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When it comes to packages and loads that are difficult and heavy, there’s no better way to seal them up than with filament tape. This packing tape is embedded with strands of fiberglass, providing superior tensile strength for your most demanding jobs. However, these fiberglass strands can also make the tape difficult to tear into individual strips.
That’s where a filament tape dispenser comes in. This device features an ergonomic, tensionable grip, as well as a retractable cutter blade that easily slices through the filament tape. In this article, we will cover how to load and operate a filament tape dispenser.
We also made a step-by-step video that you can follow along to:
The majority of tape dispensers
For all its benefits, stretch wrap is not without its drawbacks. Since the plastic film needs to be kept taught as it is wrapped around items and loads, worker’s hands can eventually develop stress and fatigue. Additionally, the paper core and thin plastic can chafe and irritate your hands.
That’s where a stretch wrap dispenser comes in. This handy device offers both an adjustable tensioner and an ergonomic grip that’s much easier on the hands. And thankfully, setting one up is quick and easy. In this article, we will cover how to assemble a stretch wrap dispenser, as well as some basic tips on using it.
Before you load your stretch wrap, you
Poly bag tape is a special kind of tape that is specifically made to stick to low-surface-energy materials, such as polyethylene and polypropylene bags. The strong rubber adhesive and durable plastic backing keep poly bags sealed and prevent the items held inside from spilling out.
Rather than painstakingly tying and taping the ends of poly bags by hand, you can instead use a poly bag tape dispenser. This simple machine is easy to use and makes the process of sealing poly bags quick and efficient. Follow along to our video and read the steps below on how to properly set up and use your poly bag tape dispenser:
Before you load your dispenser, you want to make sure that your tape is the correct size. Visually check to
Tape guns are as much of a warehouse standard as forklifts and pallets. These dispensers expedite the process of sealing boxes and cartons. As standard as these accessories are, it can be a little tricky for first-timers to try loading one. In this article, we will provide easy instructions on how to properly load your tape gun.
We’ve made a short how-to video for loading your tape gun that you can follow along to here:
Before you load the tape gun, you want to make sure that your tape gun is the right size for your tape. A roll of tape that’s too wide won’t fit, while tape that’s too thin can slide back and forth along the tape reel, resulting in messy taping jobs.
To determine if
Do you need a stretch wrap machine? They may be expensive, but it’s a worthy question. You may think that wrapping pallets by hand is the way to go because of how easy and cost-effective it is. And if you’re a small business that only needs to ship a small volume of goods on a daily-to-weekly basis, you’re absolutely right.
However, depending on the industry you work in and the scale of your operations, you may actually be better off investing in a stretch wrap machine. To help you think it over, we’ve put together a list of the four biggest signs that a stretch wrap machine is the right choice for you.
This is probably the first red flag that you’ll encounter. Pallets that are improperly wrapped are at a significant risk of toppling or collapsing. While hand wrapping is fine for smaller loads and bundles, it is nearly impossible to maintain a constant force of tension on the stretch wrap for
Equipment & Accessories is comprised of various handles and dispensers that accommodate certain kinds of stretch film and packing tape. These tools provide a safe and ergonomic grip while dispensing the packaging materials, keeping workers safe and reducing the strain they experience on the job. Equipment and accessories are highly cost-effective, as they can be used and reused for as long as they last. When you use these accessories together with a roll of stretch wrap or packing tape, you’ll end up making your packaging processes faster, easier, and safer.