Apply VinylGuard food-grade heat shrink tubing coverings for OEM and MRO applications involving repeated indirect contact with food and beverages
Food-safe VinylGuard shrinks up to half the supplied size, ensuring a tight, moisture proof, contour-conforming fit
Advanced high-performance, food-grade VinylGuard may be safely used as components of items in food and beverage processing plants
Cover
- Cover metals, woods, plastics, glass and more
- VinylGuard tightly conforms to fit round, straight, tapered, complex and irregular shapes as well as threaded bolts, bundled wiring and thick cables, components, conduits, etc.
- Moisture resistant, easy to clean, non-toxic, food-safe
- Heavy-duty, abrasion resistant, up to 73 mils thick, for long lasting applications
Facilitate Cleaning
- Facilitate cleaning of accumulated food deposits and encrustations from products processed in food plants
- VinylGuard’s smooth, non-stick surface is easy to wipe down or wash, withstands hot liquids, steam, chlorinated cleaning compounds, chemicals, acids and vigorous sanitary wash downs
- VinylGuard withstands steam cleaning of residues caused by factory lubricants, oils, grease, grime, and dirt as well as contamination from food spillages
Convert
- Convert and upgrade straight and tapered conveyor rollers on material handling equipment to food-grade standards with FDA Title 21 CFR 177 VinylGuard food-grade heat shrink conveyor roller covers
- VinylGuard provides a hygienic, chemical resistant, physically durable and easy-to-maintain covering necessary to convert process equipment and process and utility piping to food-grade guidelines
Renew
- Renew and extend the life of old, pitted, corroded, frayed components using VinylGuard heat shrink-to-fit coverings
- Food-safe, high performance FDA VinylGuard will not rust, discolor, crack or peel
- VinylGuard is easily removed and replaced
Protect
- Protect printed instructions, warnings, flow directions, labels, logos, company information, etc. with “Crystal Clear” transparent VinylGuard coverings that won’t peel, crack or turn yellow
- “Crystal Clear” VinylGuard has exceptional clarity which allows for visual inspection of underlying components
- Tough, thick, long-lasting VinylGuard provides years of maintenance-free protection against abrasion, scratches, nicks and dings and withstands moisture and chemical wash-downs
Identify
- Identify, color code and provide higher visibility in food processing and handling facilities with FDA VinylGuard coverings
- We custom print food-grade heat shrink labels, instructions, warnings, flow directions, etc. with FDA compliant inks, conforming to US FDA requirements for food processing plants
Roller Covers
USFDA Food-Grade VinylGuard Tapered Roller Covers
Shock Absorbing – Cushioning Roller Coverings
USFDA Food-Grade VinylGuard Straight Roller Covers
VinylGuard Tapered Roller Covers
VinylGuard Straight Roller Covers
Extra Grip – Non Slip TractionPlus Roller Covers
USFDA Food-Grade Cushioning Roller Coverings
Recommended High Temperature Heat Gun
Food-grade compliance is made easy using breakthrough heat shrink-to-fit technology
Apply VinylGuard food-grade heat shrink tubing coverings for OEM and MRO applications involving repeated indirect contact with food and beverages
Food-safe VinylGuard shrinks up to half the supplied size, ensuring a tight, moisture proof, contour-conforming fit
Advanced high-performance, food-grade VinylGuard may be safely used as components of items in food and beverage processing plants
- Meets US FDA Title 21 CFR 177 specifications, complying with the United States Food and Drug Administration’s stringent requirements for indirect contact with food and beverages in food processing and handling facilities
- Flame retardant — Made from UL 94 compliant materials
- Environmentally friendly and safe — Contains no hazardous materials
- Lead free — RoHS, REACH and Conflict Minerals compliant
US FDA Title 21 CFR 177
United States Food and Drug Administration CFR — Code of Federal Regulations
- Title 21 — Food and Drugs
- Part 177— Indirect Food Additives: Polymers
- These regulations cover materials that come in contact with food, and thus are considered an indirect food additive.
