Welcome Whether you order regularly from us, haven’t ordered for a while, or are a brand new customer to Kite Packaging, this packaging buyer’s guide will help you with a multitude of purchasing requirements. Designed to provide you with some essential tips when choosing products, it contains information on the full range of packaging we have available and explains some new solutions you may not be aware of. Book a Packaging Audit Today Kite Packaging is the only UK packaging company that has the depth of resource to be able to offer full packaging audits through our: • • • •
Compliance Scheme – Packaging Waste Regulations Packaging Technologist – Standard pack design and pack velocity S3 – Our system team to help automate S2 – Our specialist stretch film division
Book your audit today.
Terms & Conditions A copy of our business terms & conditions are available on request. Prices Please visit www.kitepackaging.co.uk for our current prices. All prices exclude carriage and VAT. Credit Accounts Credit accounts are subject to a credit check and may be refused at the discretion of Kite Packaging Ltd. All images and content in this guide are the property of Kite Packaging Ltd.
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Contents Our Employee Owned Philosophy Founded in 2001 as an employeeowned company, we believe that:
“Customer satisfaction matters so much more when you own the business” All employees have made a personal financial investment into Kite, and as shareholders have created a business based on a true partnership philosophy.
Open Your Account Today Business credit accounts are available, subject to a satisfactory credit check, giving you an easy and simple way to order that allows you to benefit from up to 30 days credit. To open a new account: Call our team on 02476 420065 Do it online by selecting ‘Open an account’ on our website homepage. The process is straight-forward, with your credit check completed and account opened on the day of application.
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Cardboard Boxes
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Guide to Cardboard Boxes Cardboard Boxes Postal Boxes Kite’s Cardboard Box Range
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Rigid Postal Solutions
Book Wrap Mailers and Postal Tubes Pricing in Proportion (PiP)
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Mailing Bags and Envelopes
Get In Touch Online: Visit www.kitepackaging. co.uk and use our helpful tools to help you choose the right products for your business. The checkout process is quick and simple, with a range of delivery options available. Call: Our team are available Monday to Friday, 8.30am –
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In-Box Solutions
5.30pm, on 02476 420065 and can
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In-Box Solutions
advise you on your packaging
Protective Wrapping and Void Fill
requirements, set up your account
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Mini Air System Air Shock High Volume Packaging Systems
and process your order from start to finish. Account Managers and
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Foam Protection
Packaging Technologists: If you require bespoke products or would
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Packaging Tape
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Guide to Packaging Tapes Tape Specifications Environmentally Friendly Tape High Volume Carton Sealing
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like someone to come out and give you a full packaging audit we have teams across the country that can visit your premises and take you through the full process. Call 02476 420065 to be put in touch with your nearest branch.
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Polythene Bags and Specialist Bags
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Heat Sealing & Heat Shrinking Heat Sealing Heat Shrink and Vacuum
As a business customer of ours you can expect:
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Load Retention
• Online guides to help you choose the right product
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B2B Online Ordering
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• Easy-to-use search features, such as our ‘search by size’ tool
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Pallet Wrap/Stretch Film
• Wide range of products
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Hand Pallet Wrap Pallet Wrap Machines Machine Pallet Wrap
• Consistently low prices and bulk discounts
• Online demonstration videos
• Online credit account facilities
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Guide To Cardboard Boxes Measuring
Board Type
Box dimensions refer to the internal (usable) dimensions and are always measured in the same order:
Corrugated cartons differ in strength depending on the combination of fluting, and weight of paper used, to create a solid board. A single wall box has one layer of fluting, and a double wall box has two (giving extra strength, better suited to heavier items).
1. Longest opening dimension (length) 2. Shortest opening dimension (width)
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3. Depth (height)
B flute (3mm)
Depending on the board grade and flute, the internal and external dimensions of a box can differ significantly.
C flute (4mm)
BC flute (6.5mm) AC flute (9mm)
A flute (5mm)
Find out more on our website, and watch our ‘how to measure a box’ video
We Also Sell…
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White Boxes – when presentation is key
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BDCM and BDC Boxes – fashion and catalogue industry
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Picture Frame Boxes – protecting artwork
Multi-Score
Stationery Boxes – office use
Many of our boxes have a ‘multi-score’ feature, giving you the option to vary the depth of the box to a pre-scored dimension. To create a shallower depth carton, simply cut the existing slots between the flaps and fold along the pre-scored crease.
Handle With Care Boxes – fragile items
Postal Boxes – PiP compliant
Custom Boxes
Mixed Pallet Discounts Order a variety of different box types and sizes to create a pallet and we’ll give you the best bulk price we can for mixed product. Simply click on the ‘Mixed Pallet’ link in the pricing table on the website.
