Non-Repulpable Tapes
High-strength splicing films designed for adhesion on difficult substrates in converting and packaging operations.
Reliable splices when standard tapes fall short
In many converting environments, standard paper-based tapes cannot adhere to coated films, poly-coated paper, extrusion coatings, or other low-energy surfaces. Our ARclad® Non-Repulpable Splicing Tapes are designed to meet these challenging conditions. They deliver durable splices under tension, heat, and speed while maintaining operational reliability across flexible packaging, aseptic, and lamination lines.
We understand that uptime, consistency, and material compatibility are paramount. These tapes allow converters and packaging operations to reliably splice specialty substrates without compromising production flow.
Applications for ARclad® Non-Repulpable Splicing Tapes include:
Product Overview
ARclad® Non-Repulpable Splicing Tapes use engineered backing materials such as PET, polypropylene, or other films and specialty adhesive systems (rubber-based or acrylic) tailored for adhesion on low surface energy and coated surfaces. This combination provides strong bond strength even under high-speed tension and in elevated temperature zones.
These tapes resist softening, slippage, or lifting across fluctuating process conditions. Their film-based backings provide dimensional stability and smooth surface profiles, ensuring consistent passage through rollers, dryers, or laminators without foldover or distortion.
We offer multiple constructions—single-face, double-face, ladder, tab, and butterfly styles, to support a broad variety of splice types, including flying splices, overlap splices, core starting, and finish splicing. Each variant is optimized for adhesion, shear resistance, and handling properties that suit modern converting lines.
Custom Support Built Around Your Process
Every converting line has unique substrate challenges, environmental conditions, and throughput targets. Our technical and development teams engage directly with your process engineers to analyze your substrate coatings, line speed, and thermal zones. Based on that data, we recommend or modify tape grades to match your particular requirements for adhesion, shear tolerance, and thermal stability.
We can support pilot trials and on-site splice testing to validate performance before full integration. Our engineering presence ensures we can assist you locally, from qualification and operator training to long-term support and performance tracking across multiple production sites.
Implementation and Technical Guidance
To obtain optimal adhesion, surfaces should be clean, dry, and free from dust, oil, or release agents. Apply firm, uniform pressure during tape placement to ensure full contact. Store the tapes in a cool, stable environment (around 70°F) to maintain adhesive integrity. Before full-scale deployment, we recommend line trials to verify splice strength, temperature resistance, and compatibility with your substrate and process conditions.
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