The Secret to Seamless Bus Graphics
In the transit industry, bus livery design is more than just aesthetics—it’s about creating a seamless, professional look that represents a transit agency’s brand. But there’s one solution to bus building that can become a challenge for even the most well-designed graphics: Sikaflex®. That’s where STG Conseal comes in—a specialized solution that helps you conseal your cracks, to eliminate unsightly seams and ensures seamless bus graphics.
Why Sikaflex® Causes Issues for Bus Wraps
Sikaflex® is a polyurethane-based sealant used in bus construction to seal joints and prevent leaks. While it’s essential for durability, it creates a major challenge for vinyl wrap applications. The elastic nature of Sikaflex® means that standard wrap film protection products don’t adhere properly, leading to bus livery failures like peeling, bubbling, or lifting.
If you install vinyl directly over Sikaflex®, it’s only a matter of time before the wrap begins to crack, leading to water and dirt sneaking behind the vinyl—causing further damage to your fleet’s graphics. Even painted surfaces face the same issue!
That’s where ConSeal™ makes all the difference. This vinyl wrap sealant is designed to be flexible, durable, and color-matched to blend seamlessly with your fleet’s graphics. Here’s how it works:
- Seamless Application: ConSeal™ can be directly painted onto Sikaflex® to create a uniform look.
- Flexible & Durable: Unlike traditional paint, it moves with the bus, preventing cracking and peeling.
- Enhanced Appearance: Eliminates dirt collection in seams, keeping your fleet looking clean.
- Long-Lasting Results: Protects transit wrap repair areas, reducing maintenance costs over time.
Why ConSeal™ is the Best Choice for Bus Livery Maintenance
A smooth, uninterrupted livery isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s also about supporting the overall integrity of the bus while looking good in the process. Conseal creates that possibility when Sikaflex is already in use, protecting the livery from joints left exposed, plus dirt, grime, and moisture build up, causing long-term damage. This secret to seamless livery maintenance eases the burden for you or your team like magic!
Whether you’re wrapping a new fleet or maintaining an existing one, Conseal™ ensures a polished, professional finish every time.
Contact us to learn more about how to Conseal™ your crack and add this powerful product to your bus livery maintenance toolkit.
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