To apply double-sided tape to posters automatically, printed sheets are fed through a tape application machine that places measured adhesive strips on the back of each poster.
The protective release liner remains on the tape until installation. The final user simply removes the liner and presses the poster onto the intended surface, creating a clean and convenient ready-to-mount display.
Applying double-sided tape during poster production makes installation quicker and easier. The poster arrives with its adhesive already positioned, eliminating the need to measure, cut and apply separate tape at the point of use.
This method is suitable for shop-window posters, point-of-sale displays, promotional graphics and other printed materials that must be mounted onto glass, panels or display surfaces.
The main benefits include:
The correct tape must be selected for both the poster material and the final mounting surface. Temporary retail displays may require removable tape, while longer-term applications may need a stronger permanent adhesive. Testing is recommended before production.
Applying tape manually can be practical for samples and very small quantities. However, measuring, positioning and cutting every strip becomes time-consuming when producing repeated batches.
Automatic double-sided tape application places each strip according to programmed positions and lengths. This improves consistency and reduces the risk of crooked, uneven or incorrectly cut tape applications.
Depending on the poster design and machine configuration, one or more strips can be applied to the back of each sheet. Multiple applicators can also be used when parallel tape strips are required.
The process follows four main steps:
The poster can later be mounted by removing the liner and pressing the adhesive side onto the required surface.
A complete automatic poster taping system requires an applicator and a machine that feeds and transports the printed sheets.
The Borea automatic tape application machine can feed, register and transport posters through the application area. It can be supplied with a flat-pile feeder or a continuous friction feeder, depending on the poster format and production requirements.
Double-sided tape can then be applied using:
Estream uses a contactless process in which the tape is cut before being placed on the poster. This helps prevent the tension-related curling sometimes known as the “banana effect.”
For longer production runs, an Altor Verticale unwinder can be added to feed larger tape reels and reduce the frequency of reel changes.
The applicators may also be installed on another suitable printing, finishing or transport line, subject to technical assessment.
Why is double-sided tape applied to the back of posters?
The tape allows the poster to be mounted without visible fixings or separate glue. Its release liner protects the adhesive until the poster is ready to be installed.
Can lightweight paper posters be taped automatically?
Yes. For thin or delicate poster stock, a contactless applicator such as Estream can pre-cut and place the tape without creating the usual application tension that may curl the paper.
Can several tape strips be applied to one poster?
Yes. The number and position of the strips depend on the poster dimensions, mounting requirements and machine configuration. Multiple applicators can be used for parallel tape applications.
Is automatic application suitable for short production runs?
Manual application may be more economical for occasional samples or very small quantities. Automatic application becomes more useful when the same tape positions must be repeated consistently across regular production batches.
Can an applicator be added to an existing line?
Integration may be possible on a suitable existing line. The poster dimensions, material, transport system, tape positions, available space and machine controls must first be evaluated.
Send Macari Srl – Fidia your poster samples or drawings, sheet dimensions, paper type, required tape width and position, production quantity and details of any existing line. We can evaluate the most suitable automatic tape application configuration.