Definitions, Applications, Uses and Specifications

Adhesives
These are the “sticky” component that join two surfaces - they generally take the form of a tape (adhesive only, no membrane)or a glue stick which when melted is all adhesive. In addition adhesive is available in spray canisters as permanent or removable adhesive.

Adhesive transfer
Consists of a layer of adhesive only without a backing surface to give strength for application. Thus a film is “all adhesive” and offers adhesion from both surfaces. ATG or Adhesive transfer, is easily applied using an ATG gun or dispenser.

Tape
A tape product consists of a backing membrane on one or both sides of which adhesive has been layered. Thus giving single and double sided tapes. The membrane lends strength and handling/application ability to the adhesive.

Films
Consist of a membrane only, generally one side of which has had a layer of low tack adhesive applied in order that the film will attach. It’s primary use is as a membrane not as a packaging or sealing item.

Parcel Security
Consider tape to be your insurance policy - it ensures that the parcel or product to which it has been applied remains intact during transit.The “bigger” the tape the better your policy. Tape strength is oftenmeasured by the thickness of the backing material - and this is measured in microns (one micron is .001 of a millimetre). Today common tape backing material ranges from 25 microns to 50 plus microns and will be of a cellulose, polypropylene or vinyl composition. The adhesive on the tape will often comprise a rubber, synthetic (acrylic) and solvent free base.Additional security can be gained by having your tape custom printed. This not only makes it evident that a package has been tampered with, but also provides an added opportunity to add your branding. The permutations and combinations of membrane product, membrane thickness and adhesive type and colour lead to a myriad of options. Consult your experienced Paklink memberfor guidance.

Tape applications Home and office
Generally of a cellulose structure used in a shop at the counter, for small parcels, or as magic tape (invisible or mending tape). Also for repairs to documents books etc.

Packaging
Polypropylene is an economic product for parceland carton closure. It can be applied by hand or by machine (when roll lengths are regularly 1500 metres) and mayrequire properties to handle extreme conditions of heat, cold, humidity etc.

Vinyl tape
is also used in parcel and box sealing, but being vinylit does have less stretch and thus generally better adhesion. Generally suitable for hand application only.

Strapping
Coloured vinyl tape in a range of colours has a vast range of applications bundling (produce growing), colour coding (cattle flagging), floor (lane marking), industrial process,insulating tape.

Filament tape
A particularly strong product with fibreglass reinforcing of the tape backing membrane is used for bundlingof heavy items (steel rods) or for parcels requiring considerable protection.

Masking tape
A paper or vinyl product for painting (brush, roller or spray) duty to ensure that the paint conforms to the pattern or lines desired. It is sacrificed when the painting job is completed.

Agricultural
All weather tape, a heavy duty product is used in repair of PVC and polythene tunnel houses as well as a the temporary securing of damaged glass in glass houses.

Electrical
Insulation tape is a PVC film with a rubber adhesive for use in most electrical workings.

Foam sealant tapes
Single and double sided foam tapes of many (foam) thicknesses and many applications (foam composition). Uses include dust sealing, glass (double glazing) and all industrial applications.

VHB
Very high bond tape provide adhesion at least as good as welding and in addition provide a barrier between two dissimilar metals. A more reliable component eventuates in that the metal is not heated or perforated (pop rivets), it does allow for some movement (outdoor temperature changes) and the “join” is invisible on the completed item.

Adhesives
Paklink members are proud to offer a range of Hot melt adhesive products. Applied from a “hot melt glue gun” these glues offer a broad range of problem solving (depending upon the adhesive employed) from gap filling to strength bonding.

Specific tapes
Hazard Lane markingAgricultural ElectricalFoil Slick SurfacePlate mounting FilamentAbrasion resistant BundlingChip resistance Spray adhesivesCorrosion protection/pipeline wrapping All weatherSelf amalgamating tape VHBFilm joining tape Carpet tapePTFE / UHMW tape Hot melt gluesFoam PackingBundling Bumpons

A selection of Premium grade tough vinyl packaging tapes foruse in the office, warehouse or factory.

