Essentra Tapes invests in sheetfed applicator technology

Packaging Solutions

Essentra Tapes has expanded its ability to serve the paper and board industry with the launch of its new SF-AS DH1 sheetfed applicator.

The new tape applicator system was developed by the company’s in-house team of experts and facilitates efficient tape application in the sheetfed manufacturing process.

The system can run automatic rapid stop/start performance on tape widths from four to 25 mm and at compatible production line speeds. Crucially, it represents a sheetfed solution that is said to rival continuous feed. The SF-AS DH1 can also be optimised for use on new and existing packaging lines and boasts a fully electronic interface as standard.

Designed and manufactured in Nottingham, the system is capable of running two applicator heads simultaneously, meaning RippaTape can be applied alongside release liners or double sided tapes.

‘Our vision was simple – to create a simple to operate, easy to integrate applicator, which addresses the tape application needs of sheetfed manufacturing and makes light work of creating e-commerce solutions,’ said Ian Beresford, head of marketing and development.

‘Our renewed investment into applicator technology and field engineers is the first of several important market interventions we hope to make between now and the end of the year.

‘With prospective and existing customers increasingly looking to clean up operations and be more efficient, we are confident our new sheetfed applicator can deliver a quality tape application every time.’