Customer Overview
A Florida-based yacht manufacturer sought to maintain product quality while
improving operational efficiency due to economic challenges. They needed a high-performance alternative to their current premium masking tape to support continued production without
compromising quality.
The Challenge
The yacht manufacturer’s current solution was no longer meeting the requirements needed for the application, prompting the need for a masking tape that could deliver superior adhesion and performance without the risk of failure during demanding manufacturing processes.
Proposed Solution
IPG proposed two alternatives: OM (7.1 mil) orange masking tape and AM (6.6 mil) aqua masking tape. These options were selected to provide high adhesion strength and reliability, essential for the yacht manufacturer’s complex processes. After testing, the AM tape outperformed the competitor’s tape in adhesion, reducing instances of peeling or lifting during lamination. The transition to AM also enhanced production efficiency by eliminating rework, ensuring consistent, high-quality results.
IPG is owned by Clearlake Capital Group, a certified minority-owned business enterprise (MBE).
Results
By adopting IPG’s AM solution, the yacht manufacturer not only improved production quality but also enhanced operational efficiency. The superior adhesion and performance of AM significantly reduced the risk of tape failure, resulting in fewer disruptions and waste during production.
Conclusion
IPG’s AM tape provided a reliable, high-performance solution that supported the yacht manufacturer’s commitment to quality while
improving production efficiency in challenging economic conditions.
