High-Bond VHB™ and High Bond Foam Tape Application – Optimized with Our Automation Equipment

Structural strength, clean assembly, and long-term performance—applied with precision.

Why High-Bond VHB™ Tape?

High–bond VHB™ tapes deliver exceptional strength, durability, and fatigue resistance—making them a preferred solution in applications where long–term performance matters.

Manufacturers rely on VHB™ and High Bond Foam tape to achieve:

  • Structural bonding without drilling, welding, or fasteners 
  • Load distribution across bonded surfaces 
  • Improved vibration damping and environmental resistance 
  • Reduced weight and cleaner product aesthetics 

Straub Design equipment ensures these advantages translate reliably from tape specification to production reality.

Automated, Repeatable VHB™ Tape Application

High–bond VHB™ tape performs best when applied with controlled pressure, consistent placement, and carefully managed handling. Straub Design applicators automate the application process to deliver uniform, dependable bonding results—run after run.

Consistent Placement You Can Trust

Manual application of structural tapes often leads to variation in alignment, pressure, and bond integrity. Straub Design automation delivers repeatable placement for long runs, discrete segments, and multi–axis paths—without operator variability.

Controlled Apply Pressure & Contact

VHB™ tapes require proper wet–out to achieve full bond strength. Our systems are designed with tuned roller materials, compliant apply mechanisms, and controlled contact force to promote consistent adhesive engagement across the entire bond line.

Precision Feed, Cut, & Tension Control

High–bond foam tapes are sensitive to stretch and distortion. Straub Design systems regulate tape tension and feed speed to prevent elongation, compression, or misalignment—protecting tape structure and performance.

Clean Liner Management & Exposure Control

For applications requiring liner removal, Straub Design equipment can incorporate pre–strippers, liner rewinds, and low–force separation designs—exposing adhesive only at the correct moment in the process.

Built for Structural Integration and Repeatability

Whether used as a standalone applicator or as part of a fully integrated automation system, Straub Design solutions support high–volume, high–reliability VHB™ tape application in laminating, bonding, and final assembly operations.

Common Industries & Applications

Straub Design equipment applies high–bond VHB™ tapes across a wide range of industries, including:

Automotive & transportation

Appliances

Construction & Building Materials

Solar & Renewable Energy

Electronics & Enclosures

Industrial Equipment

Typical applications include bonding panels, trims, stiffeners, brackets, housings, seals, and structural features where durability and long–term performance are critical.

Designed for Your Tape. Your Product. Your Process.

No two VHB™ applications are the same. Variations in foam thickness, liner construction, surface energy, and bond geometry all influence equipment selection and process design. 

Straub Design works closely with manufacturers to ensure: 

  • Proper tape path and guide design 
  • Optimized roller geometry and materials 
  • Accurate pressure and tension control 
  • Liner handling matched to adhesive properties 
  • Programming aligned with your production sequence 

The result is structural tape application you can trust—engineered around your specific requirements. 

Let’s Improve Your Tape Application Process

Whether bonding automotive components, architectural materials, or industrial assemblies, Straub Design provides proven solutions for high–bond VHB™ tape application. From compact standalone applicators to fully customized automation systems, we help manufacturers achieve consistent strength, reliability, and efficiency.

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