3M bond stiffeners to garage doors User Manual

High initial and ultimate bond strength; easy to apply; temperature resistant 
(-40° to 200°F/-40° to 93°C); aesthetically pleasing (smooth look); ability to
damp vibrations.

Liquid adhesives and mechanical fasteners had been previously used. 

Easy to use, quick to apply: 3M

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Tape is applied to the cleaned surface

of the backside of the metal stiffener and pressurized.  The liner is removed
and the taped stiffener is applied and pressurized to the metal garage door skin.

Aesthetically pleasing: The VHB tape system of attachment provides a clean,
smooth finish to the trim.  Metal corrosion concerns are eliminated.

Long-lasting: Specially formulated adhesive and tape construction provides a
strong, lasting bond between the stiffener and the garage door skin.

Helps damp vibration: The viscoelastic properties of the foam core help damp
vibration between the stiffener and the garage door skin during operation of the
door.

Versatile: VHB tapes offer a wide selection of adhesive systems that allow
bonding the stiffener to the garage door either before or after the painting
process.   3M

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Tape 5952 bonds well to most painted metals and 

plastics without surface priming or abrading.  The specially formulated 
synthetic adhesive bonds to most paints and powder coats.

Application Profile

Market: Construction
Application Description:  Bond stiffeners to Garage Doors

3M

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Tape 5952 

3M Industrial Business

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Tape 5952