PVC tapes
These are high-quality adhesive tapes that provide an excellent base for printing. They are used for various types of packaging and are very popular among buyers. PVC tapes use an adhesive based on natural rubber. Its main advantage is that it sticks to almost any surface immediately upon application. PVC tapes have another practical feature – they unwind quietly and do not stretch. They are available in various roll widths and colours. They are distinguished by their high level of insulation and flexibility, which makes them ideal for use on uneven surfaces. They are often chosen by customers because they are highly resistant to abrasion and harsh weather conditions.
Paper tapes
Paper tapes are popular adhesive media with high strength. This type of product offers the same adhesive properties as PVC tape. The adhesive used in paper tapes, which is produced on the basis of natural rubber, is responsible for strong adhesion. Like PVC, paper tapes are distinguished by their silent unwinding. They are able to effectively secure the contents of packages. Thanks to their easy recycling, they are environmentally friendly products and are therefore increasingly chosen by shipping and removals companies. Unfortunately, paper-based adhesive media are not as versatile a surface for printing as PVC tapes. Raster layers do not come out as well as they do on PVC.
Polypropylene tapes
Polypropylene tapes are divided into several types. They are classified according to the type of adhesive used.
Acrylic polypropylene tapes
They are probably the most popular type of adhesive tape available on the market. These tapes use a water-based adhesive that works well on smooth surfaces such as film or paper. The adhesion of acrylic tapes increases over time. They are recommended for sealing lightweight boxes. They should be used in temperatures above freezing and in an environment without excessive moisture.
Hot Melt polypropylene Tapes
These products are based on synthetic rubber adhesive. Hot Melt polypropylene tapes are stronger than acrylic tapes, but inferior in adhesion to natural rubber-based adhesive tapes. They provide the greatest adhesive strength immediately after application. They are recommended for sealing medium sized boxes. Very often, Hot Melt propylene tapes are applied using hand-held dispensers. They make noise when unwinding, which can have an adverse effect on working comfort. They are relatively resistant to moisture, but should be used in temperatures above freezing.
Solvent polypropylene tapes
These tapes are distinguished by the fact that they use a natural rubber-based adhesive with high initial adhesive strength. They are most often used to seal packages and pallets of large size. This is the most expensive option to buy when it comes to packing tape, but it stands out as the best value for money. Solvent polypropylene tapes perform well on both smooth and porous surfaces. They exhibit high resistance to moisture and a wide range of temperatures, so they are used in various fields of industry. All types of Solvent polypropylene tapes are printable.
Printed tapes offered by TCM Service
TCM Service’s extensive range of adhesive tapes includes PVC, paper, and polypropylene tapes. The PVC tapes in the brand’s range are available as products with a total thickness of 53 µm (backing and adhesive). They are available in white, brown, and clear colours. TCM Service offers this type of tape exclusively with printing. The paper tapes on offer are available in brown and white. Their total thickness is 120 µm. This type of adhesive tape is sold by TCM Service exclusively in printed form. As far as polypropylene tapes are concerned, TCM Service offers products with Hot Melt and Solvent acrylic adhesive. The acrylic tapes are produced entirely in-house, ensuring that they meet the customer’s needs 100%. The company matches the product in terms of film thickness and amount of adhesive to its intended use. Acrylic polypropylene tapes are available in two versions – silent and loud unwinding. TCM Service prints on acrylic tapes using the so-called ‘sandwich’ method – the printing is located under the adhesive layer. This ensures that the pattern is resistant to abrasion on the outer layer of the tape. The Hot Melt tapes in TCM Service’s range are available in several film thicknesses and adhesive options (Hot Melt, Super Hot Melt, and Extra Hot Melt). Hot Melt adhesive products offer high adhesion. The Solvent polypropylene tapes sold by TCM Service come in a total thickness of 42 µm. Three colours of these products are available to customers – white, brown, and clear.