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Practical advice from the team at AAB Industries. We manufacture packaging in Dubai and work with businesses across the UAE and the wider region every day, so these articles come from hands-on experience rather than theory.

Whether you are solving a packing problem, comparing materials before you buy, or looking for ways to cut costs and waste, our aim is to help you make a better-informed decision. From choosing the right tape or film to switching to more sustainable packaging, we break down what matters so you can pick what works for your business.

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A comparison diagram showing how high temperatures cause hot-melt adhesive to ooze versus stable acrylic tape performance..
  • Troubleshooting & Tips

Why Does Adhesive Tape Fail in Summer but Work in Winter?

Key Takeaways AAB Industries is a specialist in manufacturing and...

BOPP Tapes Explained Water-Based vs Hotmelt vs Solvent Adhesives.
  • Product & Material Guides

BOPP Tapes Explained: Water-Based vs Hotmelt vs Solvent Adhesives

Key Takeaways Choosing the right BOPP tape depends on your...

Why Is Ecocell Paper Wrap Making A Big Hit In The USA E-Commerce Industry.
  • Sustainability & Eco-Friendly Packaging

Why Is Ecocell Paper Wrap Making A Big Hit In The USA E-Commerce Industry?

Key Takeaways Over-boxing or inefficient fillers take up to 60%...

Save 20 on Your Energy Bills With Aluminium Foil Tape.
  • Industrial & Specialty Applications

Save 20% on Your Energy Bills With Aluminium Foil Tape

Air leaks caused by cracked or damaged ductwork can raise...

Ultimate Shrink Film Guide Choose Wisely, Package Perfectly.
  • Product & Material Guides

Ultimate Shrink Film Guide: Choose Wisely, Package Perfectly

Key Takeaways Choosing the right BOPP tape depends on your...

The Complete Guide to Masking Tape Uses, Types & How It’s Made.
  • Blog, Product & Material Guides

The Complete Guide to Masking Tape: Uses, Types & How It’s Made

Key Takeaways Choosing the right BOPP tape depends on your...

How to Avoid the Perils of Plastic-Based Packaging.
  • Sustainability & Eco-Friendly Packaging

How to Avoid the Perils of Plastic-Based Packaging

Key Takeaways Choosing the right BOPP tape depends on your...

Printed Tapes 101 How Does Flexographic Printing Work.
  • Product & Material Guides

Printed Tapes 101: How Does Flexographic Printing Work?

Key Takeaways Choosing the right BOPP tape depends on your...

Eco Friendly Water-Activated Adhesive Tape – The future of smart, sustainable packaging.
  • Sustainability & Eco-Friendly Packaging

Eco Friendly Water-Activated Adhesive Tape – The future of smart, sustainable packaging

Ages ago, paper tapes, or gummed paper tapes, were used...

Understanding Stretch Film Its Uses & How Is It Made.
  • Product & Material Guides

Understanding Stretch Film: Its Uses & How Is It Made?

Ages ago, paper tapes, or gummed paper tapes, were used...

Duct Tape 101 Technical Guide Is Duct Tape The Strongest Tape.
  • Product & Material Guides

Duct Tape 101 Technical Guide: Is Duct Tape The Strongest Tape?

Duct tape is one of the most handy pressure-sensitive adhesive...

101 Guide for Double-Sided Tissue Tapes How Is it Produced and Used.
  • Product & Material Guides

101 Guide for Double-Sided Tissue Tapes: How Is it Produced and Used?

Double-sided tissue tapes are a type of pressure-sensitive tapes that...

Pulp Fiction Debunking the Myths Behind Paper Tape & Sustainable Packaging Products.
  • Blog, Sustainability & Eco-Friendly Packaging

Pulp Fiction: Debunking the Myths Behind Paper Tape & Sustainable Packaging Products

While talking about sustainability, people often ask: how sustainable are...

The Enduring Appeal of Kraft Tape in the Era of Sustainability.
  • Product & Material Guides

The Enduring Appeal of Kraft Tape in the Era of Sustainability

In 2023, leaders and environmentalists gathered in Dubai for COP28,...

Transforming the Electrical Industry The Impact of Pressure-Sensitive Tape.
  • Industrial & Specialty Applications

Transforming the Electrical Industry: The Impact of Pressure-Sensitive Tape

Breakthrough news like the successful 1000 robotics surgeries done in...

