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Shipping Boxes

Made of cardboard, plastic, or wood to store and transport a variety of items

Mesh Sleeves

Stretch around items like shafts and threaded parts to shield them from scratching and chipping

Packing Paper

Guard items from scratches and stop food from sticking during manufacturing, shipping, and storing

Envelopes

Standard, bubble-lined, and paper-padded for mailing or shipping documents and other items

Expanding Foam

Conforms to and cushions items in boxes to keep them from banging around the box during transit

Bubble Wrap

Air bubbles cushion fragile items better than foam to protect them while shipping and storing

Foam Wrap

Cushion items with less bulk than bubble wrap to protect them while shipping and storing

Edge Protectors

Edge Protectors

Guard box edges and corners from strapping gouges and bumps during shipping

Pallet Load Covers

Pallet Load Covers

Fit over boxes on pallets to shield the tops and edges from strapping gouges and impact

Shipping Jugs

Ship up to seven gallons of hazardous liquids and dispense with control through the narrow opening

Shipping Tubes

Protect rods, rolled-up blueprints, and other long, thin objects during shipping

Hazardous Material Shipping Kits

Hazardous Material Shipping Kits

Every packaging layer you need to safely ship hazardous liquids and solids

Strapping

Secure pallet loads, crates, and packages for transit

Corrugated Sheets

Corrugated Sheets

Slide between pallets and stacked items to protect them from damage or reinforce the bottom of boxes

Shipping Pails

Ship up to 12 gallons of hazardous liquids or solids

Stretch Wrap

Bundle loads without tape or strapping and shield them from moisture, dirt, and scratches

Stretch Wrap Dispensers

Stretch Wrap Dispensers

Wind stretch wrap around loads without tangling

Packing Slip Pouches

Packing Slip Pouches

Stick to the outside of packages to secure shipping documents in place

Shipping Box Liners

Shipping Box Liners

Line cardboard boxes to keep the items inside at a consistent temperature

Packing Peanuts

Packing Peanuts

Loosely fill the space around items in boxes to reduce shifting and impact during transit

Heat-Shrink Wrap

Heat-Shrink Wrap

Create a form-fitting barrier around packages to protect them from moisture and dirt

Rubber Bands

Stretch to bundle and secure parts, bags, food, and more

Box Stitching Wire

Box Stitching Wire

Refill electric box-bottom stitchers

Paper Roll Dispensers

Paper Roll Dispensers

Hold paper rolls and cleanly cut sheets with a spring-loaded blade

Shipping Air Bags

Shipping Air Bags

Inflate and place between items to cushion them and keep them from tipping and shifting in transit

Corrosion-Inhibiting Wraps

Corrosion-Inhibiting Wraps

Keep metal parts and electronic components from rusting or tarnishing

Strapping Tensioners and Sealers

Strapping Tensioners and Sealers

Tighten strapping around packages and seal it in place with a single tool

Box Reducers

Cut tall boxes down to the size you need and save on shipping costs

Strapping Sealers

Strapping Sealers

Crimp clips onto strapping to hold it tight

Strapping Tensioners

Strapping Tensioners

Draw strapping tightly around packages with the push of a lever to keep contents secure

Shipping Blankets

Shipping Blankets

Wrap around equipment and furniture to guard them from scratches, nicks, and dirt in transit

Strapping Buckles

Strapping Buckles

Hold strapping in light duty and low-tension applications

Strapping Seals

Strapping Seals

Crimp onto strapping to keep it under tension

Shipping Tanks

Ship up to 330 gallons of liquid; also known as intermediate bulk containers (IBC)

Shipping Bottles

Shipping Bottles

Ship up to one gallon of hazardous liquids

Packing Peanut Dispensers

Packing Peanut Dispensers

Guide packing peanuts into shipping containers

Oxygen Absorbers

Oxygen Absorbers

Prevent oxidation to keep food fresh, medication effective, and electronics from corroding

Box Clips

Keep cardboard box flaps folded down and out of the way while packing

Corrosion-Inhibiting Packets

Corrosion-Inhibiting Packets

Toss into shipping boxes to stop metals from corroding, oxidizing, tarnishing, and discoloring

