If you're looking for a more efficient and cost‑effective way to secure your packages, water activated tape and its dispensers are the solution for you.
Also known as gummed paper tape or Tegrabond, this tape—used with manual or automatic dispensers—offers several advantages over hand‑applied plastic tape, including:
Superior adhesion, tear resistance and sustainability combine to deliver savings for your ecommerce dispatch and warehouse operations.
Dispenser‑applied gummed tape adheres directly to cartons once the adhesive is moistened, forming a permanent bond with the box fibres. Unlike plastic tape—which often requires multiple overlapping strips—a single strip of water activated tape is all you need, dramatically reducing pack time and tape usage.
High‑speed operations—Amazon among them—use gummed tape to boost efficiency by up to 21%. Electronic dispensers can even pre‑cut precise lengths, eliminating waste and speeding up each pack station. Our tape dispensers range from manual lever units to preprogrammed electronic models, all designed for rapid, consistent application.
Although plastic tape may cost less per metre, gummed tape’s single‑strip seal means total consumption often falls below that of plastic. Pre‑set dispensers further reduce waste by cutting only the length needed for each carton, while a single neat strip enhances the professional appearance of your packages when paired with quality cardboard boxes.
Made from kraft or reinforced paper with a natural starch adhesive, gummed tape is recyclable with the carton—no residue or contamination. It’s stronger than many plastic tapes, yet gentle on recycling streams.
Print your logo and branding directly on the tape at lower MOQ and cost than for bespoke printed box runs.
Once bonded, gummed tape cannot be removed without visible damage, protecting shipments and reducing loss or theft.
Water activated tape outperforms plastic tape in efficiency, security, sustainability and appearance—driving down costs while giving your packages a cleaner, more professional finish.
Interested in how gummed paper tape can transform your packing lines? Talk to The Packaging Club today.
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