In an era where sustainability is increasingly crucial, selecting the right materials for your projects not only contributes to better results but also ensures environmental responsibility. PPM is committed to providing high-quality adhesive solutions certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC®) and the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC). These certifications guarantee that the materials used in our tapes come from responsibly managed forests, making them a sustainable choice for various applications. Below, we explore some of our top products that carry these certifications.
FSC® Certification
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC®) certification is a globally recognised standard that ensures materials used in products are sourced from responsibly managed forests. This certification promotes sustainable forestry practices that protect ecosystems, respect the rights of indigenous communities, and help combat deforestation. By choosing FSC® -certified products, you support environmentally responsible and socially beneficial forest management. Let’s explore some PPM adhesive solutions that proudly carry this certification.
Painter's Tapes
2810 Blue Painter's Tape
The 2810 Blue Painter's Tape represents a versatile and reliable solution specifically engineered for indoor and outdoor painting endeavors. Its sturdy crepe paper backing, combined with a solvent-borne rubber resin adhesive, renders it particularly suitable for masking smooth or lightly textured surfaces, such as walls, trim, baseboards, tiles, and glass. The tape distinguishes itself through its exceptional mechanical strength and high conformability, guaranteeing a tidy and proficient outcome. Notably, it boasts remarkable UV resistance and is designed for residue-free removal for 14 days, making it well-suited for both short-term and prolonged masking requirements.
5025 Painter's Ultra Delicate Masking Tape
The 5025 Painter's Ultra Delicate Masking Tape has been meticulously developed for application on sensitive surfaces, mitigating the risk of damage often posed by alternative products. Its ultra-sensitive adhesive properties prevent bleed-through on semi-rough surfaces, such as plaster walls, or delicate surfaces like fresh paint and wallpapers. This allows for gentle and clean removal within a week of application. The tape is particularly suitable for indoor masking operations on common surfaces. Its capability to endure exposure to UV rays for up to a week without causing damage makes it an ideal choice.
Packaging Tapes
4040 Medium-Heavy Weight Paper Packaging Tape ECO
Our 4040 Medium-Heavy Weight Paper Packaging Tape ECO offers a sustainable solution with robust flatback paper backing, comprising over 80% bio-based materials. Its high performance and eco-friendly nature stem from the firm synthetic rubber resin adhesive, which is devoid of solvents. This tape is specifically engineered to seal medium to heavy-weight boxes, providing convenient unwinding and hand tearability. Notably, 60% of its raw materials are sourced from natural resources. Furthermore, it can be disposed of alongside the box in the paper bin without disrupting the paper recycling process, as confirmed by INGEDE certification.
4050 Heavy Weight Paper Packaging Tape ECO LINE
The 4050 Heavy Weight Paper Packaging Tape ECO-LINE, similar to the 4040, features a robust flatback paper backing and is composed of over 80% bio-based materials. This tape is well-suited for sealing medium to heavy-weight boxes, providing substantial holding power and facilitating easy hand tearing. With 60% of its raw materials sourced from natural origins, the 4050 tapes can be disposed of together with the box in the paper bin, ensuring it has no adverse impact on the recycling process, as certified by INGEDE.
Automotive Masking Tapes
3810 WR Superior Body Shop Masking Tape
The 3810 WR Superior Body Shop Masking Tape has been specifically engineered to meet the rigorous requirements of paint masking processes within the automotive industry. Its composition includes a durable crepe paper backing with a natural rubber adhesive, ensuring strong adhesion and clean removal without any residue. This tape is particularly well-suited for wet sanding and spray-painting operations, as it can withstand high drying temperatures of up to 120°C (248°F). Additionally, its thicker crepe paper provides excellent conformability, facilitating easy application on curves and contours. The tape's specially coloured backing also enhances visibility during the masking process, thus simplifying removal.
FSC®and PEFC Certification
PPM also offers a range of adhesive solutions certified by both FSC® and PEFC, ensuring that the forest products used in their production are sourced from responsibly managed forests. Here are some of our standout products:
Painter's Tapes
2040 Painter’s Premium Masking Tape
The 2040 Painter’s Premium Masking Tape is a high-quality adhesive tape engineered for a range of rigorous applications. It adheres effectively to various surfaces and facilitates straightforward and residue-free removal. This tape exhibits exceptional performance when used with overlapping tape, masking paper, and masking film. It is particularly well-suited for professional implementations within the painting and construction sectors, including spray painting under moderate temperatures up to 80°C for 30 minutes.
2520 Painter’s Utility Masking Tape
The 2520 Painter’s Utility Masking Tape offers a cost-effective and practical solution for general masking operations in painting, renovation, and construction. Engineered to endure temperatures up to 55°C, this adhesive tape is suitable for use in tropical or hot climates. Its solvent-based composition renders it compatible with water and solvent-based paints, facilitating a clean and straightforward removal process within 24 hours of application.
Automotive Masking Tapes
3500 Colour Body Shop Masking Tape
The 3500 Colour Body Shop Masking Tape is perfect for high-temperature spray-painting tasks and can withstand drying cycles up to 110°C. It has a semi-crepe paper backing and natural rubber adhesive, providing excellent holding power even when overlapping with masking paper or film. The tape's special colour backing enhances visibility during the paint masking process and ensures easy and clean removal within three days.
3610 Premium AquaColour Body Shop Masking Tape
3610 Premium AquaColour Body Shop Masking Tape is specifically designed for high-temperature spray-painting applications, capable of withstanding drying cycles of up to 110°C. Its semi-crepe paper backing and natural rubber adhesive offer exceptional holding power, even when overlapping with masking paper or film.
Packaging Tapes
4010 Entry Level Carton Sealing Paper Tape
The 4010 Entry Level Carton Sealing Paper Tape is ideally suited for the packaging of boxes and cardboard. Crafted from a robust hot-melt brown paper, this tape boasts remarkable tensile strength and slip resistance. With 40% of its constituents derived from natural resources, the solvent-free 4010 tapes can be conveniently disposed of with packaging, ensuring seamless integration into the recycling process, by INGEDE certification.
4020 Standard Paper Packaging Tape
The 4020 Standard Paper Packaging Tape presents itself as a cost-effective and user-friendly solution for sealing boxes in areas characterized by hot, tropical climates. A solvent-based adhesive that ensures steadfast adhesion and effortless removal, with 50% of its constituent raw materials derived from renewable resources. Similar to other PPM tapes, this tape is intended for disposal with the packaging, without impeding the recycling process. These examples showcase our range of adhesive solutions that are FSC® and PEFC-certified, assuring you of their sustainable quality. Find out our complete lineup of sustainable products and find the perfect balance of reliable performance and eco-conscious choices with our certified tapes.
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