The new tape, tesa flameXtinct, which is already used successfully in the construction industry, is now also employed in the transport industry and in passenger transport. The special feature: In the event of a fire, these new adhesive tapes self-extinguish after a short time, and they are completely halogen-free.
To guarantee public health and property protection, fire protection regulations are of particular importance in many sectors, including aviation, rail transport, shipping, and logistics. These regulations set precise standards for manufacturing processes and all integrated materials, such as adhesive tapes, used in sophisticated assembly applications of various components. The use of flame retardants is an essential part of the fire safety standard because they may delay or reduce the spread of fire.
Thus, the tesa flameXtinct assortment was developed including targeted fire protection properties. The tapes meet all current requirements according to UL94 & FMVSS 302; they self-extinguish after a short time and are halogen-free. Therefore, in the event of a fire, less toxic smoke is produced, which is the main source of health hazards in fires. Also, by not using halogenated flame retardants, tesa is fully in line with international guidelines that are increasingly limiting the use of flame retardants containing bromine or chlorine.
tesa flameXtinct is currently available as fleece and film carrier, PE foam adhesive tape or as an acrylate core adhesive tape in various thicknesses. The assortment is suitable for mounting lightweight elements or permanently bonding components such as mirrors or strips.
The global launch of the assortment was preceded by intensive development work. Teams from different areas worked together at tesa in an agile project and evaluated approximately 150 adhesive recipes, one of which proved to be the most effective. Today, the portfolio includes seven adhesive tapes in different thicknesses and structures. The assortment will soon be expanded.
