Lesson 1Recommended ancillary consumables: slip solution vs dry application supplies, cleaning agents, adhesion promoters, knifeless tape, and their selection criteriaCheck out key supplies that help with clean, quick wrap fitting, like cleaners, slip solutions, adhesion promoters, and knifeless tapes. Learn picking tips based on surface type, film kind, and removal needs.
pH-neutral cleaners and degreasers for prepSlip solutions vs dry application techniquesAdhesion promoters and when to avoid themKnifeless tape types and routing strategiesLint-free wipes, towels, and masking materialsLesson 2Overlaminates and finish options: matte vs gloss vs satin, UV protection, and chemical resistanceGet how overlaminates guard color and print, set shine level, and add protection from chemicals and scratches. Compare matte, gloss, and satin looks, and see how UV strength and thickness boost lasting and upkeep.
Cast vs calendered overlaminate selectionGloss, matte, and satin visual differencesUV inhibitors, warranties, and outdoor lifespanChemical resistance to fuels, salts, and cleanersLamination film thickness and handling impactLesson 3Safety and environmental considerations when selecting solvents and primers (MSDS basics)Learn reading MSDS and SDS papers when choosing solvents, cleaners, and primers. Know fire risk, VOC levels, safety gear needs, and air flow to keep workers safe and follow shop rules.
Key MSDS and SDS sections for wrap installersInterpreting hazard pictograms and signal wordsVOC content, ventilation, and exposure limitsGloves, respirators, and eye protection choicesSafe storage, labeling, and spill response stepsLesson 4Example brands and product lines (e.g., 3M 2080, Avery Dennison Supreme Wrap, Hexis) and how to compare data sheetsLook at big wrap film brands and main product lines, and learn comparing tech data sheets. Focus on film thickness, stretch limits, heat ranges, and warranty to fit products to wrap jobs.
3M 2080 and related wrap film familiesAvery Dennison Supreme Wrap key propertiesHexis and other specialty wrap manufacturersReading film thickness and stretch specificationsMatching warranty and durability to job typeLesson 5Liner types, structured adhesive benefits for air egress, and implications for silveringCheck liner builds and special adhesive designs that let air out, cut trapped water, and stop silvering. See how liner pick affects handling, first stick, slide ease, and final look on surfaces.
Paper vs poly-coated and PET release linersAir‑egress channels and bubble release behaviorLiner effects on initial tack and slideabilityTechniques to minimize silvering on textured paintInspecting liners for damage, dust, and creasingLesson 6Properties of cast vinyl and why cast is preferred for full-body color changesKnow the build and making of cast vinyl and why it's best for full color wraps. Learn how steady shape, bend ease, and memory affect work on bends, dips, and edges.
Cast vs calendered manufacturing processesDimensional stability and shrinkage resistanceConformability on curves, channels, and recessesFilm memory, post-heating, and edge sealingWhen calendered vinyl is acceptable or riskyLesson 7Adhesive types: pressure-sensitive adhesives, repositionable vs permanent, adhesive strength metricsLook at pressure-sensitive glues in wrap films, like permanent, removable, and movable types. Learn peel, stick, and hold measures to pick for full wraps, parts, and tough surfaces.
Pressure-sensitive adhesive working principlesRepositionable vs permanent wrap film behaviorPeel, tack, and shear strength test standardsAdhesive flow, dwell time, and final bondAdhesive selection for plastics, glass, and OEM paintLesson 8Tools: squeegees, felt-edged tools, heat guns/IR heaters, respirators, microfiber towels, paint-safe cutting blades, magnets and taping toolsSpot key tools for fast, safe wrap fitting, like squeegees, heat tools, cutters, and magnets. Learn tool materials, edge styles, and care for speed, grip, and surface safety.
Squeegee types, edge hardness, and sleevesHeat guns vs IR heaters and temperature controlBlade types, snap-off habits, and cut safetyMagnets, masking tape, and panel positioningRespirators, gloves, and eye protection basicsLesson 9Storage and handling of vinyl: temperature, humidity, roll orientation, and shelf life considerationsLearn best ways to store and handle wrap films to keep them good. Know right heat, wet levels, roll position, and use-by date so materials stay steady, clean, and simple to fit.
Ideal storage temperature and humidity rangesVertical vs horizontal roll orientation choicesProtecting rolls from dust, UV, and compressionConditioning cold films before installationTracking batch numbers and expiration dates
