Video Overview: How to Apply Pro-Tac Platen Adhesive

By: Taylor Landesman Published: Apr 26, 2013 (Updated: Apr 09, 2026)

If you’re looking to boost efficiency and keep your shop cleaner, switching to a water-based adhesive like Pro-Tac is a total game-changer. Unlike messy aerosol sprays that leave a sticky fog over everything in sight, Pro-Tac is an eco-friendly, pressure-sensitive solution designed to keep your garments firmly in place through hundreds of prints.

In this guide, we’ll break down why this long-lasting adhesive is a favorite for both standard and flash-cure applications, and show you the simplest ways to apply it for a perfect, tacky finish every time.

Why Switch to Pro-Tac?

Cost-Effective: One gallon of Pro-Tac can replace up to 4–5 cases of aerosol spray.
Shop Cleanliness: Eliminates overspray, keeping your equipment and floors gunk-free.
Eco-Friendly: A water-based formula that is safer for you and the environment.
Easy Cleanup: When it’s time to reset, it wipes away easily with warm water or can be used over pallet tape for even faster removal.