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Bench Top Gummed Tape and Pressure Sensitive Tape Dispensers

Gummed tape dispensers use water-activated gummed paper tape (WAT) and reinforced paper tape. This tape produces a strong, secure, one-strip seal on corrugated cartons. When adhesives located on the tape are activated with water, they penetrate the box material to form a permanent bond with the box. Water-activated tape dispensers provide a quick and easy way to size, wet, and cut gummed tape for sealing corrugated boxes. Gummed tape dispensers can either be manual or electric. A manual gummed tape dispenser is a non-electric machine that assists the packer’s manual process of wetting the tape and cutting the desired length. An electric tape dispenser is a powered machine that wets and cuts the tape to the desired length, removing manual effort from the packer.

Electric Water-Activated Tape Dispensers

Better Pack® 500 Series

The Better Pack 500 and 500M are simple-to-use electric water-activated tape dispensers that excel in medium-to-high volume packaging environments, especially when sealing random-sized cartons. The 500 is engineered for 115V and the 500M is engineered for 220V. Fourteen color-coded tactile preset buttons provide exceptional operational flexibility with a single touch. Since the dispensers are engineered to endure, these electronic workhorses stand up to rough handling and demanding work settings. Ideal applications include pack and seal more than 100 cartons per day/per 8 hour shift, are medium-to-high-volume shipping areas, and have extreme working environments such has cold, high humidity, or dust.

  • Tape output at 45″ (114.3 cm) per second
  • 14 color-coded keys offer one-touch dispensing of tape lengths from 6″ to 45″ (15.24 cm to 114.3 cm)
  • Press and hold the Random key for custom tape lengths up to 120″ (305 cm)
  • Adjustable top heater warms the water, optimizing tape bonding.

Better Pack® 555e Series

The Better Pack® 555e Series is a line of electric water-activated tape dispensers made for a fast-paced packaging environments. The Series comes in two configurations: with and without the ability to automate production and the Automatic Tape Advance feature. The automatic tape advance feature automatically advances another piece of tape once one is removed from the dispenser. It is engineered to meet electrical requirements worldwide. This machine is created for fast-paced packaging environments where increased productivity, efficiency and carton sealing output is needed.

  • Tape output of 45″ per second
  • User-friendly, color-coded keypad with 14 preset buttons
  • 1,000 foot roll tape capacity means fewer changeovers; less downtime
  • Optional accessories to enhance productivity and efficieny

Better Pack® 555e Repair

Contact the Experts

Marktec has been repairing customer equipment for 40+ years.

We go beyond the basic repair. We rebuild equipment with original OEM parts to new equipment specifications. We disassemble equipment down to the lowest level possible, remove any debris, clean everything, replace worn/defective parts, make needed adjustments, reassemble, set it to factory specifications, and then test it. We take the time to do it right, the first time.

Attached is a picture of a Better Packages model 555eS gummed taper showing it disassembled.  We perform our most of our repairs at a flat labor rate amount, so you know upfront what the labor cost will be. Parts needed are extra because those needs cannot be predicted in advance. We quote the final cost to you prior to the repair for your approval. We warranty our work – always.

We repair Better Packages and Marsh Shipping Supply gummed tapers, thermal transfer label printers, ink jet printers, and other ink jet and packaging equipment, using the same rebuild process and philosophy of thoroughness.

Contact us today with your service needs.  You will be glad you did!

Bill Cox, President

Marktec Products, Inc.

Better Pack® 755eS Series

The Better Pack 755eS and 755eM excel in demanding, fast-paced environments, especially when sealing
random-sized cartons. The 755eS is engineered for 115V and the 755eM is engineered for 220V. Twenty
preset buttons provide exceptional operational flexibility with one touch, quickly handling different box sizes. Since the dispensers accommodate tape that is up to 4 inches wide (10.2 cm), they are particularly good for applications requiring extra reinforcement, such as when shipping large or heavy items.

  • Smooth touch, color-coded key pad with 20 pre-set tape lengths.
  • Random key allows for continuous, uninterrupted tape dispensing.
  • Side opening cover provides easy tape loading access.

Better Pack® 755eSA Series

The Better Pack 755eSA and 755eMA are ideal for high volume sealing applications that include heavy, bulky packages. The 755eSA is engineered for 115V and the 755eMA is engineered for 220V. Each machine has three dispensing modes that give packers complete flexibility to choose the function most suitable in each sealing situation. As an added benefit, the Better Pack 755eSA and the 755eMA handle reinforced and nonreinforced tape from 1 inch to 4 inches wide (2.5 cm to 10.2 cm).

