Instructions / Assembly

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Usage and Fabrication Guidelines
Glues and Adhesives There are a variety of solvent-based glues and adhesives in the market
that can be used bonding Foam to itself and other materials. For best
results, InteFoam sheets must be dry, clean and free of oil or grease.
MEK (Methyl Ethyl Ketone). THP (Tetra Hydro Furan) or common PVC
pipe glues work well. Make sure glue joints have a close fit tolerance.
Spray adhesives work well for light duty applications such as mounting
photographs and other lightweight graphics. Contact, rubber, epoxy and
urethane based adhesives work well with specific non-PVC substrates.
PHOTO MOUNTING AND LAMINATING
Foam is a tough, abuse-resistant substrate that can be used for photo
mounting and the transfer of film overlays. It has many advantages over
known materials, such as MDO, cardboard and paper backed foams.
Corners remain true during tough handling. It can be stripped,
repositioned, salvaged and reused in case of an error. Once laminated,
it can be worked using stand methods of further conversion.
There are many methods for mounting and laminating that vary
according to the type of adhesive used and whether it is done manually
or using presses. Pressure sensitive spray adhesives or transfer adhesive
films with resin coated papers that can be peeled from the adhesive
work well for photo mounting and laminating.
The use of a laminating machine may be required for removing air
bubbles caused during the mounting process. To perform this function, it
is recommended to use between 10 to 15 psi of surface pressure to
prevent distortions of the photo or the laminate being mounted. Please
refer to Table 3 for pre-approved adhesives for photo mounting and
laminating.
Note:
Sheets largely covered by laminates, vinyl film, carpet, paints, etc., may
deflect when exposed to direct sunlight or sustained heat due to the
expansion and contraction differential of the covering material and the
Foam substrate. Covering should be done with caution and due
consideration of the environmental conditions. In-place testing is always
recommended.
Table 3 Adhesives for Photo Mounting
Manufacturer’s Name
Trade Name
Type of Adhesive
Radiant Technology
Surestik SS2203
Double coated polyester tape with acrylic adhesive
Seal Products
ProBond
Spray adhesive