Choosing the right adhesive tape starts with understanding the glue behind it. Different packaging needs require different adhesive properties, and knowing the difference between hot melt glue and acrylic glue is essential to select the most suitable solution.

Hot melt glue is made with adhesive raw materials from rubber and synthetic resins. It is solvent-free and delivers an instant initial tack, making it ideal for applications that require speed, efficiency and strong adhesion from the very first contact. For this reason, adhesive tapes with hot melt glue are particularly suitable for automatic taping machines, high tack on cardboard and packaging processes where immediate sealing is essential.

Acrylic glue, on the other hand, is made with acrylic polymers dispersed in water. It is also solvent-free and is especially appreciated for its high UV resistance, silent unwinding and long-term storage performance. These characteristics make acrylic adhesive tapes a reliable solution for applications where durability, stability and resistance over time are key requirements.

Hot melt glue is one of the most widely used adhesives thanks to its versatility and instant tack. A single adhesive technology can be applied to many different solutions: to package, to reinforce, to lock, to mask and even to support more sustainable packaging choices.

Some examples within the Magis range show this versatility clearly: HIT17, a polyester adhesive tape, ideal for manual use; NU55-60, used in the building industry, specially designed for professionals operating in this sector; RTPP32, a cross weave glass fiber reinforced tape, suitable for heavy-duty carton sealing, palletizing and goods binding; C580, a masking tape realized on crepe paper, specific for car bodywork; S45-50, developed for palletizing and wrapping heavy materials; ecoHIT19, the European patented recycled PET adhesive tape, produced with at least 85% recycled plastic waste from bottles.

Hot melt glue proves that one component can respond to many challenges. The right glue is not just a technical detail: it is what makes every adhesive tape perform according to its purpose.

Not all recycled polypropylene performs in the same way. The origin of the recycled material and the recovery process behind it can make a real difference in terms of quality, consistency and final performance.

Mechanically recycled polypropylene is usually obtained from production scraps. While it helps reduce waste, the recycling process can affect the material’s properties, resulting in lower quality compared to virgin polypropylene. UCO-based recycled polypropylene, on the other hand, comes from used cooking oil from the food industry and offers the same high standards as virgin polypropylene, making it suitable for applications where transparency, resistance and reliability are essential.

With the ECO range of polypropylene products, Magis chooses UCO-based recycled polypropylene derived from used cooking oil from the food industry. Available with 50% or 100% recycled polypropylene, these adhesive tapes allow companies to choose the sustainability path that best fits their goals: a more responsible solution without compromise.

With ECO-PPL products, Magis proves that recycled does not mean second-best: quality and sustainability belong together.

In packaging industry, efficiency is not only about achieving a secure seal. It is also about selecting materials that help simplify operations, improve workflow and support a cleaner, more organized packing process.

This is the context in which C680RT fits: premium crepe cross-reinforced paper adhesive tape, designed to deliver high holding power even in the most demanding applications. Its cross-woven fiberglass reinforcement and hot melt adhesive system provide excellent strength and reliability, making it an especially effective solution for companies looking for high technical performance.

Alongside these features, C680RT stands out for another very practical advantage: as a self-adhesive tape, it does not need to be moistened before use. This makes application quicker and more immediate, while also helping to keep the process cleaner and more orderly, both in manual operations and in more structured production environments. It also helps streamline day-to-day operations by removing the maintenance activities associated with water-activated systems, contributing to lower management time and costs.

The product profile is further enhanced by the availability of a printable version, which broadens its range of applications and potential end-use sectors.

With C680RT, Magis offers a solution that combines strength, cleanliness, practicality and efficiency, meeting the needs of a market that increasingly demands high performance together with more streamlined and well-organized processes.

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In the packaging and logistics sector, security is not an optional detail: it is a decisive factor. The protection of goods and the traceability of violations are becoming increasingly central, especially when insurance liabilities come into play.

It is within this context that ATE23 was developed, a PET tamper-evident adhesive tape designed to clearly reveal any manipulation with the packaging: once the tape is removed, the sealing text remain visible on the box. This mechanism makes any attempt to open the package immediately visible, providing clear and undeniable evidence. Tampering cannot be concealed or restored without leaving a trace.

Today, ATE23 evolves with a new customizable version, designed to complement its technical reliability with additional strategic value. In an increasingly competitive market, even a functional component such as adhesive tape can become a tool for identity and brand recognition.

The possibility to customize ATE23 with a company logo, technical message or distinctive graphic element allows businesses to transform an operational product into a direct touchpoint with customers, partners and operators throughout the supply chain. Each application thus becomes not only a technical solution, but also a communication opportunity aligned with the company’s identity.

This combination of tamper-evident functionality and customization represents a solution unique in Europe. It is not merely a graphic option, but a high value-added product that enables companies to protect their goods, strengthen their brand image and reduce the risk of disputes.

In modern packaging, customization and sustainability are fundamental requirements, relevant for both niche markets and for larger, more structured businesses.

Magis’ production is founded on these principles, with a constant focus on developing solutions that combine attention to the environment, quality and communicative value, without compromise.

This part of our vision takes shape in our printable adhesive tapes. They are produced in small “Jumbo” rolls, which clients turn into smaller rolls customized with logos, text, or other tailored graphics. In this way, we are able to be more widespread, serving not only large companies but also the small market, offering sustainable and high-quality products.

Customization is one of the key features of Magis’ solutions. Thanks to a specially treated surface, these tapes are ideal for direct printing on the backing with primary flexographic inks, ensuring precise, sharp, and long-lasting results. The tape thus becomes more than just a functional element, it turns into a true communication tool, capable of conveying a brand’s identity immediately and distinctively.

The Magis printable tape range combines versatility and performance. It includes standard hot-melt adhesive solutions, such as HP28 and HP30PPW, as well as acrylic adhesive versions like AP28-32. For those seeking eco-friendly options, we offer both the ecoHIT19P – a polyester tape made with at least 85% recycled plastic from bottles – and FSC®-certified recycled crepe paper tapes, such as C660, C680, and C690, suitable for manual use and automatic taping machines.

Reinforced paper versions, such as the C680R with unidirectional fiberglass and the C680RT with woven filaments, expand the range allowing for more demanding applications without compromising the product’s sustainability.

Thanks to this combination of materials, performance, and environmental care, Magis tapes represent a complete solution for every packaging need. This is how sustainability and quality become truly accessible to everyone.

Adhesive tape is not just a technical material for sealing and protecting: it can become a true communication tool. Customizing it means turning every shipment into an opportunity to strengthen brand identity, stand out and convey professionalism right from the packaging. Each package thus becomes an integral part of corporate communication, transforming from simple protection into a marketing tool.

Magis offers a customization service that allows logos, graphics and corporate colors to be printed on various types of materials: from polypropylene to polyester, as well as paper-based solutions and eco-friendly lines. This way, every company can choose the solution that best suits its needs while maintaining the resistance, adhesion and durability that distinguish our products.

The photographic quality of Magis prints is a distinctive element in the market: a highly qualified graphics department, combined with the latest flexographic printing technologies with up to eight colors, ensures sharp and vibrant results. Depending on the material, printing can be carried out using the “secure print” (sandwich) method – which protects the design between the plastic film and the adhesive mass, keeping it bright and safe from scratches and abrasions – or with “surface-printing” method, ideal for paper-based supports.

The experience gained over the years makes Magis a true leader in the industry: in 2024, out of 350 million tapes produced, 150 million were customized. A figure that reflects the trust of companies and the ability to deliver tailor-made solutions.