1554 Brown Vinyl - Premium
New Zealand’s most popular tape in the office. Made from atough brown vinyl film and has an easy release of the roll.
24/ 36/ 48mm x 55m

1555 Brown Vinyl - Firm Release - Low Noise
Similar to 1554 except that it is a low noise firm release vinyl tape.
24/ 36/ 48mm x 55m

1503 Clear Vinyl - Medium Duty - Firm Release - Low Noise
Clear vinyl tape suitable for heavy/medium duty applications.
24/ 36/ 48mm x 100m

1553 Brown Vinyl - Medium Duty - Firm Release - Low Noise
Made from a tough vinyl film this tape is a brown version of 1503.
24/ 36/ 48mm x 100m

Tiki-Tape offer a wide variety of general purpose packaging tapes, from vinyls for medium to heavy duty packaging and polypropylene tapes for light to medium duty packaging.

#300 Clear, #302 Brown & #294 White Vinyl
an all-purpose industrial PVC tape for a large number of applications, with a rubber adhesive. Has excellent plasticity and rigidity and the thick layer of adhesive ensures high tack suitable for a large number of surfaces.
18/ 24/ 36/ 48/ 96mm x 55/ 100m

#303 Brown, #304 Clear Heavy Duty Vinyl
particularly suited for heavy packaging where higher strength is required. Special rigidity and stretch resistance and has a rubber based adhesive.
36/ 48mm x 55m

#310 Clear, #312 Brown Polyprop
an excellent high quality polypropylene sealing tape, naturally degradable with a rubber adhesive. Good quick stick, suitable for a range of surfaces.
24/ 36/ 48mm x 55/ 100m

#291 Clear, #292 Brown Polyprop
an excellent economical polypropylene sealing tape with a rubber based adhesive, suitable for all types of packaging. Other types available on application.
24/ 36/ 48mm x 100m36/ 48mm x 1000m

#281 Clear, #282 Brown Polypropylene
An economical polypropylene sealing tape with an acrylic adhesive, suitable for all types of packaging.
36/ 48mm x 100m

Handy Rule
To assist you with the sizing you need we have included this handy reference togauge accurately the tape you require.We hope you find it helpful.

T501/526 Clear PVC
A top class packaging tape for use where tough holding power is needed. Backing withstands abrasion and damage that polypropylene tapes do not. Clear tape allows use on printed cartons without masking messages or advertising.
T501 12/ 18/ 24/ 30/ 36/ 48mm x 66m
T526 24/ 36/ 48mm x 100m

T520/525 Brown PVC
A top class packaging tape for use where tough holding power is needed. Backing withstands abrasion and damage that polypropylene tapes do not. Brown coloured for use with brown cartons to produce a neat looking finished product.
T520 12/ 18/ 24/ 30/ 36/ 48mm x 66m
T525 24/ 36/ 48mm x 100m

T503 Brown Heavy PVC
A brown heavy weight packaging tape that can be used as a strapping tape for many applications. The strength of the backing makes it ideal for cartons containing heavy product.
T503 18/ 24/ 36/ 48mm x 55m

T509 Clear Heavy PVC
A clear heavy weight packaging tape that can also be used as a strapping tape for many applications. The strength of the backing makes it ideal for cartons containing heavy product.
T509 24/ 36/ 48mm x 55m

T530 Brown Heavy PP
A medium weight film tape for use when stronger holding is required. Brown coloured to match cartons.
T530 24/ 36/ 48mm x 100m

T531 Clear Heavy PP
A medium weight film tape for use when stronger holding is required. Clear to allow printing on cartons to be visible.
T531 24/ 36/ 48mm x 100m

T630 (Brown)
T631 (Clear)
Medium Weight (Rubber/ Resin Adhesive)
For packaging light to medium weight cartons. Particularly suited to low temperature applications. The thick layer of natural rubber based adhesive gives a high tack quality, which can be used on a wide range of surfaces.
T630/ T631 36/ 48mm x 100m

T632 (Brown)
T633 (Clear)
Medium Weight PP (Acrylic Adhesive)
The structure of polypropylene film guarantees excellent stretch characteristics, plasticity and some rigidity. The thick layer of acrylic adhesive has given some good results when used on cartons made from recycled board. Also suitable for lowtemperature applications.T632/ T633 18/ 24/ 36/ 48mm x 100m

Scotch® and Tartan™ packaging tapesoffer a range of quality tapes that cater for requirements from low volume hand applications to high volume automatic carton sealing. Whether heavy duty or economy, Scotch® and Tartan™ packaging tapes are manufactured to the most stringent quality and performance standards using the finest materials and adhesives.

