Abstract: A cutting mechanism includes a tensioned tape and a cutting assembly. The cutting assembly includes an edge for cutting tape. The tape is drawn over the edge to cause a rotation such that when a given rotation has been achieved contact forces between the tape and the edge cause the tape to be severed cleanly. The tape is preferably a filament tape. An apparatus for severing tape includes a taping device which contacts an object and applies tape to the object as the object moves relative to the taping device. A cutting assembly has a cutting edge disposed at an angle relative to a direction of motion of the object such that as the object passes the cutting assembly the cutting edge engages the tape and rotates to a position which severs the tape.

Abstract: A heat sealer includes a base configured to be mounted on a tabletop, a first jaw connected to the base, and a second jaw operatively aligned with the first jaw. An actuator is coupled to the second jaw to provide relative motion with respect to the first jaw. A heating device is coupled to the first and second jaws for heating the jaws to a set temperature to enable material to be contacted and welded when the first and second jaws are in a closed position.

Abstract: A heat sealer includes a base configured to be mounted on a tabletop, a first jaw connected to the base, and a second jaw operatively aligned with the first jaw. An actuator is coupled to the second jaw to provide relative motion with respect to the first jaw. A heating device is coupled to the first and second jaws for heating the jaws to a set temperature to enable material to be contacted and welded when the first and second jaws are in a closed position.