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For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/boxes
Our regional branches work with customers using high volumes of product, requiring bespoke designs and printing. Our Packaging Technologists will take you through the entire process, including testing and certification where required. Call our team today on 02476 420065 and we will put you in touch with your local branch.
For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/boxes
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Cardboard Boxes Our diverse and low cost cardboard box offering is suitable for almost any and every packaging requirement customers might have.
Postal Boxes The preferred choice of e-commerce companies for sending products through the post or via courier. Manufactured from white, good quality cardboard giving excellent presentation and protection.
Single Wall Boxes Made with a single layer of fluting, this is the most popular corrugated box in the range. Lightweight and cost-effective, it is ideal for general purpose packaging, storage and dispatching.
Double Wall Boxes Ideal when protecting heavy or fragile goods. These boxes are sturdy and hard-wearing, thanks to two layers of fluted cardboard. Commonly used for sending heavy items through a carrier or postal network, they are durable and have increased compression resistance.
Enviro-Boxes Kite’s Enviro-boxes have the strength equivalent to a double wall box, but use less material. Developed by us in partnership with WRAP (Waste and Resources Action Programme), Enviro-box has had a positive impact on the environment by: Reducing the amount of cardboard going to UK landfill
Reducing the emissions used in manufacturing Reducing the CO 2 emissions in distribution
Extra Heavy Duty Boxes (High Performance Packaging) The strongest corrugated cartons in our range. Perfect for transporting heavy, fragile or oversized goods. Made from heavy duty weight board with various fluting combinations. They have been rigorously tested and provide outstanding performance.
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For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/boxes
Postal Boxes Compliant with Royal Mail PiP (see below and page 8)
White inner and outer
3 styles available: Standard, Tuck-in-flap and folder wrap
Quick and easy to assemble – view our demo video online
Look fantastic when paired with coloured tissue paper
Postal Box Ref Guide Reference
Internal Size (mm)
External Size (mm)
Unit Weight (Kg)
PiP Reference
PBX1 PBX2 PBX3 PBX4 PBX5 PBX6 PBX7 PBX8 PBX9 PBX10 PBX11 PBX12 CSW366X266X279 PBX13 PBX14 PBX15 CSW525X350X210 CSW560X460X340 PBX16 CDW600X450X440
102 x102 x 102 110 x 100 x 70 152 x 127 x 95 160 x 150 x 75 220 x 190 x 20 222 x 150 x 88 240 x 210 x 20 240 x 240 x 40 240 x 240 x 80 290 x 208 x 95 340 x 110 x 110 347 x 242 x 20 366 x 266 x 279 375 x 255 x 150 400 x 330 x 40 426 x 342 x 74 525 x 350 x 210 560 x 460 x 340 600 x 400 x 85 600 x 450 x 440
132 x 105 x105 130 x 105 x 73 175 x 135 x 100 180 x 155 x 78 224 x 196 x 25 242 x 155 x 91 244 x 216 x 25 260 x 245 x 43 260 x 245 x 83 310 x 213 x 98 363 x 118 x 115 351 x 248 x 25 372 x 272 x 291 398 x 260 x 153 423 x 338 x 45 450 x 350 x 80 530 x 355 x 215 565 x 465 x 345 623 x 408 x 90 610 x 460 x 456
0.0520 0.0390 0.1230 0.0650 0.0620 0.0870 0.0720 0.0800 0.1180 0.1290 0.1820 0.1070 0.4400 0.2410 0.1850 0.2160 0.3900 0.6400 0.4050 1.0360
Small Parcel Small Parcel Small Parcel Small Parcel Large Letter Small Parcel Large Letter Small Parcel Small Parcel Small Parcel Small Parcel Large Letter Medium Parcel Small Parcel Small Parcel Small Parcel Medium Parcel Large Parcel Medium Parcel Medium Parcel
For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/boxes
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Kite’s Cardboard Box range Use the grid below to see the range of sizes and the types that are available in each variant. Trade Description
A5 (4”) A5 (6”)
A4 (6”) A4 (9”) A4 (12”)
BDCM 2 BDCM 4 BDC 3 BDC 2
A3 Removals Pack 1 Removals Pack 2 Removals Pack 3
BDCM 3 BDCM 1 BDC 1 A2 (9”) A2 (12”) A2 (18”)
