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Paper-based packaging reinforcement

Introducing next gen reinforcement tape for enhanced strength and packaging recyclability

Tecnologías

Lightweight and thinner flute packaging

There are several reasons behind the trend towards thinner flute in packaging:

Cost reduction: Production cost decrease since less raw material is used
More sustainability: Fewer resources are consumed and less waste is generated, lightweight packaging supports transport emission savings
Space optimization: Thinner material allows for more efficient use of warehouse storage space
Enhanced printability: The thinner flutes offer smoother surfaces, which enhances print quality - for better branding and visual appeal
Customization and flexibility: Thinner flute packaging can be easily folded, shaped, and molded into various forms - allowing for more innovative packaging solutions and better product presentation

While thinner flute packaging offers numerous benefits, it is important to strike a balance between reducing material thickness and maintaining sufficient strength and protection for the packaged goods. Packaging design and material selection should consider the specific requirements of the product being packaged to ensure adequate protection during handling, transportation, and storage.
That is where tape comes into play: Reinforcement tapes add strength to lightweight packaging.

Supporting lighter packaging with a more sustainable solution: Introducing tesa® 51345

With our newly launched paper-based reinforcement tape tesa® 51345 you can add extra strength to your packaging while at the same time ensuring recyclability of the used box.

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At tesa, we want to increasingly use our expertise to develop products with a contribution to sustainability.
tesa® 51345 ticks the following boxes when it comes to sustainable aspects:

Recyclable: disposable with the board material (tested acc. to Cepi recyclability laboratory test method, version 2)
Paper backing from sustainably managed sources
Solvent-free coating process
100% recycled paper core

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tesa® 51345 has been developed to reinforce critical stress areas like side hole handles, flap handles, and top hole handles. Tests have proven same level of performance strength as market standard film-based tapes.
The tape’s innovative, strong paper backing is combined with a high-tack adhesive, ensuring a reliable bond also on board with highly recycled content. When the packaging is disposed of, the tape can be recycled along with the packaging material. tesa® 51345 can be applied in-line during the corrugated board manufacturing process or off-line during box processing with market standard applicator systems.