News – SELF Self-Adhesive Products

SELF USA TAPES to Exhibit at PACK EXPO International 2026 in Chicago

We are pleased to announce that SELF USA TAPES will be exhibiting at PACK EXPO International 2026, one of the world's leading trade shows for the packaging and processing industries, taking place in Chicago, Illinois (USA). You can find us in the West Hall, Booth W-40114, where our team will be delighted to welcome customers, distributors, partners and industry professionals to showcase our latest technical self-adhesive tapes and industrial application solutions. PACK EXPO International brings together thousands of companies and professionals from around the world, making it the ideal place to discover the latest industry innovations, create new business opportunities […]

SELF Strengthens Its Presence in the Americas with the Opening of a New Distribution and Converting Center in Michigan

SELF is pleased to announce the opening of its new distribution and converting center in Chesterfield, Michigan (USA), which began operations in January 2026. This strategic investment reinforces our commitment to providing customers throughout the Americas with faster service, greater local inventory availability, and adhesive tape solutions tailored to their specific needs. Located in one of the most important industrial regions of the United States, this new facility serves as a key logistics hub for the distribution and converting of our pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes, supporting customers across the United States, Canada, and South America. Thanks to this local presence in […]

EMICODE®-Certified Adhesive Tapes for Passive House and Sustainable Construction

Self references C1425, C1105-A, C1105 Express, C1289 and 3030 contribute to more efficient, healthier and more environmentally responsible construction. Sustainable construction increasingly requires materials that combine high technical performance, energy efficiency and respect for users’ health. In this context, EMICODE®-certified adhesive tapes have become a key solution for Passive House projects and high energy-efficiency buildings, where airtightness, indoor air quality and sustainability are essential factors. In addition to ensuring durable and effective sealing, modern construction materials must minimise emissions into the indoor environment. For this reason, EMICODE®, internationally recognised as a reference certification for the evaluation of volatile organic compound […]

LOW VOC & FOG adhesive tapes for automotive interiors

At SELF, we continue to invest in innovation, quality and the development of adhesive solutions increasingly adapted to the demanding requirements of the automotive industry. As a result of the work carried out by our R&D department, we have developed a new range of LOW VOC & FOG adhesive tapes, designed to provide low emissions, low condensable substances and low odour, in compliance with the VDA 278 standard. This standard is a key reference in the automotive sector for evaluating emissions from materials used inside vehicles. Thanks to their specific formulation, our adhesive tapes achieve values significantly below those commonly […]

EMICODE EC1-PLUS certification for our Ref. C1425

We are pleased to announce that our product C1425 has obtained the EMICODE EC1-PLUS certification, the most demanding standard in terms of low emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOC). This recognition adds to those already achieved by our products C1105-A and C1105 Express, also certified with EMICODE EC1-PLUS. With the evolution of C1425, we have gone one step further, reinforcing our commitment to sustainability and innovation. C1425, already part of our product range, has been improved to remain aligned with market demands and our ongoing commitment to innovation. The result is a highly sustainable product, designed to contribute to improved […]

Properties of acrylic adhesives

Acrylic adhesives are one of the most widely used adhesive systems in the manufacturing of industrial self-adhesive materials thanks to their excellent balance between adhesion, resistance, and durability. This type of adhesive is composed of cross-linked acrylic polymers. Polymers are macromolecules formed by long chains of monomers bonded together through highly stable chemical bonds. The cross-linked structure of acrylic adhesives provides high internal cohesion, allowing very stable adhesive performance even under demanding conditions. Thanks to these properties, acrylic adhesives offer excellent performance in industrial applications, technical labeling, adhesive tapes, laminates, and permanent bonding solutions. Main Characteristics of Water-Based Acrylic Adhesives […]

SELF Will Be Exhibiting at FOAM EXPO Detroit 2026

At SELF, we remain committed to staying close to our customers and expanding our international presence. That is why we are pleased to announce our participation in FOAM EXPO Detroit, one of the leading events for the technical foam, advanced materials, adhesives, converting, and manufacturing industries. The exhibition will take place this June in Novi, Michigan, bringing together manufacturers, converters, engineers, buyers, and industry professionals looking for the latest innovations in materials, processing technologies, and production solutions. FOAM EXPO provides an excellent opportunity to discover SELF’s capabilities and learn firsthand how we help customers tackle increasingly demanding projects through high-quality […]

Customized Construction Tapes: Turn Every Installation into a Branding Opportunity

In the construction industry, product quality is essential, but brand visibility is equally important. Every day, thousands of meters of technical tapes are installed in building envelopes, façades, roofing systems, windows, insulation projects, and construction sites around the world. Why miss the opportunity to use that space to promote your brand? At SELF, we specialize in the manufacture of technical tapes for construction and offer a wide range of customization options that allow your brand to be visible on every project, strengthening your market presence and clearly differentiating you from the competition. A customized tape does much more than perform […]

SELF® C1289 - High Adhesion and Plasterable Tape for Construction

The new SELF® C1289 has been developed to meet the technical demands of the construction and professional installation sectors. It is a single-sided, high-adhesion adhesive tape specially designed for sealing and bonding breathable membranes, as well as for applications requiring durable fixation, environmental resistance, and a clean aesthetic finish. Manufactured with a technical black non-woven polypropylene backing, SELF® C1289 can be plastered over after installation, allowing perfect integration into construction systems where visual appearance is essential. Thanks to its modified acrylic high-tack adhesive, it provides excellent adhesion even on irregular surfaces and complex materials, ensuring a secure and long-lasting seal. […]

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Differences between solvent-based and water-based acrylic adhesives

Acrylic adhesives are one of the most widely used adhesive systems in the self-adhesive tape industry due to their excellent balance between adhesion, durability, and resistance. Within this category, the two most common types are solvent-based acrylic adhesives and water-based acrylic adhesives. When selecting a technical adhesive tape, it is important to understand the differences between these two adhesive systems, as each offers specific properties depending on the application, working conditions, and technical requirements of the final product. Solvent-Based Acrylic Adhesives Solvent-based acrylic adhesives are composed of acrylic polymers dissolved in petroleum-based solvents. This type of adhesive stands out mainly […]