1/2 Europa
Container Europa
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Internal Dimensions L x W X H (inches)
Internal Dimensions L x W x H (mm)
4x4x4 5x5x5 6x4x4 6 x 5 x 14 6x6x6 7x7x7 7.5 x 6.25 x 6.25 8x8x8 9x6x4 9x6x6 9.5 x 5.5 x 8.5 10 x 3 x 10 10 x 8 x 6 10 x 8 x 8 10 x 10 x 10 11.5 x 4.5 x 14.5 12 x 9 x 6 12 x 9 x 9 12 x 9 x 12 12 x 12 x 6 12 x 12 x 12 12.5 x 3 x 12.5 13 x 10 x 12.5 14 x 14 x 14 15 x 9.75 x 5 15 x 10 x 10 15.5 x 11.5 x 15.2 15.8 x 11.8 x 7.9 16 x 11 x 7 16 x 11 x 14 16 x 16 x 16 17 x 4.5 x 14 17 x 9.5 x 14.5 17 x 12.5 x 10.5 17 x 17 x 14.5 18 x 12 x 12 18 x 18 x 12 18 x 18 x 18 18 x 18 x 24 18 x 18 x 30 20 x 12 x 12 20 x 15 x 14 20 x 20 x 20 23.5 x 11.5 x 7.5 23.5 x 11.5 x 15.2 24 x 11 x 14 24 x 12 x 18 24 x 18 x 9 24 x 18 x 12 24 x 18 x 18 24 x 20 x 16 24 x 24 x 24 24.5 x 9 x 10.25 28 x 21 x 17 30 x 18 x 18 30 x 22 x 26 31.5 x 20 x 20 40 x 20 x 20 42 x 34 x 35 46 x 30 x 26 47 x 12 x 12 47 x 24 x 24
102 x 102 x 102 127 x 127 x 127 152 x 102 x 102 150 x 120 x 365 152 x 152 x 152 180 x 180 x 180 191 x 159 x 159 203 x 203 x 203 229 x 152 x 102 229 x 152 x 152 240 x 140 x 220 260 x 75 x 260 254 x 203 x 152 254 x 203 x 203 255 x 255 x 255 290 x 120 x 365 305 x 229 x 152 305 x 229 x 229 305 x 229 x 305 305 x 305 x 152 305 x 305 x 305 320 x 75 x 320 330 x 254 x 318 356 x 356 x 356 381 x 248 x 127 381 x 254 x 254 394 x 292 x 394 400 x 300 x 200 405 x 280 x 178 405 x 280 x 356 406 x 406 x 406 430 x 120 x 365 430 x 240 x 365 432 x 318 x 267 430 x 430 x 365 457 x 305 x 305 457 x 457 x 305 457 x 457 x 457 457 x 457 x 610 457 x 457 x 762 508 x 305 x 305 508 x 381 x 356 508 x 508 x 508 597 x 292 x 191 597 x 292 x 394 610 x 280 x 356 610 x 305 x 457 610 x 457 x 229 610 x 457 x 305 610 x 457 x 457 610 x 508 x 406 610 x 610 x 610 622 x 229 x 260 720 x 525 x 430 762 x 457 x 457 762 x 559 x 660 800 x 500 x 500 1010 x 510 x 510 1070 x 870 x 900 1170 x 770 x 660 1200 x 300 x 300 1200x 600 x 600
Standard Single Wall
Enviro-box
Reducing CO2 by 30%
Heavy Duty Double Wall
For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/boxes
Rigid Postal Solutions
Extra Heavy Duty
Book Wrap Mailers For all shallow, flat items (XHD1)
Available in a wide range of sizes Ideal for fulfilment operations Multi depth and width – improves versatility and pack consolidation (XHD2)
Postal Tubes Used for printed materials, like posters and artwork Also suitable for long, thin items such as umbrellas, rugs and other textiles Range from A4 to A0 size, in a variety of thicknesses to protect heavier items All sizes come with plastic end caps
(XHD3)
Pricing In Proportion (PiP) Royal Mail’s PiP guidelines are used to categorise parcels of different sizes, from letters through to large parcels.
(XHD4)
(XHD5)
Huge savings can be had by using packaging that meets the criteria of lower price bands.Our postal products are designed with this in mind. Use our online guide to identify which box, envelope and bag size meets the more cost-effective ‘large letter’ or ‘small parcel’ criteria.
PiP Categories
Letter
Large Letter
Small Parcel
Medium Parcel
Max External Dimensions
240 x 165 x 5mm
353 x 250 x 25mm
450 x 350 x 160mm
610 x 460 x 460mm
Max Weight
100g
750g
2kg
20kg
Examples
Greetings card, booklet, folded letter
Magazine, unfolded A4 document, DVD
Portable speakers, winter puffa coat, desk lamp
Gifts, shoes, heavy or bulky items
(XHD6)
(XHD7) (XHD8)
(XHD9) (XHD10)
For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/postal
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Polythene Mailing Bags
Mailing Bags & Envelopes
The no. 1 choice for ecommerce companies sending out goods
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Low cost, good quality solution - suitable for all applications
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Huge range, all with a peel & seal strip
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From standard grey to heavy duty white
Bubble Lined Mailers Lined with high quality bubble material and with a strong paper outer, these can hold a wide range of products and are suitable for posting, courier despatch and general office use.
