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If you’re a design engineer, a 3M converter partner can help improve the appearance, manufacturing process and performance of your appliances with custom die cut adhesive bonding tape solutions plus application expertise to help take your ideas from concept to production faster.

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Appliance Tape for Manufacturing Appliances

Talk to a 3M converter partner and find out what they can do to help improve your process, productivity and appliance design.

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Explore Appliance Solutions

Select an area of the appliance to see how converted 3M adhesive solutions can help.

Refrigerators

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Washers

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New energy rules and a major shift from top-loading to frontloading models are changing the game in washer design. Quieter operation, odor-prevention capabilities, steam features and even dust mite elimination are just a few of the latest innovations that designers are building in—with the help of 3M technologies.

Dryers

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Dryers have come a long way from their days of doing dirty, dusty basement duty. Now consumers are looking for stylish design, energy efficiency and a host of other features to help make wardrobe management faster and easier.

Ovens/Cooktops

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Despite their history as utilitarian food preparation tools, ovens and cooktops are changing rapidly. From digital touch screen controls to ceramic or glass surfaces and magnetic induction heating, these kitchen necessities are undergoing a renaissance in design limited only by the imagination of designers.

Dishwashers

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Noisy, oversized and clumsy, dishwashers of the past were always more helpful than beautiful. Now a new generation of demanding consumers are forcing designers to give these homely kitchen workhorses a technological makeover. Enter the beautiful, quiet, stylish dishwasher, brought to you in part by 3M technologies.

Shipping/Packaging

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A well-designed appliance deserves a well-thought-out packaging and shipping strategy to help keep it in perfect condition, from the manufacturing floor all the way to your customers’ homes. 3M industrial adhesives and tapes are easy to integrate into your processes and cover every area of your product including surfaces, accessories, accompanying papers, drawers, shelving and more. That means fewer damaged products and more satisfied customers.

What can a 3M converter partner do for you?

Drive Efficient Manufacturing

Improve your production process with specific solutions to fit almost any manufacturing requirement—3M converter partners can provide cost-effective solutions with high-quality results.
Simplify Assembly Process

Expedite your appliance production line and manufacturing with die-cut tape solutions from a 3M converter partner.
Customize Gasketing

3M converted tapes can be custom-cut to ensure a precise fit with a quality seal for leak-free bonding around your gaskets.
Secure Labeling

Ensure a long-lasting, permanent hold for important instructional and warning information with 3M converted adhesive labels.
Overlay Graphics and Nameplates

Give your appliances a sharp, modern look that lasts with graphics or branding applied with converted 3M adhesives customised for your application.
Assemble Control Panels

Get the adhesive performance you need in the shape your design demands with a 3M Converter Partner’s help.
Attach Decorative Trim

The adhesive power of converted 3M tapes paired with a precise design can help give your appliance a seamless look that lasts.

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Why choose 3M tapes, labels and adhesives?

3M tape adhesives can help you overcome your appliance design challenges and achieve your product goals.

Protect, Bond, Hold, Shield and Seal

Ensure your appliance product is the best it can be—and that it stays that way long after it’s installed in your customer’s home.
Achieve Sustainability

A 3M converted solution can help you use less material and eliminate waste in your process, making the sustainable choice an easy choice.
Integrate Electronics and Smart Technology

3M adhesive tape technology helps to improve your production process. Ensure the best performance for all modern appliance features.
Enhance Efficiency

Fewer steps. Less mess. Shorter production times. It’s possible when you simplify your process with a converted 3M tape adhesive solution.
Address Noise, Vibration & Harshness and Insulate

Acoustic issues? Think tape. Reducing NVH and insulating your appliance are all possible with a precision-fit tape adhesive solution from a 3M converter partner.
Improve Design Aesthetics

Achieve an impossibly sleek, seamless and modern appearance for your appliance by applying the right customised 3M tape adhesive solution.

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Why choose a 3M converter partner?

3M converter partners offer adhesive and design expertise, innovative technologies and valuable support. You can improve your appliance production process with limitless design possibilities and get effective results with the help of a 3M converter. Watch the video to learn how.

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Find the right product for your application

Whether you’re assembling parts for the next step or creating the perfect label for your customer, our team can help you find the right 3M solution for the job.

Thin Bonding Products

Tell us what substrates you need to bond and we’ll provide a short list of 3M products to consider and test.
Durable Label Material Products

Tell us about your print method, facestock, substrate and color preferences to find the best 3M label products for your job.

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Not sure where to start? You can always start by contacting us to explore how converted 3M bonding tapes could be the ideal solution for your product design challenge.

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Appliance Solutions

What can a 3M converter partner do for you?

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Why choose 3M tapes, labels and adhesives?

Why choose a 3M converter partner?

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