Construction and civil engineering projects need to have high-quality, durable materials that will function properly for decades. From composite poles and beams to building reinforcements and more, it is critical to ensure that your products and materials are properly consolidated and laminated so they are long-lasting and durable. One of the best ways to do this is by using Dunstone Hi-shrink tape.
These shrink wrap tape solutions make sure that composites and resin systems for the construction and civil engineering industries are properly compressed, resulting in parts that are stronger, longer lasting, and meet the high-performance demands of construction and civil engineering. In this blog, we will explore the applications, benefits, and solutions of utilizing construction shrink wrap tape in your projects.
Benefits of Construction Shrink Wrap
Smooth Coverage
As the shrink tape shrinks, compressive forces are applied to the underlying composites and resins. This eliminates voids in the product, giving it a smooth finish. While this also depends on the compression force you choose, the number of tape layers, and the taping tension used, this is still a huge benefit of construction shrink wrap.
Proper Compression and Lamination
With the right shrink force chosen, the number of tape layers, and the taping tension, your composites and resins will receive the exact amount of compression and lamination needed to be successful in their applications.
Customization
Depending on what your application needs, your construction shrink tape can be customized to meet all of your needs. This includes choosing the right shrink percentage and sizes needed to fit all of your applications. Plus, you can alter the shrink force by changing the way you wrap your composites. The more layers of tape you add will increase the compression force and the degree of wrapping tension will also increase or decrease the compression force.
Applications of Construction Shrink Wrap
There are quite a few applications of construction shrink wrap, all of which are critical to the safety and function of different parts of construction projects. Some of the common applications include composite poles, beams, and supports on bridges, building reinforcements, and being used as an aid to resist weathering, rust, and corrosion in outdoor applications.
Construction Shrink Wrap Options
At Dunstone, we carry a wide range of Hi-Shrink tape options. From tapes that provide minimal to moderate shrink forces for thin-walled composites to tapes that provide maximum shrink forces for thick-walled composites, we have what you need. Explore some of our offerings here:
100 Series Hi-Shrink Tape
This heat shrink tape option is one of the thinnest on the market. It provides applications with minimal compressive forces and is ideal for thin-walled composites.
140 Series Hi-Shrink Tape
This shrink tape option is ideal for use on thin-walled composite parts and provides applications with a low to moderate shrink force.
200 Series Hi-Shrink Tape
The 200 Series is one of the most common heat shrink tapes used and is ideal for various applications, especially thin-walled composites that require low to moderate shrink force.
300 Series Hi-Shrink Tape
This shrink tape option provides more tensile strength and is ideal for larger composite parts with thicker walls that need a low to moderate shrink force.
500 Series Hi-Shrink Tape
Our 500 Series is ideal for use on thick-walled composite parts that require maximum compressive force and is commonly used on large composites.
HT Series Hi-Shrink Tape
This heat shrink tape is used to provide moderate compaction forces to materials in high-temperature environments.
X Series Hi-Shrink Tape
Our X Series is able to withstand the highest temperatures of all our Hi-Shrink tapes and is ideal for use on thermoplastics.
When You Need Construction Shrink Wrap, Turn to Dunstone
At Dunstone, we have provided various critical industries with the Hi-Shrink Tape they need for decades. From marine applications to sporting goods to construction, we have the solutions needed to ensure safe, durable, functional products and components. Not only do we carry various Hi-Shrink Tape and Tubing solutions, but we also can help you create a solution that meets your exact specifications if none of our options are quite what you are looking for.
If you are ready to get started, request a sample today.