Arofol Mailers: The most popular in our range, available in white or gold and FSC approved
Jiffy Airkraft: General purpose, made with a coated paper outer
Mixed Pallet Discount
Jiffy Padded Bags
Select different sizes of Airkraft and Arofol envelopes on a pallet to take advantage of our significant bulk discounts.
Air Shock Mailing Pouch A brand new and unique design, patented to Kite Packaging. The all-in-one Air Shock Mailing Pouch provides the full protection of Air Shock, in the form of a secure mailing pouch, allowing for safe and waterproof delivery of your items.
75 micron outer for secure mailing
Filled with macerated paper to trap air and provide cushioning Puncture and tear resistant
Clear Bubble Pouches Available in clear or Anti-static
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High strength peel and seal strip for secure closure
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Wide range of sizes
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Manufactured from co-extruded bubble
For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/postal
Peel and seal strip guarantees secure closure for your product
Address Label
For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/postal
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Air Protection
In-Box Solutions
Instapak
Mini Air Cushions: Cost-effective, storage space-saving solution to use as wrapping, void fill and block and brace
Air Shock Pouches: Puncture-resistant packs, ready to inflate on demand using an integrated valve, providing protection for fragile products
Kite’s Range of In-Box Solutions Sending goods in transit often requires extra protection to absorb shock, prevent dust, moisture damage and to secure products in place to prevent knocks and breakages.
Self-expanding foam for delicate and high value items. Activate the pouch through hand applied pressure, and rapidly expanding foam forms a cushioned mould around your product.
Find out more on page 10, 13 and 14
Paper Paper is an environmentallyfriendly way of wrapping goods or for using as a protective void fill solution.
Bubble Wrap Kite’s co-extruded bubble film offers impact protection for many items, and has a layer of nylon barrier film to improve air retention. Small bubble suits general purpose wrapping, while large bubble is ideal for bigger items.
See our Paper Jet system on page 15
Which one is right for you?
Lowest Cost Per m3
Low Storage Footprint
Enviro Friendly
Long-Term Storage
Main Use
Bubble Wrap Wrapping
Loose Fill and Vermiculite Starch-based loose fill chips (greener than polystyrene) are 100% biodegradable and provide cushioning to a variety of products. Vermiculite is mineral based, environmentally-friendly, fireproof and absorbent. Use it to package hazardous liquids, or even to grow plants and make concrete!
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For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/protection
Loose Fill Void fill Paper
Block & brace
Air Cushions
Various
Instapak Shock protection Air Shock Shock protection
For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/protection
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Kite Mini Air System
Kite Air Shock
Mini Air Machine Small and easy to use Simple to set up. Just plug in to a standard three pin socket Can run 8 different film formats
Filler Cushions
Wrapper Cushions
Filler cushions provide a replacement to traditional void fill such as loose fill chips. The narrower filler cushions can also be used for layering.
‘Wrapper Quilt’ cushions are a direct replacement for bubble wrap, perfect for wrapping delicate items. These cushions offer a protective layer, and block and brace protection for corners.
Watch our demonstration videos, and see how much you can save with our price comparison tool – available on the website.
Standard Format and Bottle Packs Manufactured from a low density material, Air Shock is inflated to offer a rigid and highly burst-resistant pack. Suited to a variety of different sized products – from mugs and mobile phones, to tablets and laptops; ideal for the computer repairs industry. Also available with outer boxes, when a postal solution is needed. Our bottle packs suit the drinks industry, particularly sellers of vintage/exclusive wines and spirits or personalised bottles. Air Shock will eliminate your breakages. Bespoke: Our experienced team can also design bespoke Air Shock solutions. Call us on 02476 420065.
Air Shock Inflation Our patented pre-inserted valves, incorporated into the pouches, will significantly speed up the inflation process. For small quantities, our dual action hand pump is ideal. Customers using high volumes of Air Shock will benefit from our Auto-Inflation system for maximum production efficiency.
Accessories A range of Mini Air accessories are available to make your operation more efficient and flexible, including a floor stand, basket for air cushions, foot pedal, sensor and hopper systems. Visit our website or call for more details.
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For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/miniair
For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/airshock
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Foam Protection
High Volume Packaging Systems
Specialist furniture protection is ideal for use in the removals and furniture manufacturing industry.
S3 Team Our Specialist Services and Solutions (S3) team of engineers have developed and maintained some of the most innovative packaging systems on the UK market.
