3M Launches New Industrial Packaging Tape3M has launched Scotch® High Tack Box Sealing Tape 375+, an industrial packaging tape used for box sealing, splicing, recouperage and other packaging applications. Scotch 375+ provides a secure seal with one of the highest performance tapes, offering a quicker stick and hold than other packaging tapes.
Upgraded Tape Coated with 10% Renewable Component Adhesive
Scotch® High Tack Box Sealing Tape 375+, with its consistent, pressure sensitive, high-performance, hot melt synthetic rubber adhesive system, which adheres rapidly to a variety of surfaces. Coated with a 10 percent renewable component adhesive, it adheres well to heavier weight boxes and hard-to-stick corrugate boxes with up to 100% recycled content. The manufacturing quality helps resist splitting and edge tear.
Durable and Dependable Product for Multiple Applications
The product was launched at Pack Expo Las Vegas. 3M displayed Scotch® High Tack Box Sealing Tape 375+ and its industry leading 3M-Matic™ Case Sealers.
“With Scotch® High Tack Box Sealing Tape 375+, we’ve taken steps to assure boxes will stay closed throughout the supply chain journey, even in rough packaging or handling conditions,” said Justin Harris, Box Sealing Tape Marketing Manager, 3M. “Durable and dependable, this upgraded product is another example of how 3M innovation provides excellent performance and secure containment for multiple applications.”
In a current product line application at a large e-commerce customer, Scotch® 375+ has performed with flying colors. The tape had a strong initial bond to boxes emerging from a case sealer, which prevented operators from having to stop production to re-tape any boxes – ensuring the high-speed packaging line ran with optimal efficiency.
Properties of Scotch® High Tack Box Sealing Tape 375+
Other product attributes of the new Scotch® High Tack Box Sealing Tape 375+ include the following:
Rapid adhesion to a variety of surfaces, including fiberboard. The tape’s high percent of fiber pull helps to indicate a stronger tape bond to the box.
Quick, easy application made by hand, using manual dispensers or via 3M-Matic™ Case Sealers, which provide economic automation for easy carton sealing.
Tamper-resistant and clear, the tape can be custom printed to promote a manufacturer’s or retailer’s brand.
Performs well through temperature ranges typical in shipping and storage environments.