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Case sealers and tape automation can…

Seal and secure your items rapidly, speeding up production

Automation speed

Automatic case sealers and taping machines significantly accelerate packing, ensuring high-speed and consistent sealing. Goods can be secured quickly, enhancing overall efficiency and reducing costs.

Improve product protection with consistent and quality sealing

Automation safety

Using a case sealer or automatic tape dispenser can enhance product protection. They offer precise sealing, which improves pack integrity in storage and transit.

Enhance sustainability and reduce packing material use

automation efficiency

Automatic case sealing machines help you to control how much tape you’re using. In turn, this can help you reduce packaging waste. Positive for the planet and your bottom line.


Revolutionise efficiency with case sealers & auto taping

Enjoy optimal efficiency and pack security with case sealers and automatic taping equipment that integrate seamlessly into your operation

At Macfarlane Packaging, we can offer cutting-edge automation systems to deliver unparalleled efficiency, reduce costs and improve your sustainability.

  • Our expert team can recommend solutions that deliver precise, speedy and safe sealing.
  • Extensive range of case sealers and gummed paper tape dispensers available. Including standard and random case sealers, which can be integrated into existing packing lines.
  • Machinery brands available in our sealing range include Lantech, Endoline and Robopac.
  • Options include hot melt glue case sealers and self-adhesive tape carton sealers. We can offer tape consumables to pair with machinery.
  • Range of finance options available to help you spread the cost.

Discover the range of sealing machinery and equipment available from Macfarlane Packaging

This is just a small selection of the case sealers and tape dispensers we can supply. For a solution tailored to your business, ask to speak to one of our automation experts.

Gummed Paper Tape Dispensers

grip taper - a portable gummed paper tape dispenser, available from Macfarlane Packaging

Grip Taper Portable Gummed Paper Tape Dispenser

The Grip Taper is a versatile and portable automatic gummed paper tape dispenser. It moistens and dispenses pre-set lengths of paper tape for speedy sealing.

  • Lightweight with an ergonomic handle, so it’s easy to move
  • Ideal for environments where there are multiple packing areas or production lines
  • Works with reinforced white or brown kraft paper tape, available in 60mm x 45m rolls
  • Quick and easy to refill, keeping roll changes and downtime to a minimum.

BP555 Tabletop Gummed Paper Tape Dispenser

This tabletop electronic gummed paper tape dispenser automatically moistens, cuts, and delivers pre-programmed lengths of gummed paper tape.

  • A compact and space-saving solution to enhance your sealing efficiency.
  • Works with tape that is kerbside recyclable, enhancing sustainability.
  • Can dispense up to 45″ of tape per second using a range of pre-set controls on its colour-coded panel.
  • Large water tank (for moistening tape) minimises downtime.
  • Choose from accessories to enhance performance including a foot pedal, a tape areal and a Code Taper® that can custom print on tape as it is dispensed.
  • This small machine can offer big savings: reducing waste, improving pack security and cutting sealing costs.
BP555 gummed paper tape machine

Carton Sealing Machines

Endoline Case Sealers

We offer an extensive range of semi-automatic and fully automatic Endoline case sealers, from entry-level through to large-scale solutions to suit your operational needs.

  • Comprehensive range of models that can offer pre-set and random case sealing.
  • Operator-friendly machines with simple controls, making sealing quick and easy.
  • Fully automated options can seal up to 30 packs per minute using tape or glue.
  • Range of add-on features available to cusomise models to your sealing requirements.

Lantech Case Sealers

High-quality Lantech case sealers are available from Macfarlane Packaging. Choose from a wide range of models to fit your needs and budget.

  • Lantech case sealers can handle different fluting profiles, as well as double and single wall cartons.
  • Standard models can seal up to 30 boxes a minute, providing rapid, easy sealing.
  • Specialised random case sealers are available for more complex requirements.
  • Many models can be customised with optional extras, so you get a sealing solution that works for you.

Robopac Case Sealers

Robopac case sealers from Macfarlane Packaging will drive up throughput, helping to improve the productivity of your packing operation. Options include:

  • Semi-automatic or fully automatic machines
  • Pre-set or random case sealer models
  • Fully automatic case models can deliver up to 25 cases per minute
  • All machines can be customised to suit your packing operation and available space.
  • Robopac case sealers have simple controls making them easy to use.

See case sealers and electronic tape dispensers in action

Case sealer and tape automation FAQs

What does a case sealer do?

A case sealer is a machine designed to efficiently and securely seal cardboard boxes or cases. It typically applies tape or hot melt adhesive to the top and bottom flaps of the boxes, ensuring a tight and secure closure.

How does a gummed paper tape machine work?

A gummed paper tape machine wets a water-activated adhesive on the back of the tape as it dispenses. The moistened tape forms a strong bond when applied to cartons, creating a secure and tamper-evident seal.

Many gummed paper tape machines can dispense different size lengths of the tape, making sealing a breeze, as you always have the right amount available at the touch of a button.

What does an automatic taping machine cost?

The cost of an automatic taping machine varies based on factors like its specifications, speed, and features. Entry-level models may start at a few thousand pounds, while high-speed or specialised systems can cost more.

However, while the initial investment might seem significant, these machines can often provide return on investment quickly. They do this by helping you reduce costs associated with sealing. This can include reducing the amount of tape or adhesive you use (and therefore the cost) through to helping you lower labour costs.

What is the difference between a manual and electronic gummed paper tape dispenser?

The main difference lies in the dispensing mechanism. A manual gummed paper tape dispenser requires manual activation to moisten and dispense the tape, while an electronic dispenser automates the process, offering greater efficiency and convenience in high-volume packaging operations.


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Automatic taping machines wholesale available across the UK and beyond. You can have automatic tape dispensers delivered to you from one of our regional distribution centres. UK delivery is available to and around the following locations:

Aberdeen, Aylesbury, Banbury, Barnsley, Bath, Bedford, Bicester, Birmingham , Bolton, Bradford, Bridgewater, Bridport, Bristol, Burton-upon-Trent , Cambridge, Chelmsford , Cheltenham, Chester , Chichester, Colchester Cornwall, Coventry, Crewe, Derby, Devon, Dewsbury, Dudley, Dundee, Durham, Edinburgh, Essex, Exeter, Fareham, Gateshead, Glasgow Glossop Gloucester, Grantham, Harlow, Heathrow, Hemel Hempstead, Hereford, High Wycombe, Horsham, Hull, Inverness, Isle of Wight, Kent, Kidderminster, Lancaster  Leamington Spa, Leeds, Lincoln, Liverpool , London , Luton , Manchester, Middlesborough, Milton Keynes, Newbury, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Norfolk, North Wales , Northampton, Nottingham , Oldham, Oxford , Plymouth, Reading, Salisbury, Sheffield, Shrewsbury, Shrewsbury, Slough, Somerset , Somerton, South Shields, South Wales, Stafford, Stockport , Stoke-on-Trent , Stratford-Upon-Avon, Sudbury, Sunderland, Surrey, Sussex , Teesside, Telford, Uxbridge, Wakefield, Walsall, Warrington, Warwick , Watford, Wigan, Windsor, Wolverhampton, Worcester, Wrexham, Yeovil, York.

You can also have automatic taping machines from Macfarlane Packaging delivered across Ireland and Continental Europe. Click to find your closest UK location or nearest Continental European site.