- Food contact materials used in the USA must comply with 21 CFR 177 regulations
VinylGuard Technical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum Recommended Shrink Temperature | 100°C (212°F) |
| Sample #3 | -20°C to 105°C (-4°F to 221°F) |
| Tensile Strength | 3,000 psi |
| Durometer | 85 Durometer Shore A |
| Storage | Heat sensitive — Store at 70°F or below |
- VinylGuard roller covers are made in the USA from the finest premium-grade, 100% virgin materials
- VinylGuard roller covers are flame retardant
- VinylGuard roller covers are lead-free and RoHS compliant
- VinylGuard conveyor roller and skatewheel covers for Food-Grade material handling equipment comply with the Food and Drug Administration’s USFDA 21CFR requirements for indirect contact with food
Standard Colors
Standard Colors for General Use
Other Colors Available Upon Request
Sizes & Colors for VinylGuard Food-Grade Heat Shrink Coverings
Our standard dimensions are in stock and immediately available
We manufacture custom dimensions and shrink ratios
We custom cut lengths for specific applications
| Expanded I.D. Minimum | Fully Recovered I.D. Maximum | Recovered Wall Thickness Nominal | Standard Product on Spools | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Size | in. | mm | in. | mm | in. | mm | Feet per Spool |
| 5/8″ | 0.625 | 15.88 | 0.313 | 7.94 | 0.033 | 0.84 | 250′ |
| 3/4″ | 0.75 | 19.05 | 0.375 | 9.53 | 0.033 | 0.84 | 250′ |
| 1″ | 1 | 25.4 | 0.5 | 12.7 | 0.038 | 0.97 | 250′ |
| 1 1/4″ | 1.25 | 31.75 | 0.625 | 15.88 | 0.041 | 1.04 | 250′ |
| 1 1/2″ | 1.5 | 38.1 | 0.75 | 19.05 | 0.043 | 1.09 | 100′ |
| 2″ | 2 | 50.8 | 1 | 25.4 | 0.048 | 1.22 | 100′ |
| 2 1/2″ | 2.5 | 63.5 | 1.25 | 31.75 | 0.058 | 1.47 | 100′ |
| 3″ | 3 | 76.2 | 1.5 | 38.1 | 0.068 | 1.73 | 50′ |
| 4″ | 4 | 101.6 | 2 | 50.8 | 0.073 | 1.85 | 50′ |
Standard Sizes for Conveyor Rollers
| Straight Roller Diameter Sizes | Standard Product on Spools | |
|---|---|---|
| in. | mm | Feet per Spool |
| 1.375 | 34.93 | 100′ |
| 2.0 | 48.26–50.80 | 100′ |
| 2.5 | 63.50 | 100′ |
| 3.0 | 76.20 | 50’ |
| 4.0 | 101.60 | 50’ |
| Tapered Roller Diameter Sizes | Standard Product on Spools | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wide End | Tapered End | |||
| in. | mm | in. | mm | Feet per Spool |
| 2.5 | 63.50 | 1.5 | 38.10 | 100′ |
| 2.5 | 63.50 | 1.687 | 42.85 | 100′ |
How to Apply VinylGuard Food-Grade Heat Shrink Coverings
Fast and Easy Application
Use a heat gun with a high velocity air blower (avaible from VinylGuard) or an oven for economical, large volume processing.
TO START
- Cut a length of VinylGuard about 2″ longer than the item to be covered
- Slide the vinyl over the item, overhanging each end 1-inch
- Apply heat to shrink the VinylGuard
USING A HEAT GUN
- Hold the heat gun 3″ to 4″ away from the material to prevent burningCAUTION – DO NOT APPLY EXCESSIVE HEAT DIRECTLY TO THE CREASE
- Slowly begin shrinking at one end — Rotate the item while rapidly moving the heat gun back and forth to avoid burning the vinyl
- Apply sufficient heat to remove any wrinkles
- Allow the VinylGuard to fully cool
- Trim the excess vinyl with a sharp blade or utility knife
After shrinking and fully cooling, VinylGuard will not slip or loosen
Using an oven to cover tapered rollers and large quantities of straight rollers
Use a 300°F (149°C) oven to cover tapered conveyor rollers or to quickly shrink larger quantities of straight rollers
- Place the conveyor rollers on a jig or holding fixture to allow the hot air to circulate
- The rollers should remain in the oven approximately 4 minutes
- Allow the VinylGuard to fully cool
- Trim the excess vinyl with a sharp blade or utility knife
NOTE: Open flame sources of heat are not recommended for shrinking as they may burn or damage the vinyl and may not ensure uniform shrinking
We’ve been manufacturing heat shrink-to-fit coverings for the most demanding industrial, medical and military applications in the US and abroad, since 1964
Our long-term factory personnel proudly make the finest heat shrink tubing products, of the highest quality and consistency, from premium-grade, 100% virgin materials
All of our of company’s tubing products, for the most challenging and diverse applications, are manufactured under the most stringent controls for optimum performance in a wide range of uses and environments, and meet all relevant industry specifications: RoHS II, REACH, Conflict Minerals Compliance, PROP 65, UL, CSA, AMS, ASTM, US FDA Title 21 CFR 177, Medical USP Class VI, ISO-10993-5 Cytotoxicity standards
Our state-of-the-art, 90,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Woburn, MA is ISO 9001:2008 certified
To meet our customers’ specialized needs we manufacture:
- US FDA Title 21 CFR 177 VinylGuard which complies with the Food and Drug Administration’s specifications for repeated indirect contact with food and beverages
- Custom diameter sizes and shrink ratios, custom cut lengths, custom colors and custom printing with FDA approved inks
We’ve been manufacturing heat shrink-to-fit coverings for the most demanding industrial, medical and military applications in the US and abroad, since 1964
Our long-term factory personnel proudly make the finest heat shrink tubing products, of the highest quality and consistency, from premium-grade, 100% virgin materials
All of our of company’s tubing products, for the most challenging and diverse applications, are manufactured under the most stringent controls for optimum performance in a wide range of uses and environments, and meet all relevant industry specifications: RoHS II, REACH, Conflict Minerals Compliance, PROP 65, UL, CSA, AMS, ASTM, US FDA Title 21 CFR 177, Medical USP Class VI, ISO-10993-5 Cytotoxicity standards
Our state-of-the-art, 90,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Woburn, MA is ISO 9001:2008 certified
To meet our customers’ specialized needs we manufacture:
- US FDA Title 21 CFR 177 VinylGuard which complies with the Food and Drug Administration’s specifications for repeated indirect contact with food and beverages
- Custom diameter sizes and shrink ratios, custom cut lengths, custom colors and custom printing with FDA approved inks