Collection: Case Tapers

Why More Businesses Should Consider a Case Taper

For growing businesses focused on improving packaging efficiency, investing in a reliable case taper can help streamline daily operations and reduce unnecessary labor. At Cleveland Equipment, we work with manufacturers, fulfillment operations, warehouses, and distribution facilities that need dependable packaging equipment designed for long-term performance. A properly integrated case taper helps create faster, more consistent carton sealing while improving overall production flow.

Manual carton sealing can slow down packaging lines, especially as order volume increases. A case taper automates the sealing process by applying tape evenly and consistently to cartons, reducing operator fatigue and helping maintain packaging quality across every shipment. Businesses shipping products regularly can benefit from improved throughput, cleaner tape application, and reduced material waste.

Cleveland Equipment offers a wide range of case taper solutions to support different production environments, carton sizes, and operational requirements. From semi-automatic models for smaller packaging lines to fully automatic systems designed for higher-volume facilities, our equipment is built to improve efficiency while remaining easy to operate and maintain.

Featured Case Taper Equipment

• CE-558F Side Belt Uniform Automatic Case Carton Taper Sealer – Designed for automatic uniform carton sealing with dependable side belt transport and consistent tape application.
• CE-662 Side Belt Semi-Automatic Uniform Carton Taper Sealer – A practical solution for businesses needing reliable semi-automatic carton sealing with simple operation.
• CE-662SS Stainless Steel Case Taper – Stainless steel construction designed for food, beverage, and washdown environments.
• CE-657 Uniform Automatic Case Sealer – Automatic sealing performance ideal for consistent carton sizes and higher production rates.
• CE-652 Uniform Top & Bottom Drive Case Sealer – Top and bottom belt drive system provides stable carton transport during sealing.
• CE-653 Adjustable Flap Folding Sealer – Automatically folds carton flaps before sealing to improve packaging efficiency.
• CE-655 Semi-Automatic Random Case Sealer – Handles varying carton sizes with reduced adjustment time between production runs.
• CE-659 Automatic Random Case Sealer – Ideal for operations packaging mixed carton sizes throughout the day.
• SB-EX Industrial Case Taper Series – Heavy-duty industrial construction designed for demanding production environments.
• SB-EX Stainless Steel Industrial Case Taper – Corrosion-resistant stainless steel design for sanitary packaging applications.
• Max-Tac Acrylic Machine Tape – Reliable machine-grade tape designed for secure carton sealing performance.

As a packaging equipment company based in Memphis, Cleveland Equipment focuses on delivering equipment that helps businesses improve production efficiency without unnecessary complexity. Whether you need a compact semi-automatic machine or a high-volume automatic case taper system, our team can help identify the right solution for your packaging line.

Case Tapers Backed by Real-World Packaging Experience

Choosing a case taper is easier when you can see how the equipment performs outside of a product specification sheet. Cleveland Equipment has earned thousands of customer reviews across its packaging equipment, and its case tapers have received particularly strong positive feedback from businesses using them in day-to-day production:

• "Running well. Very sturdy and reliable. No issues."
• "I bought my first CE-551TB Case sealer in 2018 and in 2022 I bought 2 more to set up for different box sizes. I recommend this product 100%."
• "I bought my machine 3 months ago and it has worked so well for the company that I ended up buying 2 more. I recommend this case taper to anyone. I was also happy to know we could test our boxes before confirming this machine worked for us. Thank you Cleveland Equipment!"
• "It has been a pleasure doing business with you! Don't know how we got by before without your case tapers."
• "The Cleveland Equipment staff took very good care of us. Our carton sealers are working out perfectly. We appreciate the service and will be back."

For more information about what these machines can add to a packaging operation, read our guides on the benefits of using a case taper, how a box tape machine can reduce packing time, and ways a box taping machine can improve productivity.

Cleveland Equipment has been proudly helping businesses find the perfect packaging equipment for their needs for over 25 years. Learn more about Cleveland Equipment, or reach out to our team for help selecting machinery based on your business's specific goals. For businesses that prefer to spread an equipment purchase over time, commercial equipment financing is also available.

Common Questions About Case Tapers

What is a case taper?

A case taper, also called a carton sealer, box taper or case sealer, applies packaging tape to corrugated cartons. Depending on the machine, it may seal the top, bottom, or both sides of a case as it moves through the packaging process.

What is the difference between semi-automatic and automatic case tapers?

Semi-automatic case tapers generally require more operator involvement, making them a practical choice for lower- and medium-volume operations. Automatic case sealers reduce manual steps and can be better suited to higher production volumes or integrated packaging lines.

Can a case taper handle different box sizes?

Yes, but capabilities vary by machine. Uniform case sealers work particularly well when boxes remain the same size during a production run. Random case sealers are designed for operations where carton dimensions frequently change.

Are case tapers faster than taping boxes by hand?

For businesses sealing cartons regularly, a case taper can significantly reduce the time spent manually applying tape. It can also improve consistency, reduce unnecessary tape usage, and help eliminate a repetitive packaging task.

Which case taper is right for my business?

Consider your carton dimensions, boxes sealed per day, frequency of size changes, available floor space, and desired level of automation. If you are unsure which configuration fits your production line, contact the Cleveland Equipment team to discuss your application.