Kraft tubes are cylindrical, hollow tube products made out of kraft paper, a type of cardboard composed of wood pulp and sulfate additives. Kraft paper is coarse and naturally a dark brown color, although it may be bleached to obtain a lighter surface color. Compared to other types of paper, kraft paper is stronger and able to withstand more pressure. However, it is also slightly more expensive than other types of papers and so is typically only used when a more durable material is needed.
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Ace Paper Tube CorporationCleveland, OH 800-882-9002 At Ace Paper Tube, we offer custom printing and labeling, package design, research, in-house tooling and competitive pricing for all of our products including kraft tubes. Our priority at Ace Paper Tube is to create the finest products and have excellent customer service. There is no other place where you find more quality products. Contact Ace Paper Tube today!
Armbrust Paper Tubes, Inc.Chicago, IL 773-586-3232 At Armburst Paper Tubes, our kraft tubes are stocked for immediate delivery but most of our tubes are made to order. They are spiral wound and can be labeled, printed or punched or die cut. They also come in interior and exterior colors. Custom orders are available. The next time you need a project completed, give Armburt Paper Tubes a call, we'll have your order done in a matter of time.
Valk Industries, Inc.Greeneville, TN 423-638-1284 At Valk Industries, our kraft tubes are made from recycled paperboard in natural color and finish. We offer the option of printed logos, customized printed outer wrappers and liners which leaves our customer to customize their orders just the way they need them. Our team would like to help you out with any of your project needs, call us today and we will have your requirements done in no time.
Marshall Paper Tube Company, Inc.Canton, MA 800-257-0878 At Marshall Paper Tube, our kraft tubes are designed to meet requirements of strength, weight and appropriate design. Different styles are available as well. With our years of experience, this helps us advise our customers which way to go when choosing the right tube for your project requirements. Let us know if you have any special requirements, we'll help make sure we fulfill your needs.
Nagel PaperSaginaw, MI 800-292-3654 At Nagel Paper, we supply a variety of industries such as textile, label, automotive, print and much more. This varied customer base and manufacturing capabilities has boost Nagel Paper to be the front runner of kraft tube technology. If you have an application that is not enclosed on our site, please contact Nagel Paper for custom applications or an engineered solution.
PreferpackNorth Aurora, IL 877-284-7752 Preferpack is your total packaging resource. Combine years of packaging experience, access to the industry`s latest packaging products and technologies and a straight talk approach to customer service; we have earned our customers trust as their packaging partner of choice. We are always staying innovative when manufacturing kraft tubes, stock boxes and collapsible tubes. Call us today!
American Paper ProductsKulpsville, PA 866-739-5718 For over 80 years of business, American Paper Products has been leading the way with kraft tube production. Our products, experience, customer service, high competitive pricing and fast delivery system permit us to continue to be number one. We are proud to serve the entire United States and we will ship anywhere! Contact today for your kraft tube needs.
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Commonly the material which is used to fabricate paper grocery bags, kraft paper can also form paper tubes. As an alternative to other cardboard material like fiberboard, paperboard and paper-adhesive composites, kraft paper is thinner and exhibits high strength properties. Kraft tubes are most often used in shipping, mailing and packaging applications to safely transport posters, blueprints, unframed artwork, calendars, promotional materials, banners, large documents, and any rolled material that cannot be folded or packed into a cardboard box. The paper cores of toilet paper and paper towels are often made of low quality kraft paper. The outside of coin banks are usually covered in kraft paper which has been printed on for a decorative and colorful look. Kraft tubes are also sometimes used for long-term document storage and protection.
Cardboard tubes made of kraft paper are constructed in a similar way to other types of postal tubes. Firstly, large sheets of kraft paper are cut into thin ribbons which are then coated in adhesive and wrapped on an angle around a mandrel of the desired shape. They either have crimped ends that fold shut to secure the ends of the tube, or snap-on plastic, metal or wooden caps that snugly block both ends, keeping the products securely inside. Tubes come in many different shapes and sizes, to accommodate the various types of products they hold. All paper tubes are measured and defined by their interior dimensions rather than exterior, and are typically no longer than 48 inches. For heavy duty applications, dielectric kraft paper, which is pre-impregnated with phenolic resin, is used when high strength, waterproof and resistant cardboard is needed. The wood pulp-resin mix is formed and cured, followed by further curing in an oven. While post forming heat treatments take place, the phenolic and adhesives coalesce. The finished product is thinner and stronger than standard kraft, and holds its shape better in humidity or when affected by elements of weather.