Bonding technology in the service of precision and comfort
In modern vehicle interiors, adhesive tapes play a crucial role in achieving structural integrity, visual harmony, and acoustic comfort. IPT’s range of acrylic, foam, transfer, specialist, and TM (Thermal Management) tapes provides durable and reliable bonding solutions designed specifically for automotive applications. These products not only ensure strong adhesion and long-term stability but also contribute to vibration damping, noise reduction, and weight optimization.
Our bonding technologies are applied throughout interior assembly processes — from dashboards, door panels, and decorative trims to lighting modules and electronic components. They enable clean, aesthetic joins without visible mechanical fasteners, supporting the creation of lightweight, silent, and refined cabin environments that meet the strict standards of the automotive industry.
Applications
Self-adhesive tapes - use in vehicle bodywork
Cockpit and Center Console
Used for mounting control panels, displays, decorative trims, sensors, and ornamental strips. Acrylic tapes ensure strong adhesion to ABS, PC, and aluminum, transfer tapes enable thin and aesthetic bonds, while foam tapes compensate for stress and absorb vibrations.
With high resistance to temperature and aging, they maintain dimensional stability even under long-term thermal exposure. They allow component installation without screws, reducing overall weight and assembly time.
Tapes used:
- Acrylic Foam Tapes
- Transfer Tapes
- Foam Tapes
- Thermal Management
Doors and Side Panels
Used for bonding upholstery, panels, LED elements, and decorative trims. Foam tapes improve acoustic comfort, while acrylic tapes provide durable bonding in demanding conditions.
These tapes are resistant to moisture and temperature variations, preventing delamination during use. Their flexibility allows structural compensation under vibration and thermal expansion differences between materials.
Tapes used:
- Foam Tapes
- Acrylic Foam Tapes
- Thermal Management
Headliner and Upper Interior Areas
Used for securing wiring harnesses, sensors, microphones, and ambient lighting. Self-adhesive foams eliminate rattling and vibration, while thermal management (TM) tapes dissipate heat from LED modules.
Characterized by low VOC emissions, they help maintain excellent cabin air quality. They enable fast, clean installation without liquid adhesives, making them suitable for automated assembly lines.
Tapes used:
- Foam Tapes
- Transfer Tapes
- Thermal Management
Seats and Seating Components
These tapes enable the installation of heating mats, occupancy sensors, upholstery, and trim components. Transfer tapes provide precise bonding of thin layers, while TM tapes dissipate heat from heating systems.
Foam tapes provide flexible joints resistant to compression and material fatigue. These products meet automotive industry requirements for low odor emissions and long-term performance within –40°C to +120°C.
Tapes used:
- Transfer Tapes
- Thermal Management
- Foam Tapes
Decorative Elements and Ambient Lighting
Used for mounting decorative elements made of wood, aluminum, or plastics, as well as LED strips. Transfer tapes ensure invisible bonding, while TM tapes protect lighting components from overheating.
Acrylic adhesive systems offer high UV and aging resistance, ensuring aesthetic durability throughout the vehicle’s lifetime. They also allow precise alignment of decorative parts with varying surface textures.
Tapes used:
- Acrylic Foam Tapes
- Transfer Tapes
- Thermal Management
HVAC Systems and Acoustic Insulation
Used for sealing ventilation ducts, securing sensors, and installing acoustic or thermal insulation panels. Foam tapes absorb sound, specialty tapes protect against moisture, and TM tapes stabilize component temperature.
They feature high resistance to condensation and pressure variations within HVAC systems. Thanks to their damping and elastic properties, they help minimize airflow noise and vibration in ventilation channels.
Tapes used:
- Foam Tapes
- Specialty Tapes
- Thermal Management
Electronic Components and Functional Modules
TM tapes support heat dissipation from LED modules, sensors, and control units, while electro-insulating tapes protect systems from short circuits and overvoltage.
The use of thin transfer tapes allows compact assembly while maintaining high thermal efficiency. These products meet dielectric strength and temperature resistance standards required in automotive electronic systems.
Tapes used:
- Thermally Conductive Tapes
- Electro Insulating Tapes
- Transfer Tapes
Noise and Vibration Reduction
Applied at contact points between components (door panels, console, dashboard) to eliminate buzz, rattle, and squeak noises. They enhance interior acoustic comfort and structural durability.
These products conform to surface geometry, ensuring durable adhesion even on irregular substrates. They minimize component wear and eliminate micro-vibrations that could lead to deformation or loosening over time.
Tapes used:
- Foam Tapes
- Specialty Tapes
Advanced adhesive solutions for automotive interiors
IPT adhesive tapes are engineered to meet the diverse challenges of modern vehicle interior manufacturing. Acrylic tapes deliver high bonding strength to materials such as ABS, aluminum, and coated plastics, while foam tapes provide excellent vibration damping and dimensional compensation in panels and trim assemblies. Transfer tapes ensure precise and clean bonding in compact areas, including control panels, sensors, and LED modules.
In thermal and electronic systems, IPT offers TM (Thermal Management) materials – including thermally conductive and electro-insulating tapes – that support efficient heat dissipation and protect components from overheating. Specialist tapes are available for demanding applications requiring EMI/EMC shielding, antistatic performance, or chemical resistance.
By integrating IPT bonding technologies, automotive manufacturers gain cleaner assembly processes, enhanced acoustic comfort, reduced component weight, and greater design flexibility. These solutions ensure long-lasting performance, safety, and aesthetics — defining the next generation of smart, quiet, and durable automotive interiors.
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