Toray unveils new film that can be used for box reinforcement

NORTH KINGSTOWN – Toray Plastics (America) Inc. has introduced Torayfan RS03 RipStop film, a new, high-tensile-strength, polypropylene-based film designed for box-reinforcement tape applications.
The film, which can be customized to meet customers’ strength requirements and color preferences, replaces traditional polyester- and fiberglass-filament-based reinforcement tapes used on corrugated and paperboard boxes and bulk bins.
It can be integrated into the sides of the boxes to reinforce them, and also can be used to reinforce die-cut box handles. In addition, it weighs less, so less material is needed, and users may also be able to transition to a box with a lower total board weight, Toray said.
Beverage cases, corrugated bulk bins, and moving and storage boxes can benefit from the new RS03 tape, according to Toray.
“RS03 RipStop film offers manufacturers a new, reliable, environment-friendly, value-added solution for reinforcement applications,” Chris Fisher, account representative, Toray Plastics (America), said in a statement. “In addition, manufacturers accustomed to using traditional materials need no special equipment to convert RS03 into tape.”
Fisher said RS03’s tensile strength allows it to perform as an easy-open tear tape. ‘
“Box manufacturers can now add an easy-open component to their box structure that will cleanly and consistently tear through rugged board,” Fisher said.

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