Attachment of gaskets & EPDM seals
EPDM in foam, molded or sheet form, is finding its way to more and more applications, including white goods. EPDM is a non-toxic, synthetic type of rubber that has gained widespread popularity for its excellent durability, great resistance and chemical compatibility properties. Besides the fact that EPDM rubber is one of the most waterproof rubbers available in the market, the material is also renowned for its excellent resistance to ozone, weather conditions, UV rays, and aging, making it a prime material for exterior applications.
EPDM and Rubber Gasket Solutions
Almost any appliance requires during its assembly-, transportation- or use temporary or permanent mounting of either EPDM seals, Rubber gaskets or Foam gaskets. They can be laminated to a wide variety of substratesn and die-cut to the exact size of gaskets & seals. That means quicker and more consistent application with less waste and contributes to a higher productivity. The lamination with these high tack adhesives also makes them easier to apply, translating into less labor.
For critical applications an adhesive with high temperature resistance can be selected. The growing need to industrialize production steps has proven that EPDM material lends itself to innovation and applications that push the boundaries of its performance. A key element is the seemingly unlimited variety of shapes and forms the material can be processed into for applications in an increasing variety of products.
Appliance adhesives
Our appliance tapes and appliance adhesives help to address the multiple challenges facing white goods. Be it the use of foams and felts, installation of membrane switches, or implementation of critical noise and vibration damping capabilities, an adhesive tape is vital to achieving the end goal. That’s why we’ve developed a comprehensive, growing, marketing leading suite of solutions designed to cater to a variety of bespoke needs.
An application with EPDM more often than not requires a constant adhesion level in order to achieve a proven and/or certified performance. The constant thickness of engineered adhesive tapes, from low to high coat weights, can deliver the constant adhesive layer thickness that is required. Such reliability gives greater certainty of a consistent performance that is sometimes hard to achieve with liquid applied glues.
Whatever your application requirement, we will work with you to find, tailor and deliver the right appliance tape to ensure leading performance in your products.
Attachment of displays
Here, tape solutions replace mechanical fasteners like screws for the mounting of display and control panels on appliances. Very often bonding to low or medium surface energy substrates is required. Tapes possess the ability to bond to a wide range of surfaces with the ability to accommodate high levels of vibration and to seal against environmental conditions. As with attachment of gaskets and seals, benefits include an aesthetic assembly for a clean and smooth appearance, that is easy to apply, with no drilling or damage to the substrate. There is no cure time required, offering the ability to handle immediately following tape application. The solution is durable thanks to the specially formulated adhesive and tape construction provides a strong, lasting bond.
A wide variety of other applications
Benefits of tapes for customers include:
- Easy to apply, without drilling nor damage to the substrate
- Helps reduce risk of metal corrosion
- No cure time required, ability to handle immediately following tape application
- Compatible with a high variety of substrates
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