phoenix, Author at Phoenix Tape & Supply

Can Packing Tape Be Recycled?

When it comes to recycling traditional packaging materials, such as cardboard boxes and packing paper, the process is often a no-brainer. These items can almost always be recycled according to local guidelines in many curbside recycling programs. But what about packing tape? Can packing tape be recycled? The short answer is that it depends on the type of tape. In this article, we’ll explore in-depth answers to these questions to help you and your customers practice environmentally-friendly recycling habits that advance your sustainability efforts – while being gentle on Mother Earth.

What’s the Difference Between PVC and Polypropylene Tape?

Custom PVC Packaging Tapes

Although they’re made from plastic materials, there are several differences between PVC and polypropylene tape. Before you choose a custom packing tape, it’s important to understand these differences, as different tapes will work better for different applications.

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Why Use Custom Printed Tape?

A huge shift is occurring across the country with business shifting towards shipping directly to consumers. A necessary requirement is obviously tape. Getting the most out of your tape is more important than ever before. From the ever-prevalent polypropylene tape to the incredibly strong paper tape and the versatility of PVC tape Phoenix Tape can provide you with what you need.

Here are a few reasons why you should choose custom printed packing tape over plain tape for your future shipments.

Safe shipping during the COVID-19 outbreak with custom printed tape

Delivery of Packages left at door

There is no denying the country is going through a massive upheaval with many social changes. Everyone is trying to adapt to a new normal in multiple industries. Contactless delivery is one of the new catchphrases mentioned all the time. Continue reading “Safe shipping during the COVID-19 outbreak with custom printed tape”

What’s the Difference Between Hot Melt and Acrylic Adhesive?

Plastic polymer

If there’s one theme we return to over and over on this blog, it’s the idea that not all tapes are the same. One of the differences is in the two types of adhesives used to make the tapes stick, hot melt and acrylic.

In this blog post, we’ll look at the difference between these two adhesives and how these distinctions might affect your choice of custom tape.

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6 Elements That Make a Good Logo for Custom Printed Tape

One of the best things about custom printed tape is that it allows you to create a packing tape with a logo. Anyone who receives – or even sees – your packaging also encounters your brand.

Think of each strip of tape as a micro billboard for your company. What do you want your customers to see – and more importantly, to feel – when they see your logo?

The key to designing a logo that’s memorable – for all the right reasons – lies with these elements. Continue reading “6 Elements That Make a Good Logo for Custom Printed Tape”

Are You Using the Right Tape?

Printed Packing Tapes

We’ve been creating custom shipping tape for the last 35 years and if there’s one thing we’re confident telling our customers it’s that not every type of tape is right for every job.

Today we’re going to look at some of the different tapes of tape we offer and their key selling points. It’s our hope that this guide helps you determine which type of custom shipping tape you need. Continue reading “Are You Using the Right Tape?”

Packing Tape 101

Packing tape seems simple: Some plastic – or in some cases, paper – combined with an adhesive to keep a box or other packaging secure during transit.

The truth is much more complicated. Not every tape is the same. Some varieties of printed packing tape are better suited to certain jobs than others.

In this blog post, we’ll break down the basics of our tapes and which types of tape work best for different applications. Continue reading “Packing Tape 101”

What Color Tape Should I Choose?

Group of printed tape

Different colors trigger different responses in our brains. That’s what the study of color psychology is all about, the study of how different hues affect our emotions.

And that’s an important consideration when choosing your company logo and deciding what colors to pick when designing printed packing tape.

Read on to learn more about what colors are offered and which ones are popular

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What Type of Tape Should I Use?

Printed polypropylene-tape

Most of us know that different tapes have different jobs. You wouldn’t use Scotch tape for home repairs, nor would you break out a roll of duct tape to wrap presents.

The same is true in the world of custom packing tape. PVC tape, polypropylene tape, paper or flat back tape: they’re all highly-effective tapes, but there are some situations where one might work better than the others. Let’s take a closer look at the features of these different tapes.

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