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High-speed metallization for large-scale production
Discover how Tapematic high-speed metallization systems combine PST Line II automation and S8+4 dual sputtering to support large-scale, high-quality production.
Manufacturers in cosmetics, beverage, pharmaceutical and automotive industries are under constant pressure to deliver more parts, with higher quality, in shorter cycles. In this context, high-speed metallization becomes a strategic capability rather than a simple surface treatment.
Tapematic responds to this need with a combination of in-line coating and metallization systems, built around the PST Line II platform and the S8+4 dual sputtering module, designed to support large-scale production without compromising precision or repeatability.
By integrating automation, advanced UV coating and state-of-the-art sputtering technology, Tapematic systems help transform metallization from a bottleneck into a competitive advantage.
At the core of Tapematic solutions lies PST Line II, a fully automated, modular system conceived to manage every step of in-line coating and metallization. Parts are loaded onto standardized trays and moved through cleaning, pretreatment, coating, curing and metallization in a continuous flow. This architecture reduces manual handling, minimizes downtime between phases and ensures consistent positioning of each component.
For large-scale production, this approach is fundamental. A single interruption, adjustment or misalignment can cascade into delays and scrap. By integrating automation directly into the PST Line II concept, Tapematic enables stable and predictable cycle times, making high-speed metallization a reliable process instead of a high-risk area.
The modularity of PST Line II also means the line can be configured for different geometries and sectors, from small cosmetic caps to more complex automotive or pharmaceutical components, while maintaining the same high level of control and repeatability.
To deliver true high-speed metallization, throughput must go hand in hand with flexibility. The S8+4 module is an in-line dual sputtering system equipped with two fully independent cathodes. Each cathode can deposit a different metal layer in a single continuous cycle, creating both decorative and functional coatings in one process.
This configuration allows manufacturers to:
On PST Line II, tray-based handling ensures that each part follows the same path and orientation through every stage. This consistency supports uniform exposure during UV coating, optimal curing conditions and precise alignment under the sputtering sources. In the S8+4 module, parameters for each cathode can be tuned and stored, guaranteeing that recipes are easily repeatable across production runs.
The combination of controlled environment, optimized vacuum management and smart power distribution reduces variability and helps keep rejection rates low, even at high speeds. For manufacturers, this means that high-speed metallization does not translate into higher waste, but into more stable and predictable output.
The common tray concept across the PST family simplifies transitions between different stages and reduces setup times when introducing new products. For companies scaling up large-scale production, this modular approach allows capacity to be increased step by step, without disrupting the entire factory layout.
In addition, Tapematic offers dedicated modules for cleaning and pretreatment, supporting optimal surface conditions before coating and metallization, without requiring an integrated clean room. This further enhances quality while maintaining a compact footprint.
When combined, PST Line II automation and the S8+4 dual sputtering module create a complete solution for high-speed metallization that balances throughput, flexibility and environmental performance. Manufacturers can deliver large volumes of metallized parts with consistent quality, distinctive finishes and controlled costs, positioning metallization not as a constraint, but as a key enabler of growth.
Tapematic responds to this need with a combination of in-line coating and metallization systems, built around the PST Line II platform and the S8+4 dual sputtering module, designed to support large-scale production without compromising precision or repeatability.
By integrating automation, advanced UV coating and state-of-the-art sputtering technology, Tapematic systems help transform metallization from a bottleneck into a competitive advantage.
PST Line II as the backbone of high-speed metallization
At the core of Tapematic solutions lies PST Line II, a fully automated, modular system conceived to manage every step of in-line coating and metallization. Parts are loaded onto standardized trays and moved through cleaning, pretreatment, coating, curing and metallization in a continuous flow. This architecture reduces manual handling, minimizes downtime between phases and ensures consistent positioning of each component.
For large-scale production, this approach is fundamental. A single interruption, adjustment or misalignment can cascade into delays and scrap. By integrating automation directly into the PST Line II concept, Tapematic enables stable and predictable cycle times, making high-speed metallization a reliable process instead of a high-risk area.
The modularity of PST Line II also means the line can be configured for different geometries and sectors, from small cosmetic caps to more complex automotive or pharmaceutical components, while maintaining the same high level of control and repeatability.
S8+4 dual sputtering: throughput meets flexibility
To deliver true high-speed metallization, throughput must go hand in hand with flexibility. The S8+4 module is an in-line dual sputtering system equipped with two fully independent cathodes. Each cathode can deposit a different metal layer in a single continuous cycle, creating both decorative and functional coatings in one process.
This configuration allows manufacturers to:
- apply distinct metal finishes on the same part
- combine reflective and tinted effects in a single run
- integrate decorative layers with functional coatings for protection or conductivity
Consistent quality at industrial speeds
Speed alone is not enough. For premium brands and critical components, metallization quality must remain stable from the first part to the last. Tapematic systems address this through advanced process control and intelligent automation.On PST Line II, tray-based handling ensures that each part follows the same path and orientation through every stage. This consistency supports uniform exposure during UV coating, optimal curing conditions and precise alignment under the sputtering sources. In the S8+4 module, parameters for each cathode can be tuned and stored, guaranteeing that recipes are easily repeatable across production runs.
The combination of controlled environment, optimized vacuum management and smart power distribution reduces variability and helps keep rejection rates low, even at high speeds. For manufacturers, this means that high-speed metallization does not translate into higher waste, but into more stable and predictable output.
Scalable integration for existing and new lines
Every industrial plant has its own history, layout and installed base. Tapematic takes this into account by designing PST Line II and S8+4 to be both powerful and adaptable. The systems can operate as part of a complete Tapematic line or be integrated as stand-alone metallization modules that interface with existing coating equipment from other brands.The common tray concept across the PST family simplifies transitions between different stages and reduces setup times when introducing new products. For companies scaling up large-scale production, this modular approach allows capacity to be increased step by step, without disrupting the entire factory layout.
In addition, Tapematic offers dedicated modules for cleaning and pretreatment, supporting optimal surface conditions before coating and metallization, without requiring an integrated clean room. This further enhances quality while maintaining a compact footprint.
High-speed metallization with a sustainable mindset
Modern large-scale production strategies must also consider sustainability and energy efficiency. Tapematic lines use UV coating technologies and resource-conscious engineering to reduce overspray, material consumption and emissions. Optimized vacuum cycles, precise power management and minimized rework contribute to lower operational costs and a more responsible use of resources.When combined, PST Line II automation and the S8+4 dual sputtering module create a complete solution for high-speed metallization that balances throughput, flexibility and environmental performance. Manufacturers can deliver large volumes of metallized parts with consistent quality, distinctive finishes and controlled costs, positioning metallization not as a constraint, but as a key enabler of growth.