Carton box sealers
Sealing cardboard boxes with adhesive tape
TECMAES carton box sealers, also called case sealers or box taping machines, seal the top and bottom of the box with adhesive tape in a standardized way, with no tape waste and less effort from the operator. They are semi-automatic, with box drive, for boxes with flaps and boxes with lids, at the end of the line, in warehouses and distribution centers.
- Up to 21 m/min
- Boxes up to 52 kg (stainless steel) or 30 kg (carbon steel)
- 4-head version for boxes with lids
- Adhesive tapes from 36 to 60 mm
- Emergency stop, reset and guards in compliance with NR-12
What is a carton box sealer
A carton box sealer, also called a case sealer, is the machine that applies adhesive tape to the top and bottom of cardboard boxes. On TECMAES semi-automatic models, the operator places the box already closed, with the flaps folded or the lid fitted, and the drive belts carry the box through the heads, which apply and cut the tape.
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To close plastic bags, see the Jetfix sealers. For buckets, the bucket capper.
Model comparison
| MQ470 (stainless steel) | MQ478 (carbon steel) | MQ502 (carbon steel) | Stainless steel with 4 heads (boxes with lids) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Box drive | top and side | top and side | top and bottom | top and bottom |
| Maximum box weight | 45 kg | 30 kg | 30 kg | 52 kg |
| Box width | 160 to 515 mm | 150 to 500 mm | 150 to 500 mm | on request |
| Box height | 140 to 520 mm | 120 to 600 mm | 120 to 600 mm | up to 450 mm |
| Box length | from 150 mm | from 100 mm | from 100 mm | from 150 mm |
| Adhesive tape | 36 to 60 mm | 36 to 60 mm | 36 to 60 mm | 36 to 48 mm |
| Speed | up to 20 m/min | up to 20 m/min | up to 20 m/min | up to 21 m/min |
| Table height | 550 to 750 mm | 550 to 750 mm | 550 to 750 mm | 605 to 825 mm |
| Power supply | 220 V single phase · 0.60 kVA | 220 V single phase · 0.36 kVA | 220 V single phase · 0.36 kVA | 220 V single phase · 0.60 kVA |
| Machine weight | 300 kg | 150 kg | 160 kg | 240 kg |
Working height and dimensions can be adapted to the process.
MQ470 stainless steel box sealer
For humid areas and washdown
Stainless steel frame, for boxes up to 45 kg, with top and side drive. Seals the top and bottom of the box with adhesive tape.
- Boxes from 160 to 515 mm wide and from 140 to 520 mm high
- Tapes from 36 to 60 mm · up to 20 m/min
- Control panel with emergency stop buttons and safety reset
Stainless steel box sealer with 4 heads
For boxes with lids
For boxes with lids and larger, heavier boxes. With 4 heads and top and bottom drive, the sealer applies adhesive tape to the top and bottom of the box in a single pass, evenly and with no tape waste. Tubular frame in AISI 304 stainless steel.
- Boxes up to 52 kg · up to 21 m/min
- Box height up to 450 mm (minimum from 125 to 210 mm, depending on the heads in use) · length from 150 mm
- Tapes from 36 to 48 mm (45 microns) · table from 605 to 825 mm
- Control panel with emergency stop buttons and safety reset
Carbon steel box sealers
End of line and shipping
Carbon steel frame, for boxes up to 30 kg. The MQ478 has top and side drive, and the MQ502 has top and bottom drive.
- Boxes from 150 to 500 mm wide and from 120 to 600 mm high
- Tapes from 36 to 60 mm
- Control panel with emergency stop buttons and safety reset
See the carton box sealer in operation
Adhesive tapes for box sealers
TECMAES produces the tapes for its box sealers: 48 mm x 100 m, 48 mm x 1,000 m and 48 mm x 1,200 m, white or clear, plain, striped or printed in up to 3 colors with your brand or with dates.
Frequently asked questions
Are a carton box sealer and a case sealer the same thing?
Yes. They are different names for the machine that seals cardboard boxes with adhesive tape.
What box sizes does the sealer accept?
It depends on the model. On the MQ470, boxes from 160 to 515 mm wide and from 140 to 520 mm high. On the MQ478 and MQ502, from 150 to 500 mm wide and from 120 to 600 mm high. On the 4-head version, boxes up to 450 mm high, from 150 mm long.
Does the sealer close boxes with lids?
Yes. The stainless steel sealer with 4 heads closes boxes with lids, applying adhesive tape to the top and bottom of the box in a single pass, for boxes up to 52 kg.
Which tape should I use?
Tapes from 36 to 60 mm wide. The 4-head version uses tapes from 36 to 48 mm.
Stainless steel or carbon steel?
Stainless steel is recommended for humid areas and washdown, such as the food industry. Carbon steel suits end of line and shipping in dry environments.
What is the difference between a semi-automatic and an automatic box sealer?
On the semi-automatic sealer, the operator places the already closed box at the infeed and the machine carries the box and applies the tape. On the automatic sealer, the machine itself folds the flaps before sealing. TECMAES standard box sealers are semi-automatic. For sealing without an operator, our engineering team evaluates a special project.
Can the working height be adjusted?
Yes. The table ranges from 550 to 750 mm on the MQ470, MQ478 and MQ502, and from 605 to 825 mm on the 4-head version. Dimensions can also be adapted to the process.
Does TECMAES supply spare parts?
Yes. Spare parts are manufactured in Brazil and technical support is requested through the contact page.
Do the sealers comply with NR-12?
Yes. They have a control panel, emergency stop buttons, safety reset and physical guards, in compliance with the Brazilian NR-12 machine safety standard.
How do I request a quote?
Through the contact page. Tell us the dimensions and weight of the boxes and the output per hour.
Talk to TECMAES engineering
Tell us the dimensions and weight of your boxes. TECMAES will recommend the right sealer and tape.