Double-Sided Foam Tapes A Dynamic Solution Beyond Traditional Fastening Methods.
  • Product & Material Guides

Double-Sided Foam Tapes – A Dynamic Solution Beyond Traditional Fastening Methods

Binding, sealing, and joining have been integral parts of any...

Connecting the Dots Urbanisation, the Middle East, and the Rise of Speciality Tapes.
  • Business, Cost & Supply Chain

Connecting the Dots: Urbanisation, the Middle East, and the Rise of Speciality Tapes

Statistica notes a positive trend in the Middle East’s urbanisation....

6 Reasons Why Entrepreneurs Look for Sustainable Supplier Relationships.
  • Business, Cost & Supply Chain

6 Reasons Why Entrepreneurs Look for Sustainable Supplier Relationships

There is a common misconception that a business only relies...

The Packaging Evolution Why Adhesive Tapes Are Better Than Glues and Gums.
  • Business, Cost & Supply Chain

The Packaging Evolution: Why Adhesive Tapes Are Better Than Glues and Gums

Packaging, at any level, involves sealing. Various options, such as...

7 Surefire Ways Bopp Tapes Elevate Your Business Operations.
  • Business, Cost & Supply Chain

7 Surefire Ways Bopp Tapes Elevate Your Business Operations

Inefficient operations can cause businesses to lose anywhere from 20%...

6 Tips to Reduce Overall Packaging Costs Up to 20.
  • Business, Cost & Supply Chain

6 Tips to Reduce Overall Packaging Costs Up to 20%

Increasing sales is undeniably key to profit. Nevertheless, profitability does...

4 Must-Have Tapes For Every DIY Enthusiast – Fix Anything.
  • DIY & Home Projects

4 Must-Have Tapes For Every DIY Enthusiast – Fix Anything

From general repairs to complex fixes – a DIY enthusiast...

How to Install Carpets & Rugs Using Doube Sided Carpet Tape.
  • DIY & Home Projects

How to Install Carpets & Rugs Using Doube Sided Carpet Tape?

Carpets and rugs improve the aesthetic appeal of the area...

7 Moving Tips How To Pack For Moving To a New Location.
  • DIY & Home Projects

7 Moving Tips: How To Pack For Moving To a New Location

Moving to a new location is exciting, whether shifting to...

How To Store And Handle Fragile Items Safely.
  • DIY & Home Projects

How To Store And Handle Fragile Items Safely?

It is said that sellers and entrepreneurs can master the...

4 Reasons Why Adhesive Tape is Not Sticking Properly.
  • Troubleshooting & Tips

4 Reasons Why Adhesive Tape is Not Sticking Properly

There are a wide range of adhesive tapes available in...

Biodegradable Packaging Materials 6 Basic Types That You Must Try.
  • Sustainability & Eco-Friendly Packaging

Biodegradable Packaging Materials: 6 Basic Types That You Must Try

As per a study, 52% of British users judge a...

6 Types of Biodegradable Packaging Materials.
  • Sustainability & Eco-Friendly Packaging

6 Types of Biodegradable Packaging Materials

Biodegradable Packaging materials are gaining increased traction in today’s world...

Top 6 Reasons to Shift to Biodegradable Packaging Materials.
  • Sustainability & Eco-Friendly Packaging

Top 6 Reasons to Shift to Biodegradable Packaging Materials

100 years is surely a big period one can ever...

The Strength And Durability Of Cross Filament Tape For Heavy-Duty Packaging.
  • Industrial & Specialty Applications

The Strength And Durability Of Cross Filament Tape For Heavy-Duty Packaging

Bundling, strapping, and heavy-duty packaging need a reliable tool to...

Aluminum Tape For HVAC Optimization and Insulation at AAB.
  • Industrial & Specialty Applications

Aluminum Tape For HVAC Optimization and Insulation

HVAC optimization and insulation of similar equipment and rooftops can...

The Uses And Benefits Of Aluminum Tapes In Construction And Industrial Applications.
  • Industrial & Specialty Applications

The Uses And Benefits Of Aluminum Tapes In Construction And Industrial Applications

No one had any idea that a tape that was...

5 Steps DIY Guide- banner.
  • DIY & Home Projects

5 Steps DIY Guide: How to use Masking Tape for Painting Your Home

Painting your home can surely uplift the overall appearance of...

Masking Tape Type and Uses AAB.
  • Product & Material Guides

The Ultimate Guide for Masking Tape: Types and Uses

By Application: General purpose masking tape – you can use...