Lamination Converting Services for Adhesives, Foams, & Flexible Materials

Lamination Capabilities at Rathbun

We specialize in industrial lamination services for adhesives, foams, films, and other flexible materials. We offer both hot and cold lamination methods and can laminate materials up to 60 inches wide. Our capabilities support a wide range of applications, including the addition of pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) as a base step for gasket and component fabrication. From prototyping to full production, we provide end-to-end support, including first articles, material selection guidance, and scalable manufacturing solutions.

Industrial Lamination Applications

• Gaskets and seals with pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) backing
• Insulating components for aerospace equipment
• Medical device components
• Vibration-dampening pads
• Thermal or acoustic barriers
• EMI/RFI shielding layers for electronic assemblies
• Custom adhesive assemblies for OEM manufacturing

Pressure Sensitive Adhesives and Other Materials Used for Industrial Lamination

We laminate a wide range of PSAs to various materials to meet the requirements of every order. Materials we work with in our lamination services include:

• Adhesive transfer tapes
• Bumpon
• 3M bonding tapes
• Polyurethane foam

• Other films and flexible substrates

We have the experience and expertise to cut an extensive range of materials. It is common for Rathbun to cut customer-supplied material in prototype development and full-scale production volumes.

Converting Services Commonly Paired with Lamination

Lamination services are often paired with our other converting capabilities to produce high-performing results that meet custom specifications. These services include:

• Kiss Cutting: Lamination is applied to materials before kiss cutting, allowing adhesive-backed components to be cleanly cut without damaging the liner, improving part handling and assembly.
• Rotary Cutting: Lamination is achieved as an inline setup during the manufacturing of rotary cut parts used in many industries, including medical and healthcare, aerospace, military, and more.
• Laser Cutting: Laminated materials can be precisely cut using laser technology, offering clean edges and tight tolerances for intricate or high-precision applications.
• Die Cutting: As with rotary cutting, lamination is incorporated into die cutting before cutting occurs through an inline hot/cold process.
• Slitting and Rewinding: Lamination services are constrained by the size of the material. Slitting and rewinding processes provide an ideal converting alternative for larger substrates.

All converting services are carried out on state-of-the-art equipment. We continually strive to improve our processes to increase your value.

Rathbun: Your Top Provider of High-Quality Industrial Lamination Services

Rathbun is committed to providing excellent products, expert converting services, and the industry’s best customer service. You will always speak directly to one of our USA-based representatives when you call us. Contact us today to learn more about our lamination services or other industrial converting capabilities. Request a quote to begin your order. An expert member of our service team will be in touch as soon as possible to find your best solution.