Norgard performance films, tapes and coated fabrics for demanding NZ applications

Saint‑Gobain Norgard is a family of high‑performance films, tapes and coated fabrics engineered for electrical insulation, non‑stick release, surface protection and long‑term reliability in harsh industrial environments. Brown International supplies Norgard PTFE and PI films, specialty tapes and silicone or PTFE coated fabrics to New Zealand manufacturers who need stable performance where temperature, chemicals and mechanical stress quickly defeat standard materials.

What is Norgard?

Norgard encompasses specialty PTFE and fluoropolymer films, high‑performance tape constructions and coated fabrics designed to solve complex insulation, release and protection challenges. The range includes PTFE, PFA, FEP and ETFE films, silicone‑coated glass fabrics and PTFE‑coated fabrics that can be laminated, heat‑sealed, welded or converted into custom components for your equipment.

Where Norgard is used

Norgard materials are used in applications such as high‑frequency data and coaxial cables, motors and transformers, aerospace and defence electronics, solar and renewable energy systems, automotive components, process liners and industrial release sheets. They are also specified for tank and vessel linings, diaphragms, sample bags, hot‑melt welding tapes, and protective layers in aggressive chemical or high‑temperature environments.

Norgard PTFE and fluoropolymer films

Norgard PTFE films offer exceptional high‑temperature and chemical resistance, making them valuable in food, pharmaceutical, aerospace and other critical industries that rely on stable dielectric and mechanical performance. Related Norgard fluoropolymer films such as FEP, PFA and ETFE provide options for heat‑sealable, thermoformable and optically clear films, with continuous use temperatures up to 260°C and excellent weatherability for outdoor or solar applications.

Norgard silicone and PTFE coated fabrics

The Norgard Coated Fabrics range covers reinforced silicone‑coated glass and aramid fabrics, and PTFE‑coated fabrics, giving a combination of mechanical strength with non‑stick, heat‑resistant and electrically insulating surfaces. These coated fabrics are ideal for manufacturers who need durable release and protection in processes such as insulation wraps, industrial covers, conveyor belts, expansion joints and flexible connections that see high temperatures or continuous flexing.

Performance advantages of Norgard materials

Norgard products are engineered for dimensional stability, low friction, excellent dielectric properties and long service life, helping to maintain performance and reduce maintenance in demanding systems. Many films and fabrics in the Norgard portfolio are designed for low outgassing, resistance to weathering and UV, and consistent performance after heat ageing, making them suitable for high‑reliability and safety‑critical designs.

Norgard supply and technical support in New Zealand

Brown International is New Zealand’s specialist distributor for Saint‑Gobain tape and film solutions, including the Norgard portfolio of performance films, tapes and coated fabrics. Our team can help you match Norgard materials to your electrical insulation, non‑stick release, surface protection or chemical barrier requirements, and arrange rolls, sheets or converted components that align with your production schedule and equipment design