They join and seal components, or equalize heights: double-sided self-adhesive die-cut parts are true multi-talents, increasingly replacing screws as a heavyweight among traditional fastening methods. That’s because they have a weighty advantage: the pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) they use are functional featherweights offering a wide variety of design, processing, and savings options, including cost, material, and cycle time. Their uses are as customizable and versatile as adhesive parts themselves. Here’s a sneak peek at how they work in the field.
For starters, let’s note that the good old screw hasn’t outlived its usefulness. But in industrial settings, where “lighter and smaller” is the name of the game and every ounce counts, adhesive joining techniques are increasingly serving as innovation drivers.