  • Choose from three dispensing modes; manual, auto repeat and 1-2-2 (H pattern).
  • User adjustable tape length allows for dispensing up to 100 inches (190 cm) of tape.
  • Customize dispensing speed in auto-repeat mode by setting a one second up to a thirty second delay.
  • Side opening cover provides easy tape loading access.

Marsh TD2100 Electric Taper

The TD2100 Electric Taper comes in 6 models, covering short, standard, and long cuts with the choice of 110V or 220V power. Premium models not only offer 10 pre-set selectable lengths, but with the use of the “NUM LOCK” key provides option to input custom lengths ranging from 5″ to 99″ in 1″ increments.

  • “Apex” design guillotine style cutter. Made of 420HC Stainless Steel. Long life and requiring very little cleaning and adjustment.
  • 70 oz water bottle increases production up time with fewer refills.
  • Tactile keypad with LCD display of lengths.
  • 12 gauge, all metal chassis construction, powder coated industrial gray.
  • A rubber valve reduces water spillage.
  • Wide track 1.5″ feed roll and pinch roll using a high coefficient of friction urethane to ensure accurate and quiet tape feed through.
  • Built-in all metal adjustable tape channel guides. All metal construction, easy to adjust with built-in thumbscrew feature for centering tape roll. “Open Basket” design allows for easy viewing of remaining tape roll and easy drop-in reloading.
  • Accommodates up to 1000 foot (305 meter) tape roll (max roll diameter is 9″ (222.6mm).

Manual Water-Activated Tape Dispensers

Better Pack® 333 Plus

The Better Pack 333 Plus is a manual water-activated tape dispenser that is rugged, reliable and simple
to use. This dispenser is perfect for light-to medium-volume packaging areas and accommodates both
reinforced or non-reinforced water-activated tape. It is available as a non-electrical unit and also with an
optional top heater accessory (electricity required), when increased tape adhesion is needed.

  • Superior mechanics and guillotine blade deliver clean, even cutting of reinforced and non-reinforced tape
  • Steel side frame construction ensures durability and long life
  • Two water brushes provide consistent, uniform wetting of adhesive
  • Large water bottle means fewer refills and less downtime
  • Quickly choose one of 15 preset tape lengths on clearly marked dial

Marsh TD2100 Hand Taper

The TD2100 Manual Hand Taper gives steady, trouble free operation, and it’s packed with the features and quality construction Marsh customers expect. It comes in 4 models, with the choice of inch or metric scale and an optional 110V or 220V heater.

  • All new design guillotine style cutter. Made of 420HC Stainless Steel. Long life and requiring very little cleaning and adjustment.
  • 70oz water bottle increases production “Up Time” with fewer refills.
  • 12 gauge, all metal chassis construction, powder coated industrial gray.
  • A rubber valve reduces water spillage.
  • NEW wide track 1.5″ feed roll and pinch roll using a high coefficient of friction urethane to ensure accurate and quiet tape feed through.
  • Built-in all metal adjustable tape channel guides. All metal construction, easy to adjust with built-in thumbscrew feature for centering tape roll.
  • “Open Basket” design allows for easy viewing of remaining tape roll and easy drop-in reloading.
  • Accommodates up to 1000 foot (305 meter) tape roll (max roll diameter is 9″ (222.6mm).

Electronic Pressure Sensitive Tape Dispensers

Better Pack® PS2A

The Better Pack PS2A is a compact, portable, precision table-top electronic pressure-sensitive tape dispenser that delivers pressure sensitive tape in pre-set lengths selected by the operator. It supports a wide variety of tapes including strapping tape, filament tape and masking tape.

The PS2A dispenses and cuts the tape to the desired length with the push of a button or automatically after the previously dispensed tape is removed. It is ideal to optimize productivity in a manufacturing environment when different sized short length tapes are required.

The Better Pack PS2A is calibrated in millimeters and voltage is 115V.

Water-Activated Tape

Water-Activated Tape: Custom Printed and Unprinted

This is paper water-activated tape (WAT), that offers advantages other carton sealing methods do not. WAT Tape literally bonds with the corrugated carton, while most plastic tapes do not form a permanent seal. Paper water-activated tape is strong. It’s tamper evident. It gives packages a neat, professional appearance and protects a company’s brand image. AND it’s environmentally friendly.

We can supply plain tape, reinforced tape, and preprinted tape in white or tan.


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