A staple is defined as a kind of two-pronged fastener, usually made of metal that is used to join or even bind different fabrics and materials together. There are some even larger staples that require hammers for smoother operation or a staple gun for masonry, corrugated boxes, roofing or other heavy duty uses.
Staples come in different shapes and sizes, therefore, there are a variety of staples to choose from. Amongst these different varieties lies one version of staples which is known as packaging staples. The packaging staples are used for various purposes. Most importantly they are used for fastening packages.
The advantages of using packaging staples are as follows:
1. Easily attachable: The major benefit of using packaging staples is that they are easily latched onto cardboard materials. As we know most of the packaging nowadays is done in cardboard materials. Therefore, with the help of packaging staples, we are able to secure the package completely as the packaging staples lash onto the cardboard.
2. Corrugated boxes: The packaging staples help in fixing up some of the faults in the corrugated boxes. It is often seen that in the hasty production of the corrugated boxes most of the joints are left undone. The packaging staples act as the perfect solution to the problem. They ensure that the joints are completely sealed. The staples could also be used to increase the sturdiness of the corrugated boxes by stapling on to the important points of the box. This not only helps in increasing the longevity of the corrugated boxes but also ensures that the material or product encased in the boxes is completely secured.
3. Attaching paperwork: The most basic use of staples in the earlier days was to attach paperwork now with the modern staplers attaching paper to paper is quite easy and simple, but when it comes to attaching the paper to different hard and heavy-duty products like cardboard the modern staplers fail. Hence, the use of staples is still prevalent. The staples can also qualify for heavy duty stapling as they are very strong. These staples do not come off easily as they are two heavy pieces of metal twanged together to attach something to a paper or any other material.
4. Cost: The packaging staples are less expensive. Sure, it is a bit troublesome to use them but they are pocket-friendly. Therefore, they are still the first choice for many of the small companies. The cost of packaging staples is very minimal as compared to the costs of modern stapler such as pneumatic staple guns, electricity staple guns, etc.
5. Easy to use: The packaging staples do not come with a list of rules to be followed to use them correctly. They are very authentic and generic staples which can be used by a layman. It is not very difficult to understand the usage of packaging staples. They can be used even by even a construction worker with no experience. Whereas when compared to modern-day staplers, they have a list of procedures which have to be followed, a manual which has to be read thoroughly before starting your work. This ease of use is still preferred by most of the old school workers.
Hence, these are just a few advantages or benefits of using packaging staples. Apart from the advantages the staples also have their own set of disadvantages which include the risk of damaging the product with its sharp edges, hurting yourself while stapling. Therefore, like any other equipment, these staples have their own importance and disadvantages.