Intertape Polymer Group Unveils 1100 Premium Hot Melt Carton Sealing Tape
SpecialChem
- Jul 31, 2012
MONTREAL, QUEBEC and BRADENTON, FLORIDA -- Intertape Polymer Group Inc.
("Intertape", "IPG" or the "Company"), one of the leading North American manufacturer of carton sealing tapes,
is proud to introduce a new 1100 premium hot melt carton sealing tape designed specifically for
optimal closure of highly recycled corrugate, including 100% recycled box. It is manufactured with
proprietary Corru-Grip adhesive technology.
According to Cathy Foley of the American Forest & Paper Association, "More than 90% of all
corrugated boxes are now recovered for recycling and the average percent of recycled content in a
corrugated box is now greater than 40%." The higher the percent of recycled content, the more
challenging it is to seal the box. Recycled cartons have shorter, flatter fibers, and a much different
chemical composition of its surface structure.
This Corru-Grip adhesive formulation can successfully seal boxes in wider ranges of temperature
and humidity than traditional hot melt carton sealing tape products.
"We are very excited to launch the Corru-Grip adhesive technology upgrade to our 1100 premium
hot melt carton sealing tape," stated Mary Jo Burgess, Director of Product Management - PSCST
Systems. "It addresses the growing need for a reliable closure solution for corrugated boxes
containing a high percentage of post-consumer fiber. Over time, we plan to expand the application of
this technology to additional products within the IPG® carton sealing tape product category."
About Intertape Polymer Group Inc.
Intertape Polymer Group Inc. is a recognized leader in the development, manufacture and sale of a
variety of paper and film based pressure sensitive and water activated tapes, specialized polyolefin
films, woven fabrics and complementary packaging systems for industrial and retail use.
Headquartered in Montreal, Quebec and Bradenton, Florida, the Company employs approximately
1,800 employees with operations in 19 locations, including 12 manufacturing facilities in North America
and one in Europe.
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Source: Intertape Polymer Group
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