The Brunel Engineering Bobbin-Fed Double-Sided Tape Applicator is designed for the accurate application of double-sided, fingerlift and edge-to-edge tapes, as well as Rippa (tear) tape, onto a wide range of paper and board products.
Using large tape bobbins, typically containing 5,000 metres or more of tape, the system significantly reduces the frequency of tape changes. This makes it particularly well suited to long production runs, long tape applications and high-volume packaging applications.
The system can operate at speeds of up to 55 metres per minute, subject to tape type, application length, substrate and product characteristics.
The Brunel Tape Applicator can be configured to suit a variety of tape types and widths.
Standard tape guides are available for:
12mm wide tape
20mm wide tape
24mm wide tape
4mm Rippa (tear) tape
6mm Rippa (tear) tape
Additional tape guide sizes are available on request.
Both Fingerlift and Edge-to-Edge double-sided tapes can be applied using the same basic system, providing a flexible solution for a wide range of packaging and paperboard applications.
Machines configured for 4mm or 6mm Rippa tape are normally dedicated to the selected tape width and type.
The bobbin attachment is designed to accommodate tape reels with a typical capacity of 5,000 metres, dramatically reducing the need for frequent tape changes.
The standard bobbin configuration uses a 152mm (6") core.
The large-capacity bobbin is particularly advantageous when applying tape to long products or when extended production runs are required.
The system incorporates a small motor-driven bobbin mechanism which strips the tape from the reel and generates a controlled amount of slack.
This helps optimise the start and stop position of the tape, providing consistent tape application and helping to minimise tape waste.
The bobbin drive is controlled by its own logic relay system and interfaces with an external pattern controller.
The external pattern controller requires a 3–24V DC operating signal.
The Brunel Bobbin-Fed Tape Applicator can be supplied in a number of configurations to suit different production requirements.
The complete system can include:
Tape applicator
Bobbin attachment
Pattern controller
Encoder
Photocell
Associated controls
This provides a complete solution for accurately applying tape to products on a conveyor.
The tape application machine can also be supplied independently.
This is particularly useful where a customer already has a suitable pattern control system, or where multiple tape machines are being operated from a common control system.
Double Sides Tape Applicators can also be installed on the same mounting bar and positioned one downstream of the other, allowing multiple tape strips to be applied to the same product.
A suitable transport conveyor is required for the tape applicator.
For reliable product transport and accurate tape positioning, a vacuum conveyor is recommended, particularly when handling lightweight paper and board substrates.
Brunel Engineering Services can supply complete vacuum conveyor systems designed to integrate with the tape applicator.
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The system is capable of applying tape to 80gsm paper and above, subject to the suitability and performance of the vacuum transport system.
Maximum Application Speed: Up to 55metres/minute
Minimum Applied Tape Length: 50mm as standard. Shorter tape lengths may be possible following testing and at reduced conveyor speeds.
Minimum Spacing Between Tape Machines: 135mm tape centre-to-centre when multiple machines are installed on the same mounting bar.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Speed | Up to 55 metres/minute |
| Tape Widths | 12, 20 & 24mm standard. Additional widths on request |
| Rippa Tape | 4mm & 6mm |
| Tape Type | Fingerlift or Edge-to-Edge |
| Bobbin Capacity | Typically 5,000 metres |
| Bobbin Core | 152mm (6") |
| Substrate | 80gsm paper and above, subject to vacuum transport |
| Minimum Tape Length | 50mm |
| Minimum Machine Spacing | 135mm tape centres |
| Electrical Supply | 120–230V AC, 50/60Hz, 2A |
| Operating Voltage | 3–24V DC |
| Air Supply | 4 bar minimum, less than 10 Nl/min |
For applications requiring two or more strips of tape, multiple Brunel tape applicators can be mounted on the same conveyor.
Two bobbin-fed tape machines can be positioned one downstream of the other, allowing different tape positions to be applied to the same product.
This configuration is ideal for applications requiring multiple strips of double-sided tape or tear tape without the need for separate production processes.
Up to 55m/min application speed
Large 5,000m+ tape bobbin capacity
Fewer tape changes and reduced operator intervention
Suitable for Fingerlift and Edge-to-Edge tapes
Suitable for Rippa/Tear tapes
Standard tape widths from 12–24mm
4mm and 6mm Rippa tape configurations available
Accurate start/stop tape positioning
Can be supplied as a complete system or tape machine only
Multiple machines can be installed on the same conveyor
Ideal for integration with vacuum conveyors
Compact and efficient low-voltage tape application system
Additional tape widths available on request
The Brunel Bobbin-Fed Tape Applicator is suitable for a wide range of packaging, print and paperboard applications where accurate and repeatable application of double-sided or tear tape is required.
Typical applications include:
E-commerce packaging
Self-seal cartons
Mailer boxes
Corrugated packaging
Paperboard packaging
Promotional and POS products
Long-format products requiring extended tape runs
Applications using Rippa/tear tape
High-volume production lines
Brunel Engineering Services can supply the complete tape application system, including the tape machine, controls, encoder, photocell and vacuum conveyor.
We can also configure the system around your existing conveyor and control equipment.
Contact Brunel Engineering Services to discuss your application and tape requirements.
