Siat - Box Taper

Applications & Use Cases

• Used in end-of-line packaging for sealing cardboard boxes.
• Commonly found in food manufacturing for sealing product cases prior to palletisation.
• Applicable in distribution centres for preparing parcels for shipment.
• Utilised in various industrial settings requiring automated or semi-automated box closure.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

Typically handles 10-30 boxes per minute, depending on box size and operator interaction for semi-automatic models.

Power supply

Commonly requires a standard single-phase 230V, 50Hz electrical supply for UK operations.

Box dimensions

Typically accommodates a range of box sizes, with minimum and maximum dimensions for length, width, and height commonly specified by the manufacturer.

Tape width

Usually designed for standard packaging tape widths, often 50mm or 75mm.

Machine type

Can be semi-automatic (operator feeds boxes) or automatic (integrated into a conveyor line).

Footprint

For this class of equipment, the footprint typically ranges from 1m x 0.8m to 2m x 1m, depending on the model and whether it includes infeed/outfeed conveyors.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of boxes can a box taper seal?

  Box tapers are primarily designed to seal regular slotted cartons (RSC) made from corrugated cardboard. They can handle a variety of single-wall or double-wall board thicknesses.

• Is this unit suitable for food contact applications?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used box taper?

• Can a box taper be integrated into an existing production line?

• What are the common wear parts on a box taper?