What are the different types of adhesive tape and their uses?
This article will discuss the various types of adhesive tapes and their specific uses in various industries and applications. From one sided to double-sided tape and different variations of such, learn about the different applications available.
One-sided Adhesive Tape
One-sided adhesive tape, also known as single-sided tape, is a versatile and essential tool in a wide range of industries. From construction to crafting, there are different types of one sided tapes that are designed to meet specific needs.
Double Sided Tape
Double-sided tape is a type of adhesive tape that is coated with glue from both sides of the film and it is designed to stick two surfaces, making it ideal for many applications.. It is often used in construction, automotive, and sign-making industries. in the construction industry, double-sided tape is used to join two surfaces together permanently, such as joining two pieces of drywall or attaching a cabinet to the wall. In the automotive industry, it is used for attaching trim and other decorative elements to vehicles. In nonwoven industry – it is designed to splice two different rolls in order to make the production efficient.
Masking Tape
Masking tape is a type of one-sided adhesive tape that is designed for temporary use and is easy to remove without leaving any residue. It is commonly used in painting, masking, and labeling applications. This tape is ideal for protecting surfaces during painting and other projects where you want to avoid getting paint or other materials on surfaces you don’t want it to. It is also great for labeling items or creating temporary signs.
Kraft Tape
Kraft tape is a type of one-sided heavy duty tape used for sealing cartons. Sealing cartons is usually made by regular BOPP packaging tape. Kraft Tape comes to make this application more sustainable – same sealing but with paper.
Multipack Bundle Tape
Multipack bundle tape is a low tack one-sided tape. It has a very special adhesive formula that allows not only to bundle a few bottles/ cartons together, but also to hold it firmly without damaging the outer pack. This tape allows the producer to use less raw material while replacing shrink wrap with bundle tape – more sustainable and very convenient.
Carry Handle Tape
Carry handle tape is a special one-sided tape used in various industries worldwide. Most common usage is in the food and beverage sector, but it is also widely used in the hygiene industry and many more. Carry handle tape production requires special technology which requires special slitting of spool, insert lamination facilities and many more. It also requires a very special adhesive formula that enables it to hold heavy packages (18-20kg) for at least 24 hours.
Conclusion and Takeaways
At Davik, we believe in providing high-quality adhesive tapes for all types of purposes. We offer a wide range of tapes that are designed to meet the specific needs of various industries and applications. Davik team not only offers shelf ready products, but also develops products especially for different customers – in terms of design, size, different materials used and also special adhesive formulas to match the needs.
Our team is dedicated to providing excellent customer service and is always happy to assist with any questions or concerns you may have. Whether you’re a professional in the food and beverage industry, hygiene, nonwoven, retail or may be a grower in a greenhouse, Davik has the tape for you. Trust us for all your adhesive tape needs.
