Large area masking tape

high-temperaturehigh temperature-resistantfor precision work

Overview
Masking is a critical step in industrial manufacturing, directly impacting surface quality, process reliability and production efficiency. ADHETEC designs and manufactures adhesive masking tapes, films and stencils for aerospace, railway, automotive and other industries. Developed to withstand demanding mechanical, chemical and thermal constraints, ADHETEC masking solutions go beyond standard tapes. Through bespoke engineering and close collaboration with customers, ADHETEC delivers masking systems that integrate seamlessly into complex industrial processes.

Overview - Key benefits

• Meet highest quality standards
• Bespoke solutions
• Compliant with all requirements
• Precut shapes on demand
• Solutions integrated to your processes

Standard masking solutions
ADHETEC offers a comprehensive range of standard adhesive masking tapes and films designed to cover most industrial masking needs. These solutions are suitable for surface preparation, mechanical treatments, painting, varnishing and overspray protection. Available in multiple materials and adhesive technologies, ADHETEC standard masking solutions ensure reliable adhesion during processes and clean removal without residues, supporting consistent quality and operational efficiency across production lines.

Bespoke masking solutions
ADHETEC develops tailor-made masking solutions engineered to match each customer's specific processes. By combining adhesive know-how, materials transformation expertise and in-house testing, ADHETEC designs bespoke masking systems adapted to customers' challenges such as extreme temperatures, aggressive chemicals, abrasion, complex geometries or multi-step processes. This co-engineering approach allows customers to reduce rework, shorten process times and achieve higher quality levels.

Masking solutions adapted to various industries
Masking for aerospace
Aerospace masking requires absolute precision and reliability. ADHETEC develops masking solutions for operations such as surface preparation, painting, metallic coatings and chemical conversion processes. These solutions are engineered to withstand sandblasting, shot peening, anodizing, plating, thermal cycles and aerospace-grade coatings while ensuring clean edges and residue-free removal to support productivity and quality compliance.

Masking for railway
Railway manufacturing and maintenance involve large surfaces, varied substrates and demanding environmental conditions. ADHETEC masking solutions support complex technical operations such as surface preparation, painting, varnishing and coating. From interior elements to exterior car bodies, these masking systems provide reliable protection while adapting to complex geometries and large-scale applications.

Masking for automotive
In automotive production, masking must combine speed, precision and resistance. ADHETEC develops masking solutions engineered for high-volume processes such as painting, varnishing, sanding, shot blasting and coating operations. These solutions are designed to withstand chemicals and mechanical stress, while enabling fast application and clean removal to help manufacturers reduce process time, improve finish quality and minimize rework.

Masking for industry
Industrial masking applications are diverse, involving harsh chemicals, abrasive treatments and complex parts. ADHETEC develops masking tapes, films and custom cut-outs adapted to industrial processes such as chemical conversion, electroplating, thermal spraying and surface finishing. ADHETEC masking solutions are designed to integrate directly into customer workflows, protecting critical areas while maintaining process efficiency and surface integrity.

Technical characteristics / specifications

• Product types: adhesive masking tapes, films and stencils (standard and bespoke)
• Applicable processes: surface preparation, painting, varnishing, sanding, shot blasting, sandblasting, plating, anodizing, electroplating, chemical conversion, thermal spraying, metallic coatings and overspray protection
• Materials: multiple substrate materials and adhesive technologies available to suit different substrates and process conditions
• Resistance: engineered to withstand demanding mechanical, chemical and thermal constraints, including extreme temperatures and aggressive chemicals
• Performance: reliable adhesion during processes and clean removal without residues
• Customization: bespoke solutions and precut shapes on demand; tailored to complex geometries and multi-step processes
• Durability: designed for abrasion resistance and to withstand thermal cycles and aerospace-grade coatings
• Integration: solutions engineered to integrate seamlessly into customer production workflows to reduce rework and shorten process times