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Novacel 4226REN provides many benefits that make all the difference. It’s guaranteed to not peel off or form air bubbles during cutting, and stainless steel is protected from discoloration due to laser cutting. The film can be printed with brushing or polishing directions, as well as cutting patterns to allow the sheet metal to be laser cut in a single run. The film has an outdoor resistance of six months, and peels off in one piece without tearing.

4226REN cuts down on laser cutting time and maintains surface integrity throughout the mechanical transformation cycle on parts being cut (bending, backing, stamping, forming, etc.). The film’s material prevents any risk of suction between pieces of sheet metal during automated handling.

This film is free of harmful chemicals. As with the entire Novacel range, 4226REN is recyclable.

Product features:

•Color: white/white
•Film type: UV-resistant LDPE (low-density polyethylene)
•Outdoor resistance: 6 months
•Thickness: 100 µm
•Adhesive type: natural rubber
•Adhesion strength (AFERA 4001): 140 cN/cm
•Lengths: 1,000 and 500 m (3,280 and 1,640 ft.)
•Custom printing

Samples are available upon request.

About Novacel:
Established in over 60 countries, Novacel develops and produces self-adhesive films for temporary surface protection in the electronics, home-appliances, automotive and building industries. Its films can be applied on a great variety of surfaces such as stainless steel, pre-coated metals, aluminium, plastics, profiles and high-pressure laminates. At every stage of the transformation process (folding, stamping, profiling, etc.), as well as during handling, transport and fitting, the film acts as a protective barrier against outside aggression, preventing scratches, dirt, etc. Novacel is ISO 9001 and 14001 certified. NOVACEL is the official partner of the LAMPRE cycling team, as well as of Alessandro Ballan, World Champion 2008-2009.

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FRENCH TECHNOLOGY PRESS OFFICE
205 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 3740
Chicago, IL 60601
Fax: (312) 327-5261
E-mail: contact.ftpo@ubifrance.fr