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ADHESIVES: Why the Cheapest Part of Your Packaging Could Be the Most Costly

May 27, 2025

Most consumers take for granted the quiet workhorses of their daily lives—reliable packaging. Whether it’s corrugated boxes, folding cartons, or paper bags, structural integrity is essential. And at the core of that strength lies one often-overlooked component: adhesives.
Though adhesives are among the least expensive raw materials, they’re critical for packaging performance. Overlook them, and you could be facing one of your most costly problems. At BakerTitan Adhesives, we understand how this small ingredient has an outsized impact—from the converting floor to the customer’s doorstep.

The High Cost of Poor Adhesive Performance
When adhesives fail, the effects are immediate and expensive. In high-speed converting environments, the wrong adhesive can cause misaligned boxes, burst cartons, and compromised bag seams. The result? Line stoppages, excess scrap, machine jams, and costly downtime.
But it doesn’t stop there. Poor adhesive performance can weaken packaging during transit, leading to damaged goods, product returns, and frustrated customers. It’s not just an operational problem; it’s a brand risk.

Consistency Fuels Efficiency
Modern converting lines, whether for corrugated boxes, folding cartons or paper bags, process thousands of units per hour. In these high-output settings, consistency is critical. That’s why BakerTitan formulates adhesives with stable viscosities, reliable set times and uniform bond strength, batch after batch.
Small deviations in adhesive performance can have major effects. Too slow a set time? Boxes pop open mid-line. Too fast? Bonding suffers and equipment can gum up. With BakerTitan, manufacturers get the reliability they need to keep production running smoothly and efficiently.

Adhesives: A Strategic Supply Chain Asset
Choosing adhesives based solely on price is a false economy. While adhesives may represent a small fraction of your material costs, they play a major role in overall supply chain performance.
At BakerTitan, we deliver high-quality, cost-effective adhesive solutions that reduce waste, prevent downtime, protect your products, and enhance customer satisfaction. In today’s packaging operations, adhesives aren’t just a consumable, they’re a strategic investment.
Partner with BakerTitan Adhesives and put us to the test. You’ll wonder why you didn’t call us sooner.
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