PAPER BAG ADHESIVES THAT HOLD UNDER PRESSURE AND KEEP PRODUCTION MOVING

When bag handles rip or bottoms split open, production stalls and the line backs up. Operators slow down, orders fall behind, and rework eats into your margins. Most of the time, the glue couldn’t hold up to the speed or the load.

Capital adhesives are built for one thing: reliable performance on high-speed lines.

Our paper bag adhesives grip fast, cut clean, and stay consistent through long shifts and tight deadlines. Whether you’re producing SOS bags, shopping bags, or die-cut handles, you get strong bonds that hold under pressure. And because every batch is ISO 9001:2015 certified and ships from stock, you get consistent performance every time without the wait.

If your glue is slowing you down or putting orders at risk, it’s time to switch.

Talk to an expert today and get a glue that holds up to the job.

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Common Paper Bag Adhesive Issues

FORMULATED TO REMEDY ANY ADHESIVE ISSUE

When glue causes problems, operators see it first—on the line, in rejected product, or during cleanup. Capital adhesives are designed to solve these issues at the source, so you get stronger bonds, smoother runs, and fewer interruptions.

Handle flyaways

Handles separate from the bag during high-speed runs. Our adhesives grab fast and hold through setup, keeping the bag intact without slowing down production.

Bag bottom failure

Heavy items cause the bottom panel to break open. Our adhesives deliver the strength needed to keep seams closed, even under weight or stress.

Handles that rip off

Handle attachments tear loose when the bag is loaded. Our adhesives form strong, lasting bonds that stay secure through handling and transport.

Common Paper Bag Types ADHESIVES FOR EVERY PAPER BAG FORMAT

From lightweight retail to heavy-duty yard waste, we support a wide range of paper bag styles. Our adhesives deliver consistent strength, clean application, and reliable performance across substrates and equipment types.

Self-Opening Style (SOS) Bags

Our adhesives keep SOS bags running fast and folding clean, with bonds that hold up from converting to customer carry-out.

Block Bottom Bags (BBL)

Designed for bottom-gusseted styles, our adhesives bond securely through the fold, reducing pop opens and bottom failures under moderate to heavy weight.

Handle Bags

We deliver grip strength right where it counts—at the handle patch—so operators avoid tearing and customers get a bag that holds.

Die-Cut Handle Bags

Our adhesives reinforce the panel area to prevent tearing at cutouts, so bags hold up even with higher loads and thinner substrates.

Merchandise Bags

For small-format, flat-bottom bags, our adhesives run clean, seal fast, and prevent warp or distortion on lighter-weight substrates.

Shopping Bags

High-volume retail demands strong, fast bonds. Our adhesives meet the challenge with clean-running formulas that hold handles and seams without slowing the line.

Lawn and Leaf Bags

These oversized bags need strength across seams and folds. Our adhesives deliver durable bonds that hold up to moisture, weight, and outdoor use.

Pinch Bottom Bags

We provide precise control over bond lines and setup time, helping operators achieve clean, consistent seals on this specialty fold style.

Multi-Wall Bags

These complex, layered structures require deep penetration and reliable wet tack. Our adhesives are built to bond through multiple plies without bleed-through or failure.

Paper Bag OEMs

OEM TESTED.
OPERATOR APPROVED.

Our adhesives are engineered to perform on the most widely used paper bag machines in the industry. Whether you run new equipment or legacy models, you’ll get consistent, reliable performance without adjusting the glue.

American Newlong
Absolut
Garant Maschinen
HolwegWeber
SunHope
J.B. Machines
THE PARTNER WHO <span>KEEPS YOUR LINE RUNNING.</span>
THE PARTNER WHO <span>KEEPS YOUR LINE RUNNING.</span>

THE PARTNER WHO KEEPS YOUR LINE RUNNING.

MATCHED TO YOUR LINE SPEED

Whether you're forming trays or carefully assembling parts, you'll get adhesives engineered to bond at your production pace—fast or slow.

CONSISTENT, ISO-CERTIFIED QUALITY

Every batch meets spec, runs the same, and stays clean through the line, so your operators don’t need to tweak settings or troubleshoot mid shift.

RESPONSIVE, FIELD-TESTED SUPPORT

When something breaks, we’re there. You get fast answers and real support from people who know your machines and resolve issues quickly.

CUSTOM FORMULATIONS

We don’t guess. We match adhesives to your substrates, machines, and conditions to get a product that runs right the first time, every time.

SHORT, RELIABLE LEAD TIMES

Products ship from our Midwest plant on time every time. No delays. No scrambling. Just predictable orders that keep your production on schedule.

OEM-APPROVED COMPATIBILITY

With formulas designed to run clean on your machines, you skip trial-and-error, avoid jams, and get bonds that hold, no matter what.

FAQS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Your questions matter. Here are the answers to the most frequently asked questions about paper bag adhesives.

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Do you have adhesives that can help increase line speed?

Yes. We have adhesives specifically designed to boost throughput on modern paper bag machines by grabbing fast and staying clean at higher speeds.

What size of containers can I order?

Water-based adhesives ship in 5-gallon pails, 30- or 55-gallon drums, 275-gallon totes, or 4,000-gallon bulk tankers. Hot melts come in 35-pound boxes, 1,120-pound pallets, or 1,200-pound bulk bins.

What is the shelf life of your paper bag adhesives?

Water-based products last 6 months from the date of sale. Hot melt adhesives hold for 2 years when stored under recommended conditions.

How fast can we get product?

Most paper bag adhesives ship next day from our ISO-certified facility. We stock key formulas so your line stays supplied and ready to run.

Can you support us during trial and startup?

Yes. We send a sample, run the trial with your team, and stay engaged until performance is dialed in. You’re not left guessing or cleaning up.

consistent, reliable bonds are just a few steps away

talk to an adhesive expert

About your production needs. We’ll understand your processes, materials, application challenges, and goals.

Get a high-performance adhesive

We’ll provide custom-tested samples, optimize formulations, and deliver consistent bonding at your line speeds.

Enjoy worry-free production

With responsive support and high-quality adhesives built to minimize downtime, run efficiently, and deliver consistent performance.

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