Removals protection We offer a range of specialist protection suited to the furniture manufacturing and removals industry.
SpeedMan Box
PaperJet
Speedman Pro
Speedman Box is a low cost, ready to use, manual paper voidfill dispenser.
The PaperJet is comfortably the fastest automated, cushioned paper delivery system on the market.
The SpeedMan Pro is an automated paper dispensing system, designed with speed and efficiency in mind.
Suited to low volume users Compact, mobile and environmentally friendly
On a continuous run, produces a market leading number of metres Can be incorporated with a hopper basket system to feed numerous packing stations
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Furni-Guard & Furni-Soft are rolls of bubble wrap with specialist coatings laminated on to their outer.
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Used for wrapping delicate materials where protection from moisture and scratching is essential particularly glass, varnished wood and marble surfaces.
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Polythene furniture bags are designed to protect furniture from dust and moisture. Our bubble blanket covers protect high value furniture and are suitable for re-use.
Operated with a foot pedal Continuous speed adjustment assists with greater flexibility
A mobile battery version is also available
Wrap & Hold
Foam Edge Protection
A universal system that combines patented packs and an automated stretch wrapping machine, to create secure, presentable packages. Packs and film can be designed for your bespoke requirements. Tunnel height is also adjustable to allow for larger items (such as car parts). Please call 02476 420065 to be put in touch with the S3 team, or visit our website and watch our demonstration video.
Protect corners and edges with our wide range of specifically designed foam fittings. Manufactured by leading brand ‘Nomafoam’ from a high density foam. We offer one of the most extensive ranges in the UK. Available in a range of profiles offering something to protect your product from shocks, scrapes or impact damage that could occur.
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For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/systems
For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/foam-protection
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Gummed Paper Tape
Guide To Packaging Tapes
Specialist Tapes
Gummed paper tape has become increasingly popular in fulfilment and e-commerce operations. It is tamper evident and also offers an incredible secure seal because the tape bonds directly with the box fibres giving high adhesion. Able to withstand both high and low temperature, gummed paper tape is almost impossible to tear off once applied. Being paper-based, it is also easy to recycle.
There is more to tape than you think, and this overview will help you to decide which is right for you. Standard packaging tapes can be identified in four ways:
We also sell… Machine and bag neck sealing tape – retail Cross weave tape – bundling Masking tape – temporary use
The Carrier: Polypropylene or PVC/Vinyl
Lane marking tape
The Adhesive: Hot Melt, Solvent or Acrylic
Barrier hazard tape
The Width: 25mm, 48mm or 75mm The Core Size
Coloured Tapes Polypropylene tape with acrylic adhesive, 48mm wide x 66 meters long. Available to order in White, Blue, Green or Red for improved presentation when sealing boxes or bags.
Acrylic (Water-Based) – Our Branded Tape
Envirotape – Our Best Value Packaging Tape
Our Kite-branded acrylic tape is a general purpose tape, for use in ambient temperature environments. We also offer an alternative low noise feature, ideal for busy warehouses where noise reduction is important.
Suits a wide variety of uses. Available in both hot melt and acrylic adhesives.
Solvent – For Cold & Ambient Temperatures Kite offers polypropylene and PVC/Vinyl solvent tapes. Solvent adhesive has superior tack and works in both cold and ambient temperatures. The PVC/Vinyl carrier can be torn by hand, making this a highly versatile tape.
Printed & Custom Tapes
ONLY NEED SMALL QUANTITIES? Hot Melt – For Chilled Environments Vibac polypropylene tape is available with a hot melt adhesive. This tape is used where good adhesion in low temperatures is critical, such as in the chilled food industry, for unheated storage and warehouse conditions.
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Envirotape has a smaller core with 150m per roll (more than twice the length of standard tape) Saves operating costs by having less roll changes and requiring less warehouse storage space It is eco-friendly by reducing packaging waste and CO² emissions during transit
We offer our Acrylic tapes in packs of 6 rolls
For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/tape
The easiest and cheapest way to build your brand – simply upload your own artwork to our website, choose polypropylene or PVC/Vinyl in a 1, 2 or 3 colour logo, and submit your order. We then immediately arrange an artwork proof for your approval. Standard printed tapes such as ‘FRAGILE’ and ‘HANDLE WITH CARE’ are also available.
For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/tape
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Environmentally Friendly Tape
Tape Specifications Use the table below to find out more about the types of tape so you can choose the right one for your application.
