It’s no secret that boats require proper care and attention from start to finish – and that includes when in use and storage. But it isn’t as widely acknowledged that tape plays a major factor in rework reduction and finish protection.
Choosing a tape that performs well with low surface energy (LSE) materials can make or break your boat-building process right from the start.
Choosing quality masking and painter's tape is critical, as the durability of these products can create small efficiencies that add up to big savings over the course of a job by helping crews work quicker while preventing waste and rework.
Different types of adhesive fare differently when exposed to sub-freezing temperatures. The adhesive used to seal cartons is viscoelastic, meaning it has properties of both a liquid and a solid. Because of this, the adhesive becomes brittle and glass-like when...
HVAC tapes that have red print on them are typically UL listed tapes. But, this must be verified by reading the print on the tape - just because the tape has a red print doesn’t ensure that the tape is UL listed. The red print often provides pertinent details about...
Many HVAC tapes are pressure sensitive, which means pressure must be applied to ensure proper adhesion - delivering a permanent, lasting bond to the surface it is applied to. Failure to apply proper pressure during application of the tape could result in tape...
In theory, the case sealing process is simple: cartons go in, tape is applied, and sealed cartons are palletized for transport or storage. But in reality, application of packaging tape isn’t necessarily an exact science. It’s a delicate balance in which the...
The short answer...yes. Always consider what you are sealing when picking packaging tape. There are many carton types available, from the "everyday" corrugated carton to ecycled, thick, or double wall, printed or waxed options. No two cartons are the same as each...
Indoor air quality is the quality level of air inside a conditioned home or building. This relates to the health and well-being of the occupants, including comfort level. Your indoor air quality can be compromised if the HVAC system gets contaminated by foreign...
Packaging tape serves an important role in supply chains. Without the appropriate packaging tape, packages would not be sealed properly, making it easier for the product to be stolen or damaged, ultimately wasting time and money. For this reason, packaging tape is...
In HVAC work, tape has many uses: For seaming and sealing joints and connections on ductwork For additional sealing to mechanical connections where a tape may not be approved as a mechanical connector, For sealing and seaming insulation wrap on ductwork There are...
To the average person, packaging tape doesn’t require much thought, simply pick out something that gets the job done. On the packaging line however, the right tape can be the difference between a securely sealed carton and a wasted product. Knowing the difference...
In the HVAC world, full system closure is a hot topic among technicians. Watch this video to learn more about what it is - and why it's important to a job well done.
Mastic is a water-based paste that can be applied to seams in an HVAC system in order to help seal the system. It is typically used to fill crevices that an HVAC tape can’t reach, especially because of its peanut butter-like consistency, which allows it to conform...