There’s now more ways for people to be sustainable. Though we spend a lot of time looking at boxes, it also is important to look at the tape that you use. 

Tape is not that good for the environment. From a sustainability standpoint, it was not sustainable in the past. It does not break down, and it tends to be made with oils, which are not only toxic, but also are not good for the environment. 

Tape is also not good with being used by automation. So, if you’re looking to automate your facilities, you need to ditch tape. 

The final reason is that it does reduce the impact of unboxing experiences. There’s nothing more annoying than if you’re trying to open something and the tap’s layered on so thick that you can’t. 

So yes, packaging with too much tape is not going to be fun to navigate, and it is time for you to ditch the tape, for a variety of reasons. 

Tape-Free boxes and Packages 

There’s tape-free boxes that you can use. Slot and tab boxes are one example. These are boxes that have slots and tabs that you can either press or push in, in order to lock up the box or open it. 

There’s also self-locking boxes where, once you push this in, it will lock up the box, so nothing can affect the seal until it gets to the customer. 

Finally, you have magnetic seals. Magnets are becoming a lot more popular for zero-waste solutions because magnets tend to be a very useful, easy solution for packaging needs. 

Benefits for Fulfillment Centers 

Fulfillment centers that ditch tape are going to see a marked increase in productivity and items that go out. 

It offers a faster assembly, which of course means that items are put together a whole lot faster, so you can get more product out the door. 

It also reduces the need for tools and use of such, so again, faster productivity. And best of all, you’re saving money not having to buy tape dispensers. 

Customer Impact 

It is much cleaner if you ditch the tape. Think about it, they’ll be able to open the box without having to use something to open it, like a knife or scissors. It’s better for reducing wrap rage, especially if there’s a lot on there. 

It also looks better too. you will see that the package isn’t littered with tape. 

It also means easier returns.   If something doesn’t fit, or you don’t like it, then you can return it, without having to rip apart the tape and pray that the box stays together. 

Overall, zero tape packaging solutions are made with the idea of not just making it faster for facilities, but also good for customers too. and, if you are an eco-friendly brand, ditching the tape is also another perk that people will love too. 

Where’s it Catching on? 

Some industries are still attached to the tape, and for a good reason, because their packaging needs it. 

But, a lot of fashion brands, especially sustainable ones, are ditching the tape. They’re able to give their customers a fun, immersive branding experience that will really shine. 

Another is electronics. Lots of electronics benefit from no tape. If you think about it, it makes it easier for customers to get the item and use it, and also will reduce the use of tape on any surfaces which don’t need it. 

Finally, there are minimalist brands which, from a sustainability standpoint, should ditch the tape like ages ago, so it’s worthwhile for them. 

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