Kite Envirotape
Type
Kite Vibac Vibac Standard Standard Low Acrylic Hotmelt Noise
Vibac Solvent
Kite Premium Kite Gummed Vinyl/ Envirotape Envirotape Paper Hotmelt PVC Tape Acrylic
Length
66m
66m
66m
66m
66m
150m
150m
100m/200m
Technical Info Core diameter
76mm
76mm
76mm
76mm
76mm
38mm
38mm
38mm / 76mm
Tape thickness
25 micron
28 micron
28 micron
30 micron
33 micron
25 micron
25 micron
various
Polypropylene
Polypropylene
Polypropylene
Polypropylene
Vinyl
Polypropylene
Polypropylene
Paper
Natural rubber
Water-based Hot Melt acrylic
Carrier
Adhesive
Water-based Hot melt acrylic Sweet smell, glossy, does not tear
How to identify
Water-based Solvent acrylic
Burnt plastic Sweet smell, smell, glossy, glossy, does does not tear not tear, quiet off roll
Solvent smell, Solvent glossy, does smell, matt, easy tear not tear
Sweet smell, glossy, does not tear, small core
Meet Green Targets: Less waste and lower CO2 emissions Reduce Your Costs: Cheaper per metre, save on transport and storage Greater Efficiency: Less frequent roll changes and less storage space required
FREE HAND DISPENSER with every 10 boxes of tape
Starch
Burnt plastic High tack, smell, glossy, papery does not tear, texture small core
Features & Benefits Can be torn by hand
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X
Low noise
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Use in low temperatures
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Environmentally friendly
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Tamper evident
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X
X
X X X
X X
X
X
X
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X Gummed Paper Tape Stronger Seal: Forms a strong, fibre-tearing bond that will not peel away
X X X
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Temperature Tolerance: Withstands high and low temperatures and humidity
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Better For The Environment: Made from natural paper and starch, fully biodegradable
X
For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/tape
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Full range of dispensers available
For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/tape
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Polythene Bags
High Volume Carton Sealing Carton Sealing Machines
Polythene Bags
Carton Sealing machines are the most efficient and cost effective method of applying tape in high volume carton sealing operations. Automatic carton sealing machines are ideally suited for busy packing areas and are the solution of choice for ecommerce companies, pick and pack departments as well as fulfilment and logistics companies. With flexible settings and top and bottom sealing a range of different sized boxes can be taped quickly and easily.
Simultaneously seals top and bottom of the carton
Seals approximately 30 Cartons per hour
Uses industry standard machine tape
Adjustable top guides
Adjustable tape tension
Light Duty Bags (20 micron): High clarity and non-toxic, for soft toys, confectionery, small parts and sweets. Seal with a handheld or basic heat sealer Medium Duty Bags (50 micron): The most popular bag thickness, suitable for a range of products including food, hardware, toys, clothing and toiletries. Can be sealed with most heat sealers (industrial recommended) Heavy Duty Bags (100 micron): Suitable for heavy items such as tools and building materials. Best sealed with an industrial or heavy duty heat sealer See the full list of sizes online or use our size search tool
Grip Seal & Mini Grip Bags Plain and write-on panel available All in strong 45 micron material Huge range in stock Perfect for collating small parts in a package, or loose products such as jewellery, hardware and sweets
Document Enclosed Wallets Secures documentation to the outside of packages Water-resistant Available as plain, or printed with the words “DOCUMENTS ENCLOSED” Available in a range of sizes
Machine Carton Sealing Tape Machine applied packaging tape is specifically designed for use with a carton sealing machine. Manufactured from Polypropylene material with a hotmelt adhesive this tape can be used with any carton sealing machine to guarantee a strong and consistent seal to cartons. Sold in cartons of 6 rolls.
Specialist Bags We also supply a list of specialist bags for a wide range of uses. •
Refuse Sacks: For home, office or warehouse Available in Black, Clear, Red, Green, Yellow & Blue
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Woven Polypropylene Sacks: For heavy duty items, made from strong woven material
48mm width x 990 metres per roll
75mm core width
Kite branded tape offers the most competitive price per meter roll
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Rubble Sacks: Widely used in the building industry for collation, storage and removal of rubble
Premium brand Vibac available
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Gift, Card and Sweet Bags: Ultra-clear
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For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/tape
For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/polythene-bags
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Heat Sealing
Heat Shrink & Vacuum
Lay Flat Tubing
Available in a range of thicknesses and widths
Used with a heat sealer to create custom polythene bags
Can also be sealed with wire ties and plastic cable ties
Ideal for long, thin items that are difficult to package
Vacuum Machines Vacuum packaging is used for two key purposes: Shelf Life Extension – By removing the oxygen and carbon dioxide in and around a product, the main causes of corrosion and spoiling in food Saving Space – Compresses soft goods and products that flow to reduce pack size We sell four different models, each with varying pump capacity for a speedier operation.
