A release liner serves as an intermediate during many manufacturing processes, carrying and protecting adhesives to stick one product to another product or surface. Release liners are usually a paper or film layer with a release coating, securely holding the sticky material and helping it remain sticky until it's ready to be released for the next step its needed for. For instance, when you peel the backing off a band aid or sticker, that backing is a release liner which helps the band aid or sticker remain sticky until used.
Release liners come in various types, such as film-based, paper-based, poly-coated paper-based options and even unique substrates with metallized papers/films as their base. These release liner substrates have specially engineered release coatings, often made of silicone, which enable the liner to release its contents only when needed.
However, some release liners can still fit their release function without using silicone coatings. Instead, they rely on specific surface characteristics of the substrate to achieve the desired release properties, eliminating the necessity for additional coatings. These non-silicone-based release liners are considered as highly specialized and are designed to serve specific purposes.
For over 30 years, Fox River Associates has been a prominent supplier of paper release liners and film release liners. If you need information about finding the appropriate release liner for your application, don't hesitate to reach out to our team. You can contact us at 1-800-647-6579 or simply fill out the form on this page and we’ll be happy to help.
Wide Market Variety of End Usages
Pressure-sensitive adhesives rely on a liner to carry adhesives during converting and application processes. These adhesives find global applications in pressure-sensitive graphics and labels and self-adhesive tapes, where the liner's strength plays a crucial role in adhesive coating, die-cutting, and converting. In pressure-sensitive labeling, the liner must be carefully designed to meet the demands of high-speed automated application equipment, ensuring seamless and efficient label application.
Release liners play a crucial role in the medical and hygiene markets, where they find applications in various products such as electrodes, wound dressings, transdermal patches, diapers, and feminine care products. In medical applications, the manufacturing process requires higher levels of cleanliness, and the products must adhere to specific regulatory standards.
For these medical products, the removal of the release liner is typically done by hand, often by the end consumer. Therefore, maintaining consistent release properties is of utmost importance to ensure a smooth user experience.
Industrial release liners serve essential roles in various high durability applications, including building and construction. They find usage in roofing shingles, weatherproofing, and insulation products. Moreover, release liners play a critical role in the manufacturing of composite pre-preg materials used in aerospace, wind energy, recreation, and automotive sectors. In these applications, the release liner is exposed to significant temperature fluctuations, demanding exceptional dimensional stability to ensure smooth and precise manufacturing processes. These specialized applications highlight the importance of reliable and robust release liners in industrial settings.
Contact Fox River Associates today to learn more about our full line of paper release liners and film release liners to serve your market application. Call us at 1-800-647-6579 or use the form on this page. We’re ready to work with you.
Extensive Range of Release Liner Solutions and Services
At Fox River Associates, we are experts in providing an extensive range of customized release liner products, including siliconized films and papers. Our dedicated team works closely with customers to fully grasp their unique requirements and recommend the most suitable product for their specific applications.
We take pride in maintaining a well-stocked inventory, enabling us to deliver products promptly and support our customers' growth. Unlike other suppliers, we do not impose large minimum order quantities, ensuring our customers have the flexibility they need to meet their demands effectively. With Fox River Associates, you can expect tailored solutions, efficient service, and the freedom to order according to your needs.
For more information about release liners and the Fox River Associates product offering that can help serve your needs, contact us at 1-800-647-6579 or use the form on this page. Our team is ready to work with you.