Every year, more than 100 billion holes in car bodies get covered by robots.
To seal these holes, carmakers typically use plastic, rubber, or metal plugs. Traditionally, this work was done manually, a time-consuming, physically demanding task that workers could only perform for two to three hours at a time. tesa’s adhesive hole coverings meet strict requirements for stability at high temperatures and under paint or anti-corrosion coatings. They also keep out moisture, dirt, and noise. tesa® hole-covering solutions are up to 85% lighter than plug solutions, which reduces vehicle weight and can help increase the drivable range of electric vehicle batteries. A special process developed in collaboration with Porsche also enables automated application by robots, thereby overcoming labor shortages and significantly reducing the physical strain on employees.
