Gel-Tac® Adhesives
API has the broadest range of water-based
microsphere adhesives in the industry. These adhesives offer superior:

• Repositionability
• Removability
• Stable tack over time

At API, we’ve made a name for ourselves. And that name is Gel-Tac®. Gel-Tac® Adhesives are custom formulated for use in such industries as label, tape, wallpaper, photo album and graphic material. Our unique microsphere formulations are designed for direct coating and transfer coating methods, and have been formulated to work on a variety of substrates, such as paper, PVC, Polyethylene, Polyester and Polypropylene. (Click either link for listings of the appropriate adhesives for various materials.)

Transfer Coatables
API's transfer coatable microsphere adhesives expand business opportunities by allowing adhesives to be coated to the release liner first and laminated in-line to a variety of face stocks. The transfer method allows for:

• Better lay flat performance for paper
• Versatility for sensitive materials such as PP, PE, BOPP and PVC
• Faster coating process

Custom Formulations
The microsphere experts at API have the industry’s best and longest track record for customization. Our custom formulations are designed for a wide variety of coating methods including air knife, flexo, gravure, mayer rod, reverse roll and slot die.