Heat Sealing – as easy as 1 – 2 – 3 Heat sealing is quick, easy, cost effective, and gives a professional looking package each and every time. Here’s how to use a heat sealer to seal polythene bags and lay flat tubing:
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Place your product inside the bag or length of tubing
Heat Sealers A versatile range of heat sealers are available on our website:
Pallet Heat Shrink
Handheld Sealers: Portable and light, most suitable for occasional use
Pallet heat shrink films can completely secure pallets for transit, and are suited to very large items – right the way up to ocean-going yachts!
Basic Table Top Heat Sealers: Available with or without cutters, for use with lay flat tubing to create your own bags
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Insert the open end of the bag or tubing between the lips of the sealer
Surround the pallet or item with a heat shrink cover, and use a heat shrink gun to shrink the material tightly around the product. We sell both the market leading Ripack gun with a full set of accessories, as well as an economy ProShrink gun.
Industrial Heat Sealers: Integrated cutter as standard, and can make 3-4 seals per minute. Used for sealing heavier duty materials Heavy Duty Heat Sealers: Used for high volume sealing, with a range of polythene based materials. Fully controllable heating and cooling settings, and also available as a ‘bundle’ which can include a worktable, bag support, foot pedal and spare parts kit
Press the lever down to seal the bag, and slide the cutter along to remove excess material For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/heatsealers
See our demonstration videos online
Desktop Heat Shrink Available in three different models to suit various widths, and designed so you can easily set up a heat shrink work station. Simply use the rollers to position the shrink film, and create bespoke bags using the integrated shrink sealer. The desktop gun can then be used to create a shrink wrapped item, ideal for POS and retail display. Browse our full range of systems and films online
For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/shrink
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Load Retention We supply an extensive and flexible range of products that help to improve the efficiency and stability of palletisation, crucial for protecting both your products and staff.
Cardboard Sheets and Edge Protection Solid board edge protection strips significantly reduce both impact and crush damage. A wide range of lengths are available. Cardboard sheets are used to stabilise loads between layers of goods, particularly where pallets contain oddly shaped items that can easily slip. Layer pads also reduce crush as they spread the load.
Pallets We offer a full range of pallets, including plastic and presswood. Plastic Pallets: A hygienic, re-usable solution
Timber Pallets: A sturdy base for heavy loads Presswood Pallets: An environmentally-friendly alternative to timber – stackable, recyclable, light-weight, and suitable for exporting globally
All our pallets can be used with forklifts and pallet trucks.
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For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/pallets-and-pallet-boxes
Strapping Strapping We offer an extensive range of strapping for securing products to pallets. This can be used with both manual strapping tools, as well as automatic strapping machines for larger operations. Seals are sold separately, with a choice of metal seals or plastic buckles that can be used without a tool.
Steel Strapping
Used for securing heavy loads
High tensile strength
Ideal for strapping sharp edges or irregular shaped loads
Favoured in the building and construction industry
Available in the 3 most popular widths 13, 16 & 19mm
Polypropylene Strapping on a Plastic Reel
Best suited to light and medium applications
Used to bundle, collate and palletise products quickly and efficiently
Ideal for use with Kites dispenser trolley as well as a hand dispenser
Steel Strapping Tools
Plastic Strapping Tools
Our range of steel strapping tools ensure strapping is both tensioned and sealed correctly and more importantly safely around products.
Our ranges of combination strapping tools allow you to save time when tensioning and sealing polypropylene strapping. Both actions are combined into a simple and easy to use tool.
For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/strapping
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Flush Core
Pallet Wrap We supply the widest range of quality stretch films in the UK market with specifications to suit all applications. We guarantee: - -
Consistent thickness Accurate roll lengths
New Ventilated Film to stop condensation
Manufactured from high quality clear films (cast and blown) Flush Core pallet wrap is the most common hand wrap in the market. Available in different thicknesses and colours it suits a wide variety of applications.
Stretch Film
• Available in a full range of thicknesses • Suitable for wrapping all pallet types • 400mm and 500mm wide rolls available • High performance films for cold temperatures
Cast or Blown Film? Stretch film is manufactured in either ‘cast’ or ‘blown’ and each have certain advantages.
Printed Stretch Films At Kite Packaging we can print high quality stretch wrap with your own logo or message. We can print minirolls, hand rolls or machine film in a range of colours, entirely bespoke to your design. Printed on to high quality film, this gives your brand improved visibility and gets your message out there. Also great for security.
Cast •
Great transparency
Extended Core
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Extremely good tear resistance
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Quiet unwind – reducing noise levels
With an extended cardboard core, this type of pallet wrap makes applying the film around a pallet easier than using a normal flush core • Available in Cast and Blown, Clear or Blue • Our range includes high performance films • Core extends 65mm from each end of the roll
Blown
Ideal in dusty or cold temperatures (-32C)
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High puncture resistance
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Strong load stability
Coloured Films For certain applications and industries using coloured stretch wrap can give additional benefits e.g. Coloured film offers UV protection. Blue stretch wrap is commonly used for identification of food products and is made from a raw material that is certified for contact with food. Where security is important we supply black and white films, to stop goods from being identified. View our full range online.
