Expertise and collaboration
for future-proof appliances
Adhesive tape solutions for the appliance industry

Step by step, side by side: Together
towards future-proof appliances
The demand for forward thinking in the appliances industry
has never been greater – from improved sustainability toinnovative technical solutions. At tesa, our adhesive tapesolutions can help your teams meet these challenges. By
collaborating with manufacturers, we progress faster; bysharing the journey we create a ripple effect, where one
innovation leads to another.

From refrigerators to ovens, from freezers to dishwashers,and washing machines to commercial appliances - ourrange of adhesive tape solutions can be found throughout
the industry. The types of application are just as varied –mounting, venting, protecting and securing during transportation. Every solution is at the leading edge of technical capability and can help your appliances become future-proof.

Collaboration
Partnership is in our DNA at tesa. We have always found collaboration to be themost productive way forward. One of the best demonstrations of this are ourCustomer Solution Centers. These dedicated sites in Europe, USA, and China, arewhere our experts will work alongside your teams to find or develop the perfect tapeand application solutions for your needs – wherever you are located in the world.

Take a look at how we can work together to discover what‘s possible:

Together with our appliance customers, we focus on three key topics:
Innovation, sustainability, and collaboration
Innovation
Every challenge has a solution; all it takes is creativity. We are passionate
advocates of innovation. From new materials to new designs and new applications,
we are always thinking of fresh ways to meet our clients’ needs. Our innovative
portfolio includes UV curing adhesives and flame-retardant tapes, ultra-thin andultra-strong bonding tapes, thermally conductive and removable solutions, just toname a few.

Sustainability
At tesa, we are strongly committed to sustainability, both in how we operate as acompany and the products we develop. From emission reduction to responsible
sourcing, rethinking materials to pushing circularity, we are a reliable partner increating tailored, future-proof adhesive solutions for industry.

Product recommendation
No two projects are the same. Environmental conditions, substrate choice, and method of application all
require different approaches. We will identify the key specifications of your project and conduct the necessary laboratory tests to ensure the tape we recommend is perfect for your needs.

Certification
To guarantee safety and quality, many industrial processes require certification for bonded assemblies.
Our Customer Solutions Centers can either identify pre-certified tapes for your needs, or support in thecertification of a new tailor-made product.

On-site support
If it is feasible, our engineers always prefer to visit your manufacturing facility before recommending atape. That way they can identify any environment factors that may need to be considered. Once thesolution is implemented, our engineers will revisit you to help refine the application process.

Take a look at some of our innovative solutions which can also contribute to sustainability targets:Training
To help your team get up to speed with tape adhesive solutions we run a series of workshops in our centers – or if you prefer, at your production facility. Here, our experts will explain the characteristics andbenefits of a wide range of tapes and how they can transform your process.
Design for repairability & recovery
tesa® Bond & Detach enables
secure bonds but also removability of components for repair, repositioning during assembly, andrecovering valuable parts at theend of an appliance’s life cycle.
With these features, it has provento promote more sustainableapplications in other markets weare supplying.

Design for less waste
Our ‘tesa® 64280 thin & strong’strapping tape combines extreme
holding strength with excellent
removability and a significant
saving in material (tape width andthickness). The result? Lessdamaged goods in transit and lesswaste.

More sustainable packaging
Our range of film-based andpaper-based carton sealing tapes
feature more sustainable content
and high-performance reliability.
The paper-based versions arerecycling-friendly according to
INGEDE Method 12.

Design to support energy saving
Our optically clear adhesives forinvisible bonding are an example
of supporting energy saving
innovations such as glass
windows in fridges and ovens,which reduce the frequency andamount of time the doors are
opened - helping the applianceoperate more efficiently.

Application
For maximum performance, our tapes must be applied correctly. Our centers provide the training andthe tools to ensure that the tapes are fully integrated into your production process.

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Solutions for commercial appliances

Discover the many ways our adhesive tape range can enhance designs, facilitate production efficiency, and ensure safe
transportation. Please contact us with your specific requirements to find a tailored solution.
Adhering coils

Fresh solutions for refrigerating appliances

Display
mounting

Mounting ofemblems

Adhering
coils

Clean solutions for laundry appliances and dishwashers

Mounting ofcontrol panels

Transport securingof doors and shelves

Mounting of displays
and membrane switches

Evaporator mounting

Fixing of smallparts

Mounting of
bumper rails

Fixing of small parts

Mounting ofemblems
Evaporator
mounting

Mounting of control
panelsVacuum insulation
panel mounting

Deco glassmounting

Decorative
trim mounting

Durable concepts for modern kitchens
Mounting of reinforcement bars

Fixing of small parts

Mounting of
decorative trims

Mounting ofglass doors

Solutions for transport securing

Surface protection

Foaming process applications for refrigerating and commercial appliances

Mounting ofmembraneswitches

Transport securingof cooktops

Transport securingof shelves and bins

Transport securingof doors

Air permeability and venting
To prevent PU foam from squeezingout while still allowing for air flow

Hole covering
To prevent PU foam from squeezingout and to help the appliance operate
at maximum efficiency

Gap covering
Covering gaps and joints to prevent
PU foam from squeezing out during
injection

Reinforcement
Using tape to reinforce joints holds
the form tightly together during
foaming

Mounting ofdesign panels

Mounting of displays
and control panels

Challenge us with your specific adhesive needs. We would love to contribute to your future developments with
our profound adhesive expertise in appliance markets and also as experts in electronics manufacturing andmany other industries. Our experts relish a challenge and work closely with manufacturers to create individual
solutions with our adhesive tape technology. During development we will rigorously test each solution to ensure it meet your specific requirements. Let’s share the journey and partner up for the appliances of tomorrow.

tesa® products prove their impressive quality day in, day out in demanding conditions and are regularly subjected to strict controls. All technical information and data above
mentioned are provided to the best of our knowledge on the basis of our practical experience. They shall be considered as average values and are not appropriate for a specification. Therefore tesa SE can make no warranties, express or implied, including, but not limited to any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
The user is responsible for determining whether the tesa® product is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for the user’s method of application. If you are in any doubt, ourtechnical support staff will be glad to support you.

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Certifications
Our company is focused on international quality, environmental,and occupational safety standards.
Please find more information regarding our certifications at:
www.tesa.com/certifications

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