3 Sigma is a leading manufacturer of specialty pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) products, with offerings that include three adhesive systems: hot melt, water-based/emulsion, and solvent. 3 Sigma’s diverse range of coating lines and methods provide a wide range of manufacturing flexibility necessary to meet the demands of the industry. 3 Sigma offers an extensive line of proprietary adhesive products extending into various markets and industries. 3 Sigma’s key markets are food and beverage, industrial/technical, business forms, tamper-evident, and medical. 3 Sigma’s product development specialists are highly skilled in designing the proper combination of product attributes and functional features that will ensure optimal product performance.
3 Sigma offers multiple adhesive technologies, including acrylic, rubber, urethane, silicone, and phenolic, and offers in-house custom adhesive formulations. Each of these highly specialized adhesive systems has its own unique bonding characteristics.
Adhesive Property
Rubber
Acrylic
Silicone
Cost
Lowest
Med/High
Very High
Tack
Med/High
Med/Low
Low
Temp Resistance
Low
High
Very High
Adhesion
Med/High
Moderate/High
Med/Low
Shear
Med/High
Moderate/High
Excellent
Solvent Resistance
Poor
Good
Excellent
UV Resistance
Poor
Excellent
Excellent
Plasticizer Resistance
Poor
Moderate/Good
Excellent
Low-Surface Energy Materials
Excellent
Poor/Moderate
Poor
High-Surface Energy Materials
Excellent
Excellent
Moderate
The highly experienced team at 3 Sigma will work collaboratively to meet the very exacting needs and specifications of each project. The team examines each project’s stringent requirements and seeks new, innovative ways to meet the current and future needs of the pressure sensitive adhesive market.