Scotch® 373 High Performance Packaging Tape.
A high performance packaging tape (40 micron) with a solvent-free synthetic rubber adhesive. 373 is the first choice for difficult to bond to surfaces such as recycled board, for heavier cartons and where maximum carton security is required.
Clear and Tan 25/ 36/ 48mm x 50m
Clear and Tan 36/ 48mm x 100m
Clear 25mm x 1000m
Clear 48mm x 1500m

Scotch® 372 Performance
Packaging Tape.
Scotch® 372 is a performance packaging tape (35 micron) with a solvent-free synthetic rubber adhesive. It is versatile and suitable for almost all packaging applications. Use on heavier cartons, some recycled boards and can be used for goods that are not shipped on pallets.
Clear 36/ 48/ 72mm x 100m
Clear 36/ 48/ 72mm x 1500m
Tan 36/ 48/ 96mm x 100m

Scotch® 370 Standard Grade Packaging Tape.
Scotch® 370 is a packaging tape with solvent-free rubber adhesive (28 micron). Excellent packaging performance for many sealing, bundling and holding applications. Works best with standard board cartons and cartons that are shipped in pallet lots.
Clear and Tan 36/ 48mm x 100m
Clear 36/ 48mm x 1000m/1500m
Clear 75mm x 100m / 1500m
Tan 48mm x 1500m

Scotch® 311 Acrylic Packaging Tape (Cold Temperature Tape).
An acrylic packaging tape (28 micron).Excellent packaging performance for many sealing, bundling and holding applications. Can be used on lighter recycled board cartons, cartons shipped in pallet lots and for cartons sealed in cold or damp environments.
Clear 36/ 48mm x 100m
Clear 36/ 48/ 72mm x 1000m

Tartan™ 307 Economy Acrylic
Packaging Tape.
An economy grade general purpose packaging tape (25 micron). Used where the performance of 370 or 311 and above is not necessary. Or use on difficult to bond to surfaces where the stress on the tapeis minimal.
Clear and Tan 48mm x 100m
Clear 36mm x 100m
Clear 48mm x 1500m

Today there is a demand for fast, dependable and cost efficient case sealing.
To meet this demand 3M’s range of new generation automated case sealers
are designed for high volume production. These case sealing machines feature a compact functional industrial design, and are built tough to provide years of dependable performance.

Each 3M-Matic™ comes with the new Accuglide™ Taping Heads. These taping heads ensure that even lightweight corrugated cases are securely and carefully sealed. They represent 3M’s commitment to innovation as the industry leader in case sealing systems. Full details are in the 3M-Matic™ case sealing range brochure.

An economical range of Polypropylene Packaging Tapes for sealing cartons.

0725 (Clear), 0726 (Brown) tapes with high tack rubberresin adhesive.
Clear 36/ 48mm x 100m
Brown 36/ 48mm x 100m

0767 (Clear), 0777 (Brown) tapes with long agingacrylic adhesive.
Clear 36/ 48mm x 100m
Brown 36/ 48mm x 100m

A selection of quality polypropylene packaging tapes fromNew Zealand’s leading tape manufacturer.

1545 Clear Polypropylene Packaging Tape in Economical 100m rolls. Ideal for general purpose sealing of cartons and parcels.
24/ 36/ 48mm x 100m

1546 The same product as 1545, but brown in colour.
24/ 36/ 48mm x 100m

1550 Heavy duty strong brown Polypropylene Packaging.
24/ 36/ 48mm x 55m

1552 The same product as 1550, but brown in colour.
24/ 36/ 48mm x 55m

Extra long rolls of strong polypropylene tape designed for use with Siat Carton Closure Machines. A selection of automated carton sealing machines are also available.

1580 Clear 48mm x 1000m
1585 Clear 36/ 48mm x 1500m
1582 Brown 36/ 48mm x 1000m
1586 Brown 48mm x 1500m