3M Automotive Division Releases New Acrylic Foam Tape for Primerless Applications – 3M EX4500 - Now Available at Strouse
WESTMINSTER, Maryland (PRWEB) January 19, 2015 -- As a 3M Preferred Converter, Strouse has access to 3M’s newest technology for automotive manufacturers – 3M Acrylic Plus Tape Series EX4500. 3M develops and manufactures innovative products for all industries and the EX4500 acrylic foam tape series has been designed specifically for automotive manufacturers that are bonding trim components.
Many acrylic bonding tapes require the use of primer to create the strongest possible bond. This often poses many problems for manufacturers from logistics to labor. 3M EX4500 series solves these problems by creating a strong permanent bond without the use of any primer.
Using a primer to apply adhesives creates several pain points for automotive manufacturers:
• Employee health issues when exposed to harsh chemicals
• Environmental issues
• Additional labor costs for applying primer
• Potential for quality issues due to the primer
• Added expense and design time for automation equipment and primer
• Appearance of the bondline
3M Acrylic Plus Tape Series EX4500 can solve each of these issues. Both sides of this double-sided acrylic tape utilize proprietary 3M technology, JLx adhesive. JLx adhesive bonds to MSE plastics and paints, as well as paints comprised of MVSS carbamate, epoxy/acid powder and 2K urethane, without the need of primer or adhesion promoter.
3M Acrylic Plus Tape Series EX4500 can be used for the following applications:
• Pillar Garnishes
• MSE Body Side Moldings
• Step Plates
• Vent Visors
• Chrome Appliqués
• Sensor Bonding to TPO Substrates
As a 3M Preferred Converter, Strouse has access to 3M Acrylic Plus Tape Series EX4500. This material can be converted into custom parts on a roll, as sheeted parts, or individual pieces for automotive assembly processes. Strouse can die cut this material to tight tolerance dimensions and apply a tab or extended liners to the parts for easy removal during assembly.
Strouse is a die cut adhesive manufacturer with over 25 years of industry experience. Serving the medical, automotive, military, appliance, and renewable energy industries, Strouse continues to innovate. With a quality management system currently registered to ISO 9001:2008 standards, Strouse not only has a commitment to quality but excellent customer service. A full team of design and development engineers allows Strouse to invest the necessary time and resources for each and every project. Located in Westminster, Maryland, Strouse can be contacted directly at 1-800-410-8273 or visit our website for more info at http://www.strouse.com
Nick Zgorski, Strouse, +1 (800) 410-8273 Ext: 129, [email protected]
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