TPU - In Detail

Mdecor base film can be processed and transformed in our plants: polishing, lamination and printing are usual treatments for our products.

For other post processing techniques, we can support your needs to get the best results.

  

    Finishing

    Various surface finishes are available: rough, matte, glossy and embossed.

      •  Rough finish: rough (R) is the natural outcome of our manufacturing process and it is suitable for applications where Mdecor must be laminated or reworked.
      • Glossy or matte surface: surface finishes of Mdecor can be easily adapted to your needs. In our factory we can polish TPU sheets to transform R surface into perfect matte (M) or glossy (L) finishes. Our process is carried out in a press, so in a single step we polish both surfaces: you can decide if you want sheets with both sides matte (MM) or one side glossy and the other matte (LM) or both side glossy (LL).
      • Embossing: Mdecor can also be embossed with various textures.
        

            Composition with other materials

            You can combine Mdecor with different types of materials to create your original products.

              • Lamination: Mdecor can be laminated with many substrates including other plastic materials such as PC, ABS, PMMA, Acrylates, PVC and TPU itself as well as canvas, non-woven fabrics, paper and cardboard. If needed, TPU is compatible also with adhesives such us EVA, PVB, etc.
              • Technical lamination with other polymers gives different characteristics to Mdecor such as rigidity, thickness, scratch resistance or anti-stick properties and thermoforming.
              • Aesthetical lamination with colored or printed plastic films can modify the aesthetical appearance creating a wider variety of effects. We recommend not to use temperatures exceeding 140°C to avoid damages to the pattern.
              • Bonding: adhesives can be used to bond Mdecor on many substrates. We suggest to use epoxy or reactive polyurethane glues.
              • Welding: Mdecor is easily weld-able with high frequency, alternatively it can be hot air welded, for instance to canvas and fabrics.
              • Sewing: the tear resistance of Mdecor makes the material sewable without being ripped and torn.
                

              Cutting

              Mdecor can be easily cut to obtain all the shapes you want.

                • Cutting: Mdecor can be cut using normal tools such as cutters, scissors, punches, trimmer, shears, circular or band saws.
                • Laser cut: thanks to the absence of plasticizers, Mdecor can be also laser cut, even when it is laminated with other materials compatible with laser cut. Mdecor can also be laser engraved. Our R&D team can help you to find the right conditions for laser cutting.
                  

                Shaping

                Mdecor, alone or in combination with other materials, can be shaped by thermoforming and over-injection.

                  • Thermoforming: Mdecor can be thermoformed after laminating with rigid sheets of thermoplastic polymers such as Polycarbonate, Acrylates, PVC, Polyamides and so on. Those laminates can be thermoformed even with only a single mould. Thermoforming conditions can vary according to thickness, composition and complexity of the shape. Ideal processing temperature is between 120°C and 140°C. We recommend not to use temperatures exceeding 140°C for a long time to avoid damages to the pattern.
                  • Over-injection: Mdecor is also suitable for over-injection, notably with PU. We recommend not to use temperatures exceeding 140°C for a long time to avoid damages to the pattern.
                      

                    Print

                    Mdecor can be printed with different techniques to offer your own customization.

                      • Art Print: digital printing allows the production of all images with high quality.  We are equipped to answer all requests thanks to inks specifically developed for Mdecor. Protection by lamination with a transparent sheet of TPU is recommended. Our team of designers will be glad to support you to create your own pattern.
                      • Silk screen printing: we can print glitter and other special colours. Protection by lamination with a transparent sheet of TPU is recommended.

                        Handling and Storage

                        Easy to store.

                          Mdecor is made with aliphatic TPU at high light stability. Anyway, we recommend to store Mdecor in a horizontal position, in a dry environment and protected from direct light and heat sources, keeping paper sheets between to avoid any damage and sticking.