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Josef Kihlberg B561 and F561 Box Stapler Video Comparison

This is a video demonstration of a Josef Kihlberg B561 Foot Stapler in comparison with the Josef Kihlberg F561 Box Stapler. This comparison highlights the difference between a post style foot stapler and a side arm foot stapler. A post style foot stapler can be used to close the bottoms of boxes. The side arm stapler is used to form lids and trays. The staplers are not interchangable in their applications. Both staplers use the Josef Kihlberg 561 staple. Boatman Marking offers a full selection of box staplers and Josef Kihlberg products

Strapack JK-2 Strapping Machine Operating Video Demonstration

The Stapack JK-2 is an easy strapping machine to use and operate. This video demonstrates several of the features of the Strapack JK-2. The JK-2 strapping machine is great for bundling packages in a moderate volume. Boatman Marking can answer your questions regarding strapping machines and the Strapack brand.

Strapack JK-2 Strapping Machine Loading Video Demonstration

The Strapack JK-2 Strapping Machine is a very easy machine to load. This video demonstrates the technique of loading this Strapack machine. The JK-2 uses plastic strapping that is for use in a strapping machine. If you have questions regarding a strapping machine or Strapack strapping machine please give au a call at Boatman Marking.

Plier Staplers: Rapid 31 and Bostitch P6C-8 Stapler Video Demonstration

This video demonstration demonstrates the utility of a plier stapler for a variety of industrial packaging applications. The Rapid 31 plier stapler can be used to close boxes, bags and padded mailers. The Rapid 31 stapler has the advantage of being able to load a 1/2" staple. The Bostitch P6C-8 plier stapler also has many applications. It has an easy action and is very durable. It can handle a 3/8" staple. Both tools use the Josef Kihlberg 694 box staple for smooth operation. At Boatman Marking we have a wide variety of plier staplers and box staples to fit many applications.

Heat Sealer for Plastic Bags

Heat sealers for plastic bags are designed to rapidly seal bags for industry. There are two general types of heat sealers for plastic bags. The first and most common is the impulse heat sealer. The second type is the constant heat sealer. Each type of heat sealer has its own features and applications.

An impulse heat sealer for plastic bags is very common in industry. This type of impulse sealer works by applying a brief electrical impulse down a wire in the jaw of the machine. This occurs at the same time that...

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Bostitch P50-10B Plier Stapler Video Demonstration

The Bostitch P50-10B plier stapler is a type of carton stapler used for the closing of corrugated inserts and trays. This carton stapler is air driven for fast production and easy use. The P50-10B plier stapler can make short work of large jobs. It uses the Bostitch SB103020 box staple. The Bostitch SB103020 staple has a range from 3/8,1/2 and 5/8. The P50-10B is an excellent choice for a plier stapler and is used worlwide. Please give Boatman Marking a call if you have questions.

Josef Kihlberg 561-15 Pneumatic Carton Stapler - Video Demonstration

The Josef Kihlberg 561-15 stapler carton stapler is an excellent exapmle of a pneumatic carton stapler. This Josef Kihlberg carton stapler can be used to effectivly increase your packaging production. The tool uses C staple box staples that keep packages securely closed. For more information on this product just contact us at Boatman Marking.

Roll Stapler - Carton Stapler Video Demonstration

Roll Staplers are a type of carton stapler. They are used for the rapid and secure closing of boxes in an industrial environment. Roll staplers use a roll of 1,000 staples. This allows the user to increase productivity by not reloading as frequently. The tool is very ergonomic which also increase efficiency. At Boatman Marking we have a wide selection of roll staplers and box staples.

Pneumatic Foot Stapler - Box Stapler Video Demonstration

This video demonstrates a Carton Closing Company pneumatic foot stapler. This air powered staples relieves the operator of the manual effort of depressing the foot pedal. This allows for higher rates of production with lower wear to the machine. This foot stapler uses the coomon C staple box staple. At Boatman Marking we have a broad selection of foot staplers and box staples. Please let us know if you have questions.

Bostitch P50-10B Pneumatic Plier Stapler

If you need a heavy duty plier stapler, then consider the Bostitch P50-10B Pneumatic Plier Stapler, which is known as one of the best plier staplers in the packaging industry.

The Stanley-Bostitch P50-10B Pneumatic Plier Stapler is a stapler that is used to assemble corrugated trays and close box sides with a medium crown staple. This product is an air driven, pneumatic device. This benefit increases operator productivity thus saving time and money in your carton closing operations. T...

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Rapid 105 Electric Stapler

For the rapid binding of multiple reams of paper, fast stapling of packaging materials or the secure attachment of header cards the rapid 105 electric stapler is a great solution. These are a variety of the industrial stapling and bindery applications that could certainly fit the Rapid 105 Electric Stapler.

The Rapid 105 Electric Stapler is an industrial electric stapler used for numerous binding and packaging applications. It can attach header cards securely to poly bags allowing operators to work quickly. The Rapid 106 version electric stapler also serves as a saddle stapler. Saddle staplers speci...

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Roll Carton Stapler or Stick Carton Stapler

If you want your carton closing operation to increase in speed, we suggest you use a roll carton stapler.

A roll carton stapler, also known as a roll feed stapler, requires a rolled type of staple. A roll staple is a particular form of staple which is bound in rolls. Its dimensions are similar to that of a C-type staple when folded.

