service & quality, but understand the problems that are unique and specific to each individual business. Uncovering issues, either in your production process, material flow or quality is the key to continued success, and working with a reliable vendor who can help furnish solutions to the problems that get uncovered is essential. Pro Tapes® has long established itself as a leader in providing our customers with practical solutions to their unique problems that help promote their success. Whether we furnish your pressure sensitive tape needs, handle complex contract converting or packaging/finishing projects, we can assist with improving your business.

Here are three of the top reasons you should consider partnering with the Pro’s® at Pro Tapes®:

1. Experience:

Pro® has been a global leader in the marketing and converting of pressure sensitive tapes for over forty years. We have grown to become the largest converter of pressure sensitive adhesive tapes in the world today.

Pro® has acquired a multitude of registrations, certifications & compliances over the past 40 years, making us truly one of a kind.

2. Effective:

Pro® continues to invest in the latest converting technology to ensure we provide not only the best quality but also to:

  • Ensure repeatability and competitive pricing. All while maintaining ample converting capacity to react to any need.
  • Our 150,000sqft facility houses over 40 converting machines and stocks millions of sqyds in raw materials ready to fill your needs.

Pro® continues to invest in the latest converting technology to ensure we provide the best quality products and services.

3. Efficient:

Pro® has tailored its infrastructure and converting facility to exceed our customer’s needs. We pride ourselves on providing knowledgeable technical support, 24hr price quotes on non-standards, and rapid order turn arounds.

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]]> 5 Ways Our Newly Upgraded Individual Roll Packaging With UPC Labels Will Improve Your Business https://www.protapes.com/blog/5-ways-our-newly-upgraded-individual-roll-packaging-with-upc-labels-will-improve-your-business/ Thu, 17 Aug 2017 22:00:37 +0000 http://protapes.com/blog/?p=951 Pro Tapes® new packaging and label design is not just an artistic refresh, it’s designed with retail in mind. Our updated labels contain easy-to-read product information in a standardized format and include a UPC barcode making Pro Tapes® products even more retail-friendly. Our standard finishing includes a clear PET film wrapping to protect each individual roll of tape and make […]

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]]> Pro Tapes® new packaging and label design is not just an artistic refresh, it’s designed with retail in mind. Our updated labels contain easy-to-read product information in a standardized format and include a UPC barcode making Pro Tapes® products even more retail-friendly. Our standard finishing includes a clear PET film wrapping to protect each individual roll of tape and make removal of the label clean and easy.

The standardized layout of our new labels are designed to help you quickly identify the various Pro Tapes® products in your inventory and improve your experience with Pro® products.

Here’s 5 reasons how our new individual roll packaging will help your business…

1. Helps maintain brand integrity:

The Pro® Brand is synonymous with High-Quality, and you want a roll package that reflexes the quality inside and the value it delivers. The Pro® Brand is synonymous with High-Quality, and you want a roll package that reflects the quality inside and the value it delivers.

2. Helps improve engagement with your customers:

Clearly explained benefits & features that each roll of Pro-Branded tapes offer.
Clearly explained benefits and features of each roll of the Pro® Branded tape offering.

3. Helps maintain regulatory standards:

By clearly listing the size and content on each roll label, we make it easier for you to certify exactly what you can expect in each roll.
By clearly listing the size and content on each roll label, we make it easier for you to certify exactly what you can expect in each roll.

4. Helps maintain a cost effective inventory management system:

Each roll provides barcode traceability making your inventory easier to manage.

Each roll provides barcode traceability making your inventory easier to manage.

5. Helps keep each roll in your inventory clean, fresh and looking professional.

Each roll is protected by a clear PET film, keeping your colors bright, clean and ready for use.

Each roll is protected by a clear PET film, keeping your colors bright, clean and ready for use.

Please visit our website to view all our products with the newly designed labels such as Artist Tape, Pro® Console Tape, Cable Path, Pro® Duct series, Pro Gaff® and Pro Glow® tape just to name a few.

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