Mini Rolls
Measure 100mm x 150m
Can be printed with your logo
Great for bundling small loads
Envirostretch & Pre-stretch Pallet Wrap
Produces less waste, so kinder to the environment
• Cost effective • Strong and durable • Lighter and easier to use • Available in flush and extended core • Available with a blue tint, for the food industry
The 5x5 Hand Dispenser System • Ergonomic design lets the operator walk forwards to apply the film • Save approx. one minute of wrapping time, per pallet • Increases the number of wraps achieved by each roll of film
The 5x5 system reduces waste material by up to 70%
• Brand new to the UK market • Unique design and exclusive to Kite Packaging • Ensures correct film tension
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For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/palletwrap
For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/palletwrap
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Pallet Wrap Machines
Machine Pallet Wrap
Automated Pallet Solutions. Cost effective. Safe. Consistent.
Turntable Pallet Wrap Machines • • • •
Stretch film for high volume users. Robot machine drives itself around the load – watch the video online
Full range of systems, from entry level to advanced Maximise the efficiency of wrapping with a variety of adjustable settings and programmes Designed to wrap consistently around uniformed sized pallets Full range of accessories available (Ramps, pit frame and digital weighing scales)
Getting the best efficiency and cost benefit out of your pallet wrapping is often better achieved with an automated solution where choosing the right film for your application is critical. Kite offers one of the most comprehensive ranges of machine pallet films in the market and we regulate production tolerances to guarantee roll length and thickness. Stretch film audit. Our S2 division is a team of highly experienced stretch film specialists. Available to new and existing customers they can visit you by appointment to carry out a scientific audit of your stretch film requirements. By analysing your current stretch wrap material and machines they will identify opportunities for you to reduce cost or increase efficiency. Call our sales team on 02476 420065 to book your audit.
Robot Machines
High Performance Machine Wrap
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Flexible, quick, easy, efficient
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2 machines available
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Ideal for odd shaped loads
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3 programmes available
Our range of machine films means we have a film type suited to all applications and generations of stretch wrapping machinery. The table below lists the full range of films we offer.
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Full safety features
Mobile so can be moved to any area of your warehouse operation
For advice on choosing the right film for you call our team of experts on 02476 420065
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Pallet Type
Kite Packaging Audit Service
Description
Square Irregular
17mu 150% Elongation
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17mu 250% Elongation
17mu 300% Elongation
20mu 150% Elongation
20mu 250% Elongation
23mu 150% Elongation
23mu 250% Elongation
34mu 250% Elongation
We offer full scientific audits on your machine pallet wrapping operation Why?: 80% of UK pallet wrap machines operate at less than 80% efficiency We can show how to improve the productivity of your machine We can demonstrate how to maximise the run on your film costs Call one of our experienced sales people today and arrange a no obligation audit
For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/palletwrap
Protruding
General
Food
Security
UV Protection
Good Clarity
Cold temp
Carbon 500mm
Alloy 500mm
Alloy Plus 500mm
23mu 250% Elongation White
23mu 250% Elongation Blue
25mu 250% Elongation Black
Fusion 500mm
For more information visit: www.kitepackaging.co.uk/machine-stretch-film
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Your UK Packaging Partners Since 2001 Kite has grown quickly to be one of the largest packaging distributors in the UK. We now have 6 regional sites which are fully integrated into our supply chain, ensuring that we can deliver the right product on time, at the right price, every time. Whatever problem or issue you may have, when it comes to packaging, Kite is here to help.
Our Branches Our Major Accounts business focuses on large users requiring mostly bespoke packaging. Our branch Packaging Technologists and Account Managers will take you through the entire process for your packaging, and offer a range of supply chain solutions including stock-and-serve, JIT, direct line feed and much more. www.kitepackaging.co.uk/branches
Find your nearest branch: Northern – Based in Rotherham Midlands – Based in Coventry Thames Valley & South Wales – Based in Swindon North London – Based in Harlow South East – Based in Sittingbourne South Coast – Based in Portsmouth
Packaging Regulation’s Compliance Scheme Kite’s compliance division (Kite Environmental Solutions) handles the Packaging Regulations for a huge range of customers, and is involved with helping businesses to understand, assess and comply with their obligations. Call them on 02476 42080 www.packagingregs.co.uk
Contact Details Phone 02476 420065 Email enquiries@kitepackaging.co.uk