Siat - Box Taper

Applications & Use Cases

• Sealing corrugated cardboard boxes in food production lines.
• Packaging finished goods for distribution in various industries.
• Automating the sealing process for consistent package integrity.
• Used in despatch areas for preparing shipments.
• Suitable for operations requiring reliable carton closure.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, throughput typically ranges from 10 to 20 cartons per minute, depending on operator efficiency and carton size.

Power supply

Units of this type commonly require a standard single-phase electrical supply, typically 230V, 50Hz.

Carton dimensions

Semi-automatic box tapers are generally adjustable to accommodate a wide range of carton lengths, widths, and heights. Buyers should confirm the specific range for this unit.

Tape width

Commonly, these machines are designed for packaging tape widths of 50mm or 75mm.

Footprint

For this class of equipment, a typical footprint is around 1000mm to 1200mm in length and 700mm to 900mm in width, plus space for operator access.

Construction material

Frames are typically constructed from painted steel, with some components in stainless steel or engineering plastics.

Operation

This is a semi-automatic unit, meaning an operator is required to feed cartons into the machine and typically fold the top flaps before sealing.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What kind of tape does a box taper use?

  Box tapers typically use pressure-sensitive adhesive packaging tape, commonly polypropylene (BOPP) or PVC tape, in various widths and roll lengths.

• Is a semi-automatic box taper suitable for all carton sizes?

• What maintenance is typically required for a box taper?

• Can this machine apply both top and bottom tape?

• What are the benefits of using a box taper over manual sealing?