PVC starter strips are valued products, used as a base for the first insulation layer. They have many advantages (among other things, they protect against moisture, loss of heat or damage caused by rodents), which is why their use is becoming almost the norm among contractors. However, in order for a skirting board to fulfil its purpose, it must be suitably strong and durable. This requirement has led to the use of the latest technologies in its production process. One of these is ultrasonic welding. What possibilities does it offer? Why is it worth checking that the elements of the selected starter strips are joined in this way? Read our article and you will learn more about this technology.

What is ultrasonic welding?

Ultrasonic bonding is based on the generation of heat by inducing high-frequency vibrations particles of the materials to be welded. The vibrations are generated by means of special ultrasonic tools, which precisely select the location of the target joint. The spot is thus heated, thus plasticising the and can be combined with another element. The combination of elements in this way is sufficiently durable and heat-resistantthat it can meet the most stringent requirements and quality standards. This method is a technologically complex process and requires the use of specialised tools, but at the same time it has many advantages that speak for itself, including in the production of PVC starter strips.

What possibilities does ultrasonic mesh bonding offer?

• High precision - The welding area can be small, so that once it has been pinpointed, the tools aim exactly there without exposing the remaining area to unnecessary heat.
• High aesthetics of the work - is linked to the precision described above. Small contact surfaces leave the rest of the material intact, without any damage.
• Speed of execution - bonding of the materials takes place very quickly and does not require additional processes such as cooling. This saves time as well as energy costs.
• No need for additional materials - Only the components to be joined are needed, i.e. in the case of the starter strips these are the fibreglass mesh and the PVC profile, without the use of adhesive, for example.
• Full automation and high quality - modern ultrasonic welding tools are computer-controlled, so that the power, location and degree of joining can be precisely determined. This ensures complete reproducibility and thus the highest quality of all products created.
• Durability and heat resistance - The joint is solid and, most importantly, thermally resistant. It allows the skirting boards to be used without worrying about the individual elements coming apart. This gives contractors comfort in their work and investors confidence in the durability of the materials used.

Ultrasonic bonding of the mesh to the profile in PVC starter strips is a a secure and advantageous solution. During selection, it is worth noting how building materials are producedin order to ensure that they are of good quality. This will allow us to enjoy the faultlessness of the individual components of the building thermal insulation system for many years or even decades to come.

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