Protective Shipping Box Inserts

Protective Shipping Box Inserts

Fit snugly around glass bottles to absorb shock better than bubble wrap and air pillows

Rubber Banding

An economical alternative to strapping for securing items during transit

Baling Wire Tools

Baling Wire Tools

Loop and twist baling wire to secure large bundles

Twist Ties

Wind the ends to bundle cable and wire or close bags and sacks

Baling Wire

Secure large bundles such as lumber, cardboard, and wire coils

Communication

Label Printer Tape

Label Printer Tape

Replace the label tape in label printers

Label Printers

Create custom labels on the spot

Labels

Stick onto items to identify or convey information about them

Tags

Hang throughout facilities to convey information

Tag Protectors

Keep tags clean and protected

Tamper-Evident Seals

Tamper-Evident Seals

Secure hasps, latches, and other connections to visibly indicate tampering

Laminating Sheets

Laminating Sheets

Stick to one or both sides of documents for a protective layer

Stamps

Mark surfaces such as metal, cardboard, paper, or fabric with indentations or ink

Stack-Prevention Shipping Cones

Stack-Prevention Shipping Cones

Alert employees not to stack on top of pallets and packages; more visible than shipping labels

Containers, Storage, and Furniture

Spools

Store twine, wire, rope, and chain

Open-Top Bags

Close around material with a staple, twist tie, or heat sealer

Drawstring Bags

Drawstring Bags

Cinch closed to hold everything from parts and fasteners to laundry and recycling

Heat Sealers

Seal bags, packages, and film using heat

Drum Locking Rings

Drum Locking Rings

Clamp lids onto drums for a tight seal

Drum Lids

Replace the lid on your drum

Strap Handles

Wrap around bundles and hard-to-grip objects for a more convenient carry

Drums

Ship and store large volumes of liquid or dry materials

Resealable Bags

Resealable Bags

Press-to-close, slide-to-close, and fold-top bags

Bins

Store and easily access small and large parts

Pails

Plastic, metal, rubber, and paper pails

Vacuum Sealers

Create an airtight seal around small parts to prevent damage from moisture and oxidation

Shipping Box Stands

Shipping Box Stands

Organize and store flat shipping boxes

Test Tube Holders

Test Tube Holders

Hold test tubes upright

Pallets

Stack items to move them with a forklift and keep them orderly and raised off the ground in storage

Stretch Wrap Holders

Stretch Wrap Holders

Store stretch wrap within reach

Strapping Dispensers

Strapping Dispensers

Keep strapping coils neat and ready to use

Raw Materials

Foam

Pockets of air make it lighter in weight than rubber; good for packing, insulating, and sealing

Fabric

Use to cover, clean, and insulate objects

Felt

Thicker and more absorbent than fabric for insulating, polishing, cushioning, and gasketing

Measuring and Inspecting

Scales

Bench-top, hanging, floor, and conveyor scales

DIN Panel Adapters

DIN Panel Adapters

Make a meter face sit flush with a DIN cutout in a panel or enclosure

Counters

Record and display the number of times events or processes occur

Position Indicators

Position Indicators

Track components on rotating spindles or lead screws to help adjust machinery quickly and precisely

Force Gauges

Test objects to see how much tension and compression force they can bear

Fastening and Joining

Tape

Bind, seal, and mark surfaces

Tape Dispensers

Tape Dispensers

Store and cut lengths of tape

Staples

Use in air-powered, electric, cordless, and manual staplers to secure cardboard and other materials

Glue-on-a-Roll Dispensers

Glue-on-a-Roll Dispensers

Pull the trigger to remove the liner and apply glue-on-a-roll; also known as adhesive transfer tape

Adhesives

Bond surfaces together

Staplers

Air-powered, electric, cordless, and manual staplers

Fabricating and Machining

Utility Knives

Make quick, shallow cuts; often used to open boxes and packages

Paper Cutters

Slice through most paper products, as well as film and foil

Multitools

A variety of tools and blades all in one

Electrical

Rotary Encoders

Rotary Encoders

Track the distance, direction, and speed of travel of motor shafts, conveyors, and wheels

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

Desiccants

Remove moisture from the air to protect items during shipping and storage

Sealing

Drum Gaskets

Seal lids onto steel and stainless steel drums

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