Keywords: application, packaging tape, packing tape, packaging tapes
Article author: Sakura Yang
When we use the packaging tape, the first factor that needs to be considered is is the temperature of the environment where the tape is being applied to cartons, or the application temperature. Extreme hot and cold temperatures can negatively affect the integrity of many tapes.
Many packaging tapes fail to properly adhere to corrugated surfaces when they are applied in the low-temperature environment. This occurs because packaging tape requires wipe down force for the adhesive to penetrate into the substrate of the carton, and adhesives that are not formulated to perform in cold temperatures tend to become brittle and lose their stickiness in low temperatures. With the same reason, if the tapes are stored or transported in a much colder temperature, the tapes can flag or become loose over time, subjecting the contents to pilferage or damage.
On the other hand, extreme heat can cause some packaging tapes to fail due to shrinking of the backing and pulling away from the substrate of the carton. This is especially true when tape is stored in a very hot environment for an extended period of time before being shipped to its destination.
For many manufacturers, case sealing in extreme cold or hot temperatures can’t be avoided, but choosing a packaging tape that is engineered for reliable performance in those harsh environments will reduce the need for reworks caused by tape failure, saving time and money. Read your tape’s recommended usage and temperature range to determine if it is the best fit for your application.
Does your packaging operation demand a tape that stands up against high or low temperatures? Find a tape at world-packing.com.
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Shenzhen World Packing Industrial Ltd
Stretch Film & Packing Tape Specialist , Top China manufacturer