Tape Talk

Driving Defossilization in the Adhesive Tape Industry

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

From cars and electronics to packaging and construction, adhesive tapes are an essential part of modern manufacturing. Their carbon footprint has gone largely unnoticed, until now.

Accelerating Collaborative Sustainability in the Tapes Industry

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Afera is building horizontal collaborations with other European organizations to promote greater sustainability in the tape industry.

European Tape Week 2025 to Unite Industry Leaders in Thessaloniki, Greece

Thu, 29 May 2025 09:51:54 -0400

The European Adhesive Tape Association (Afera) will host European Tape Week at the Hyatt Regency in Thessaloniki, Greece.

Afera Plays Leading Role in Developing PCF Toolkit for Adhesive and Tape Manufacturers

Tue, 20 May 2025 08:48:46 -0400

Afera, in collaboration with the German Adhesives Association and sustainability consultancy Sphera, are helping adhesive and adhesive tape manufacturers assess the sustainability of their products.

Afera Unveils New Guidelines on Sustainable Use of Adhesive Tapes

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 08:12:19 -0500

Afera, the European Adhesive Tape Association, has released a new guidance document, "Sustainable use of Adhesive Tapes," as part of the work undertaken by the Advocacy Workstream of Afera’s Flagship Sustainability Project.

How Adhesive Tapes Support the Clean-Energy Transition

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Adhesive tapes used in the renewable energy market are increasing in demand, driven by factors such as technical advances and regulatory support.

Afera Releases Position Paper on Mass Balance Chain of Custody

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 14:33:37 -0500

Afera, The European Adhesive Tape Association, has released a new position paper on mass balance chain of custody as part of the work undertaken by the Advocacy Workstream of Afera’s Flagship Sustainability Project.

Embrace Change and Drive Excellence at Tape Week 2024

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400

With the theme, "Adapting to Change, Optimizing for Excellence," Tape Week 2024 will give attendees the information they need to navigate the latest industry challenges.

Afera to Develop a PCF Tool for Adhesive and Tape Manufacturers in Europe

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 17:40:05 -0500

The completion of a workshop series hosted by Afera and the German Adhesives Association paves the way for the development of a new Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) tool for adhesive tape manufacturers in Europe.

Connect, Collaborate, Cultivate: Strengthening Our Industry by Working Through Challenges Together

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400

PSTC is introducing Industry Partner Presentations at this year’s Fall Member Business Meeting to bring important voices into the conversation around pressure-sensitive tapes.

Afera Outlines Upcoming Events

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Upcoming events for the European tape industry include workshops, committee meetings, Tape College, and the association’s annual conference.

PSA Tape Companies Work Toward a Sustainable Future at Tape Week 2023

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Themed “Thinking Ahead, Bonding Together,” the Pressure Sensitive Tape Council’s (PSTC’s) second annual Tape Week delivered innovative solutions to challenges facing the industry.

Afera Launches 2023 Test Methods Manual

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Afera, the European Adhesive Tape Association, announced the launch of the 2023 edition of the Afera Test Methods Manual.

Bringing Tape Education to a Wider Audience at Tape Week 2022

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

After two years of postponement due to the COVID-19 pandemic, 437 people gathered May 2-5, 2022, in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., for the Pressure Sensitive Tape Council’s (PSTC) inaugural Tape Week.

Tape Solutions for Summer Renovation Projects

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Homeowners, DIYers, renovators, house flippers, contractors, and all building and construction pros alike can benefit from the properties of pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tape. Tape is effective for a broad range of applications.

Welcome to Tape Week 2022

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400

It is with great pleasure, excitement, and anticipation that we officially host our first Tape Week event this May 2-5 in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., with 500+ attendees from 100 companies and 10 countries expected. Representing both a reinvigoration of our historically successful Tape Summit and a refocus and expansion of PSTC’s reach, Tape Week is the only knowledge-building and networking event for pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tape professionals.

Educating Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive Tape Professionals

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500

To address the evolving needs of the workforce and in evaluating the role that the Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (PSTC) can play in encouraging the continued health of our industry, we launched PSTC Tape Academy. The academy serves as a resource for individuals on a variety of career paths and in different roles, in addition to those who are new to the field of PSA tape or considering making a switch to our industry.

Afera and FEICA to Step Up Collaboration

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400

FEICA (the European voice of the adhesive and sealant industry) and Afera (The European Adhesive Tape Association) recently announced that they intend to work more closely for the benefit of the entire industry.

Pressure Sensitive Tape Council: Forging a New Path

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400

In the last Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (PSTC) “Tape Talk” column and recent ASI Insider video, we discussed a number of topics, including our plans for Tape Week 2021, our adjusted strategy in light of the ongoing public health emergency, and the results of our record-attended Fall Member Business Meeting. Suffice to say, a lot has changed since then.

Afera Joins in Call to European Commission for Postponement of SCIP Database Notification Deadline

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400

A coalition of 40 industry organizations, including Afera (The European Association for the Self Adhesive Tape Industry), recently wrote a letter to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen calling for decisive action to solve implementation issues within the EU Waste Framework Directive (WFD), specifically the Substances of Concern in Products (SCIP) database.

Driving Ahead: An Update from the Pressure Sensitive Tape Council

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0400

At the beginning of the year, and even as recently as March, the extent of our shared health crisis could not have possibly been imagined. Very quickly, however, following updates from national and international health organizations and the federal government, everyone, including all of us at the Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (PSTC), began to make strategic decisions regarding how to not only navigate the perilous situation, but how to move forward.

Build (and Go) with Tape

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -0400

Summer is coming to an end. A lucky few of you are finishing up home renovation projects, while the rest of us are putting them off until next year.

Holding the Holidays Together with Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive Tapes

Wed, 07 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0500

As the holiday season approaches, millions of people will turn to pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tape to help check off their to-do list. From hanging decorations to wrapping gifts, PSA tape is a useful tool in a person’s seasonal arsenal.

Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives: Beyond Practical

Sat, 01 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400

Pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tape is known for its everyday practical uses.

Afera First Global Adhesive Tape Summit a Success

Fri, 10 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0400

Afera, the European Adhesive Tape Association, reported its first Global Adhesive Tape Summit included a sold-out program of market and technical lectures, a company visit of Neenah Gessner GmbH, and biennial international test method and standards committee meetings.

Understanding How Tape Works

Sun, 01 Jul 2018 14:29:00 -0400

Have you ever wondered how tape works? When a pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tape is bonded to a surface, many factors are involved; understanding these dynamics will help ensure that tapes are bonded correctly and perform as expected.

Tape Summit 2018 Discusses the Ins and Outs of PSA Tape

Tue, 01 May 2018 07:02:00 -0400

Chances are pretty good that you’re not losing sleep thinking about pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tape. But the fact is, PSA tape is everywhere—and the more you know about it, the better armed you will be. The Pressure Sensitive Tape Council’s annual Tape Summit can provide such learning and knowledge-building opportunities.