BetterSeal Secure Tape vs. Plastic Tape—Learn what your carton seal really costs Download Tape Cost Comparison BetterSeal Secure Tape, which is a paper water-activated tape (WAT), offers advantages other carton sealing methods do not. BetterSeal Secure Tape literally bonds with the corrugated carton, while most plastic tapes do not form a permanent seal.
Paper water-activated tape
is strong. It's tamper evident. It gives packages a neat, professional appearance and protects a company's brand image. AND it's environmentally friendly.
Water-activated tape is biodegradable, so it can help environmentally conscious shippers improve the sustainability of their packaging. BetterSeal Secure Tape and Better Pack dispensers also help improve productivity and cut down on material waste; just one strip of tape, precisely measured and dispensed, is all that is needed for a secure, environmentally friendly, cost-effective seal.
Using paper water-activated tape is one of the easiest ways a company can "green up" its packaging. Learn more about how Better Packages products impact sustainability.
See why using BetterSeal Secure Tape is the Cost-Effective way to seal your cartons!
Not sure if paper water-activated tape is right for you? Click here to compare carton sealing methods.
BetterSeal Secure Tape Benefits:
Cost-Effective
Only one strip is needed for a strong, secure seal
Can significantly reduce material waste and packaging costs
Strong
Unaffected by dirt, dust, oil, humidity or extreme temperatures
Retains integrity if punctured
Reinforced styles offer superior strength
Ideal for heavy, bulky packages
Recyclable*
Uses renewable, plant-based adhesive
Made from natural, biodegradable materials
Paper tape is 100% eco-friendly
*Fiberglass reinforcements are easily removed during repulping.
Secure
Forms a permanent bond on cartons, paper envelopes and shippers
Adds another layer of tamper-evidence with imprinted dates, codes or security messages
Professional
Ensures a neat professional appearance
Protects brand image with a precise, clean carton seal
Can be preprinted with custom logos and messages
Independent Test Results
Results of independent testing prove that reinforced water-activated tape (WAT) outperforms plastic pressure-sensitive tape (PST) when protection from tampering and pilferage are critical. See the test results for yourself.