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Quality Packaging Starts with Premium Adhesives

When it comes to packaging goods for transport and sale, having a strong and secure seal is imperative. Using premium industrial adhesives designed specifically for packaging applications can make all the difference in preventing leaks, contamination, or spills that could ruin products or packaging lines. In this article, we’ll look at some of the top-performing adhesives used for critical packaging sealing and assembly.

Case and Carton Sealing

Boxes, cases, and cartons need to stay tightly closed to protect the contents inside. Hot melt adhesives are commonly used to seal corrugated cardboard cartons and cases. The hot melt glue is applied in liquid form and then quickly forms a strong, long-lasting bond as it cools and sets. These adhesives go on fast with automated applicators and provide an immediate seal, allowing high-speed packaging line throughput. Popular hot melts for case and carton sealing provide flexibility, shock and vibration resistance, and high tack to prevent the flaps from opening during transport and distribution.

Tray Forming

For protective trays and inserts inside boxes, a structural adhesive is needed. Water-based emulsion adhesives are a top choice for tray forming with foldable cardboard. As the cardboard passes through the tray-forming machine, the adhesive is applied precisely to the contact points that will be pressed together to form the tray corners and sides. Once dried, the adhesive creates a rigid structure able to protect the contents. Emission-friendly water-based adhesives provide the high bond strength needed while allowing fast machine speeds.

Container Labeling

When applying labels to containers, bottles, cans, and jars, the label adhesive is vital to getting accurate placement and consistent results. Pressure-sensitive adhesives are specially engineered to stick fast upon label contact while providing repositionability during the labeling process. Once applied, the adhesive locks the label firmly in place with no peeling or edge lifting. Specialty pressure-sensitive adhesives give outstanding adhesion to difficult substrates like cold, damp glass and plastic containers commonly used for food, beverages, personal care items, and household products.

 

Final Word about Premium Quality Adhesives

By utilizing premium adhesives designed for each application, packagers can optimize their sealing, labeling, and assembly operations. This allows durable, secure, and appealing packaging to be produced efficiently. Partnering with a trusted adhesive supplier ensures you have the right adhesive technologies and products available to meet today’s high-speed packaging requirements while providing the reliability and quality needed to protect your packaged goods. Call or visit our website today to connect with an adhesive expert for your packaging needs.

 

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