3M is an inventive company manufacturing some the most innovative materials available. With operations in more than 70 countries 3M has sold products to nearly 200 countries around the world.
They produce materials that are utilized in a variety of business groups including consumer, electronics, healthcare, industrial, safety and graphics.
While serving these five business groups, 3M has increased its speed and efficiency by sharing technology, manufacturing, and other resources. They also offer custom manufacturing solution for the converter market.
Founded in 1902 in Two Harbors, Minnesota, 3M has manufactured advanced materials using their science-based philosophy that have helped millions of people around the world. They believe in a persistent pursuit of ground-breaking products while respecting the future generations by protecting the environment, social responsibility, and continued economic growth. Some of the materials manufactured by 3M include:
- Foam
- Adhesive Transfer Tapes
- VHB Electronic Foam Tapes
- VHB Tape
3M Polyurethane Foams are developed with a microcellular construction which stops compression and deformation. These high quality foams were developed to provide low out gassing as well as emitting low VOC in electronic devices meeting green goals. The premium polyurethane foams offer a long term resiliency in gasketing, sealing, vibration dampening and soundproofing applications. 3M offers die cutting and slitting for seals, gaskets and cushions with or without adhesive backing. They offer five types of pre-laminated formulations with excellent shear and peel strength. 3M is a progressive company that is always looking for new ideas to support their customers.
Another advanced material offered by 3M is VHB Electronic Foam Tapes. These tapes are essentially a thin layer of foam with pressure sensitive adhesives on both sides. This material is developed to bond a wide variety of low to high surface energy materials in the electronic industry. It includes applications such as LCM attachments, lens bonding and bezel bonding. The product was designed with high bond strength offering excellent impact strength while providing superior conformability. 3M VHB Tape is a proven alternative to rivets, screws, welds and other mechanical fasteners as well as being virtually indestructible.
3M is an innovative company that offers a wide variety of materials allowing unlimited design and application possibilities for designers. 3M is dedicated in offering only the highest quality materials to their customers. From customizable foams, adhesive tapes, and VHB tape for all your applications needs.