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Tape101

One of the biggest missteps you can make in your adhesive selection process is assuming that all tapes are the same - which is why we're here to help you understand the differences.

Feeling a little lost about what all these terms mean? We've compiled a glossary of the most common terms using a variety of resources to help!

Get all the basics on adhesive tape - from learning exactly what a PSA is to the factors that help you determine the right one, our guide will get you started!

Datasheets for adhesive tape give you a lot of specs - and it's important to understand what all those numbers mean and how they apply to your selection process.

By asking a few basic questions you can ensure that you're picking the exact right tape for your application. Use our handy guide to help guide the way!

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One of the biggest missteps you can make in your adhesive selection process is assuming that all tapes are the same. So much goes into whether an adhesive will work for your specific application, and you should consider each factor when picking out an ideal product. It's important to match the properties of your adhesive to the needs of what you're bonding.

 

At Budnick.com we've always made it our primary goal to educate our customers as best we can, and our Tape101 eBook and learning center is the next step in that process.  We've outlined the basic steps to follow and questions to ask throughout the process of identifying an adhesive so you can approach each project with the knowledge you need to make the best decisions. Feel free to browse through the basics of tapes, or for a more in-depth overview, download our free eBook here!

Case Studies

Budnick has decades of experience developing application, product, and process solutions - read about some of our favorite solutions below!

Case Study Custom Printing

Budnick's flexographic printing capabilities were put to the test to create custom printed container seals for a leading packaging manufacturer.

  • The seals feature Budnick’s ability to combine static flexo printed images with variable printed data
  • Lot numbers were printed in both barcode and human readable for on four labels
  • The labels’ adhesive system sticks to multiple surfaces and includes a tamper evident security feature
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Case Study Converting Experts

Unable to obtain them directly from the manufacturer, a distributor turned to Budnick to supply and convert hook and loop dots.

  • Hook and loop dots would be used for promotional displays in a cell phone retailer
  • 3/8’’ diameter hook and loop dots were processed after laborious trial and error
  • Budnick provided the dots to the customer in pancake rolls as well as spools
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Foam Injection Venting Solution

An appliance customer came to Budnick in search of an alternative to a Permagum sealing compound-masking tape combination that was being used to seal metal casing gaps in a refrigerator during the PU foam injection process.

  • Adhesive stripes laminated to a non-woven fabric and covered with a release liner
  • Striped adhesive pattern ensures proper venting
  • Virtually eliminates foam leaks and re-work time
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