Choosing the right Tape, Part 1
Over the next few weeks we will look at the vast array of
tape that you can buy including general packing tape, printed tape and machine
applied tape.
The first of our tape blogs will be on the basics. Vinyl versus Polypropylene!
Both vinyl and polypropylene tapes can be found in our
online shop in buff and clear and are ideal for sealing boxes and packages for
storage or transportation.
Vinyl (PVC) tape is superior in tack and strength to
polypropylene tape. The vinyl tape also
has the benefit of releasing quietly from the roll. Even though vinyl tape is strong it has the
ability to be ripped easily by hand from the roll to the desired length. This makes it suitable for using with or
without a hand held tape dispenser.
Vinyl tape has a long lasting adhesion and can be used on all types of
paper or cardboard surfaces.
Polypropylene Tape is a great budget alternative to
vinyl. It is also a strong and efficient
packing tape, although noisier when releasing from the roll. Polypropylene tape is also better used with a
hand held tape dispenser which will cut the tape more efficiently than by hand.
Packaging Supplies also stock a low noise polypropylene
tape. This tape releases with low noise
properties similar to vinyl tape but is lower in cost. It effectively seals most items securely for
despatch.