Bemis | Protechnic Innovation of Open Web Adhesives 

An open web adhesive is distinguished by its unique breathable structure. Unlike adhesive films, open web adhesives are designed to maximize air permeability.  

This new adhesive solution is done by a precise arrangement of adhesive fibers, creating a porous adhesive surface that facilitates the passage of air and moisture.  

Our aim is to significantly improve breathability compared to standard web adhesives. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Key Advantages of Open Web in Material Lamination 

The enhanced air permeability offered by open web adhesives gives several advantages: 

• Maintaining substrate performance : For materials that are breathable by nature or perforated such as technical textiles, foams, or genuine leather open web allow these substrates to keep their original breathability and soft feel, ensuring optimal performance. 

• Enhanced comfort: In applications where materials are in direct contact with people, such as automotive or aicraft interiors, breathability is essential for comfort. 

• Preserving natural qualities of leather: Especially for delicate materials like natural leather, the ability of an open web adhesive to enable faster activation with lower application parameters is a significant advantage. It preservs its natural feel, appearance, and longevity. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

More advantages to open web adhesive: Flexibility, Softness, and Efficiency 

While breathability is the main added value, open web adhesive offers other benefits that make it a performant and clever option for various applications : 

• Flexible and soft finish: The open structure of these adhesives contributes to a more flexible and softer bonding. This is perfect for applications that need to maintain the natural flow and suppleness of the assembled substrates. 

• Easy application: Engineered for efficiency, open web adhesives provide rapid activation times and can be applied using lower processing parameters.  

This will lead to increased production speed and reduced energy consumption. 

 

Markets of open adhesive web 

The unique properties of open web adhesives make them suitable for a wide array of sectors, including:  

• Automotive & aircraft interior: Meeting stringent automotive quality standards for interior components , offering enhanced breathability and durability. (Ex: seating with perforated leather) 

• Furniture:For a softer and more breathable upholstery solutions while making the end product appropriate and resistant to daily use. (Ex: sofa, chair, mattress etc.)  

• Acoustic insulation: Its open structure is perfect to maintain the acoustic performance of your material; it allows sound to pass through the assembly of web and acoustic substrate. (Ex: office acoustic panel, music studio acoustic panel) 

 

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Contact us: commercial@protechnic.bemisworldwide.com