Using roll staples, or RR roll staples, to seal your corrugated boxes is an excellent option to consider if you want faster production rates in closing your boxes. This is because a roll staple has a standard number of 1000 staples per roll. Increased productivity is to be expected from a roll stapler since fewer reloads are needed when sealing your corrugated boxes as compared to a stick stapler. Roll s...

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Foot Stapler Overview

Do you need to effectively and efficiently seal the bottom flaps of your corrugated boxes? The expert solution to this problem is a foot stapler.

A foot stapler is a stapler designed particularly to seal or close the bottom portions of a corrugated box. To properly use this carton box stapler, the operator of this device has to invert the empty box and place the flaps of the box on the post accordingly. When the operator presses the foot pedal of the stapler (or triggers the foot switch on the pneumatic device), the stapling head of this sealing tool comes down and attaches the staples securely on the bottom flaps.

There are generally three categories of foot staplers depending on: the type of staples they use, the method of operation...

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What type of Heat Sealer is right for me?

Now among all the heat sealers available at Boatman Marking you might wonder: "Which of these heat sealers is the right one for my company's packaging needs"?

Before we look at finding an impulse heat sealer suitable for your company, first consider checking the production rate that is necessary for your company. It is also important to know the width and "mil" thickness of the bag that is being sealed. After you are able to do so, judge for yourself which of the following sealing tools will best meet your company's sealing requirements:

Hand Impulse Sealers

Let's say your business sells small products an...

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What are Vacuum Sealers and How do they work?

A vacuum sealer is a type of a bag heat sealer which is used for various specialty packaging purposes. This sealer is used in packaging dried foods, electronics, coffee products and other materials which may breakdown more rapidly when exposed to air.

This heat sealer variant is a heavy duty machine which draws air out of the poly bag before it automatically seals it. Using this method the vacuum sealer also reduces the volume of the packaged product by removing trapped air left in the bag. This at times can be the most valued reason for using a vacuum sealer.

This type of vacuum sealer requires a small air compressor to be connec...

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What Brand of Carton Stapler?

What Brand of Carton Stapler Should I Consider For My Packaging Needs?

You may have noticed that, while browsing through the carton staplers here at Boatman Marking, there are three main manufacturers mentioned. These manufacturers are Carton Closing, Josef Kihlberg, and Stanley-Bostitch. Maybe while you were considering your needs, you wondered how the manufacturer might effect your purchase. You probably wanted to know of the advantages and disadvantages of each. If the manufacturer was one of the factors you would like to look into when considering the right choice of carton stapler for your company then read on.

Carton Closing Company (CCC)

The Carton Closing Company, or CCC, has already a long track record in the stapling a...

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We Can Repair Your Packaging Equipment

Over time equipment wears through continuous use. Sometimes a tool may fall and break. Boatman Marking has its own in-house equipment repair shop. We stock many commonly used parts and can quickly get your tool or machine back in service. Just send us the equipment for repair. Along with the equipment, send us the description of the problem and we will provide you with the estimate for the necessary repair. A contact name should be provided as well so that we can provide you the estimate. The tool turnaround time varies depending on the problem or the extent of the damage of your equipment and if the part is in stock for repair. This saves you time trying to understand the intricacies of the machine.

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Introduction to Plier Staplers

A plier stapler is a kind of carton stapler that is commonly used to staple the sides of corrugated boxes. They can also be used to seal plastic bags, plastic sheeting, corrugated trays and tube lids.

There are two kinds of plier staplers, the manual plier stapler and the pneumatic plier stapler. For low volume usage, a manual plier can be used. A pneumatic plier stapler, on the other hand, should be used if a higher rate of production volume is required. Since they are air-driven, a much faster rate can be achieved and will require less manual work to get the job done. The type of plier stapler to be used depends on th...

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The Types of Bottom Carton Staplers in Packaging

Bottom carton staplers look and work in an interesting manner. This stapler may be overlooked at times but it is one the most important regarding packaging with staples.

A bottom stapler also called a foot stapler is used to close or seal the bottom of corrugated boxes. To use this device an operator has to invert the empty carton and place the flaps accordingly on the post. When the foot pedal of the stapler is depressed (or foot switch is triggered, for the pneumatic operated), the stapling head comes down and applies the staple firmly on to the bottom flaps.

Bottom staplers can broadly be identified using 3 categories: the...

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Introduction to Carton Staplers

A carton stapler is used to close or seal the upper or top part of a corrugated carton box with a metal staple. Here is a rough breakdown on some categories and choices.

There are two kinds of carton staplers, the manual carton stapler and the pneumatic carton stapler. The manual carton stapler is manually operated with the force exerted by hand while the pneumatic carton stapler is hand -held but is air-driven. Operation with a pneumatic stapler can be much easier compared to the manual type. The manual carton stapler can be very versatile; it does not require electricity or compressor to operate. It can be used in farm fields or work yards where a compressor may not be available. The pneumatic carton stapler should be considered to...

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About Boatman Marking

For nearly half a century, Boatman Marking has focused on the importance of high quality products, service, and reliability. The history of Boatman Marking goes back over 45 years when Jack Boatman first began to provide materials for industrial marking and product identification. Over time the company has expanded to serve the Los Angeles and greater Southern California area and still growing. Although the company has grown and evolved, the same commitment to first rate quality and customer service has remained the same.

The key to Boatman Marking's success lies in the vast experience that has been gained over the forty-six year span of providing high quality products and service. Boatman Marking prides itself in its knowledgeabl...

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