The four main wrap material manufacturers are APA, Arlon, 3M and Hexis
APA
APA, Italian manufacturer of adhesive films, for over 30 years the main reference in the decoration and graphic-advertisement sector, continues with the research and the finalisation of new solutions at a high technological level. Where there’s a surface there’s APA! The most suitable film to cover whichever type of surface, due to a complete range of print and plotter films, for the decoration of glass and shop windows, for fabric personalisation, for the decoration of walls, furniture and interior design and for the wrapping sector in which the company has been identified as a true pioneer. All films are the result of a constant research of innovative products, respecting the highest qualitative standards and the most strict UNI standards, through a productive, eco-sustainable process, to demonstrate APA’s commitment for the environmental conservation.
Arlon
Ultimate PremiumPlusâ„¢ is an ultra-conformable cast automotive restyling color change film. The multi-layer film is constructed with a premium clear protective coating to provide exceptional conformability even on deep recesses and channels. The industries best performing color change film now includes Automotive-X Technology which allows installers the benefit of a bubble-free installation while maintaining a paint-like finish. The repositionable and clean removing pressure sensitive adhesive completes the perfect solution for automotive restyling. Series 2600LX is available in 60-inch widths for a one-piece seamless application on hoods, roofs and side panels. Customizing a vehicle body color has never been easier.
3M
3M vehicle wrapping products have been used extensively for decades to mark and brand vehicles, 3M digital print products have been at the forefront of branding ever since screen printing and e-stat printing was developed and likewise with the reduction in cost of digital solvent ink based machines and now latex ink machines. Having invented such adhesive features as Controltac to allow for repositionable graphics and Comply for bubble free finishes 3M have years of experiencing in developing vehicle graphic products to make sure you get the best quality finish and service.
Hexis
The HEX’Press HX30000 series of multi-layered cast PVC film are suitable for vehicle wrapping and decoration. HX30000 is revolutionary to the graphics industry as it is highly conformable and really easy to re-position. It is a three layer cast PVC film in various special effects and textures suitable for vehicle wrapping or livery and decoration purposes. The manufacturing process of HX30000 is unique to Hexis, there are no other products that are made like it or work like it! The effects that are currently available consist of Carbon Fibre, Leather, Sequin, Alligator, Variochrome, Ultra Glitter, Matt and Super Matt with many more under development. The HEX’Press HX20000 series of bi-layered cast PVC film are suitable for colour change vehicle wrapping and decoration. HX20000 is a two layer cast PVC film in Gloss Opaque, Gloss Pearlescent, Gloss Glitter Metallic, Matt Opaque and Matt Lustre Metallic effect suitable for colour change vehicle wrapping or livery and decoration purposes.