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New! Better Pack 500 Automatic Water-Activated Tape Dispenser

February 01, 2006
January 2006
For Immediate Release
Ref #06-101
Contact Cathy Kurzbacher at 203.926.3721 with questions regarding this release.

The Easy-to-Use Better Pack 500 Automatic Water-Activated Tape Dispenser from Better Packages, Inc. Improves Efficiency in Medium- to High-Volume Packing Environments

Summary: Better Packages, Inc., the number-one trusted name in water-activated tape dispensers and carton sealers for nearly 90 years, introduces the Better Pack 500. This rugged tape dispensing machine offers straightforward operation and one-touch dispensing of reinforced and non-reinforced water-activated tape, significantly improving efficiency and speed of packaging technicians in medium- to high-volume packaging environments.

Shelton, CT, January 2006--The new Better Pack 500 automatic water-activated tape dispenser from Better Packages, Inc., is engineered for durability, ease of use and reliability. With steel side-frame construction covered in durable ABS plastic, it is a tabletop workhorse that stands up to rough handling and rugged conditions in most work settings, while maintaining the consistent performance expected from the Better Pack brand. Its smooth-touch tactile keypad is preprogrammed with 14 preset lengths from 6 to 45 inches. A simple press of the 2X key doubles any preset length, and custom lengths up to 120 inches can be dispensed by pressing and holding the random length key. When fast tape output is important, the Better Pack 500 dispenses tape at 45 inches per second, greatly reducing the amount of time needed to process and seal cartons in medium- to high-volume packaging settings.

Design features of the Better Pack 500 tape dispenser maximize the performance of the water-activated tape used to seal the cartons. For example, a smooth-dispense tape guide and unique urethane feed wheel eliminate damage to the tape caused by metal feed wheels commonly found in other dispensers. The unit's adjustable top heater warms the water that activates the tape's adhesive, thereby optimizing the tape's integrity and bonding properties. The top heater, which is a standard feature of the Better Pack 500, is especially useful in work environments where cold temperatures can adversely affect the performance of any tape. When reinforced water-activated tape, such as BetterSeal Secure® Tape from Better Packages, is applied with the Better Pack 500, the end result is a seal that is consistently secure, tamper-evident and professional looking.