Tape for dummies

Everyone uses tape, but how many use the right tape for the right use? Can we use it properly?

Finding the right solution for closing a cardboard box can be a time-consuming affair if the strength properties and price are to work out correctly.

Choice of tape type should be seen in conjunction with the selected tape pattern. Alternative patterns are often based on creativity and experience. To facilitate this work for new and experienced packers of dangerous goods as well as other types of goods, NET has therefore created this simple overview based on its experience.

The overview shows each individual solution in addition to frequently used combinations of tapes for packaging that is particularly susceptible to damage during transport. Occasionally, the solution is also strengthened with conveyor belts.

The illustrations are all shown on identical box. The boxes can of course vary greatly in shape and type, but the principle of taping will still be independent of what you choose as bottom/top, short side or long side.

Should you have other good solutions, we are happy to discuss these for possible implementation in our overview.

L pattern		Tape over edge, top and bottom tabs only
U pattern		Tape joins top and bottom tabs
L+U pattern		Tape joins top and bottom tabs, and tape only over edge of top and bottom tabs
H pattern		Tape goes over tabs and corner
H+ pattern		Tape goes over tabs and corner and straps across tabs
O pattern		Strong closure for standard box with tape around the entire box with overlap
O+ pattern		Strong closure for standard box with tape around the entire box with overlap and straps across tabs
X pattern		Tape across top and bottom tabs
C pattern		Tape over edge with full coverage tabs
Ø pattern		Tape over edges along the entire top and bottom

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Taping patterns for packaging