The Responsible Tape Manufacturing Practices Program - the PSTC Mark of Quality 
Today, businesses are frequently asked, "What are you doing to meet responsibility standards?" The question may be in terms of "sustainability." Or "green initiatives" or LEEDS compliance. The company asking these questions may be a Dow Jones Sustainability Index company.

PSTC developed a way to let its members demonstrate that they meet established standards. They earn the right to use a "Responsible Tape Manufacturer" logo, signifying a commitment to environmental, workplace and quality goals. They undergo an extensive review of their manufacturing practices. It validates that they meet program standards. It means that they deliver more than value. They deliver a product that supports responsibilty initiatives along the entire supply chain.

RTM logo signifying quality standards

When working with a PSTC Responsible Tape Manufacturer, you can be ensured of the highest quality.

What it takes to earn the PSTC RTM logo
PSTC members identified a set of standards that define responsible practices. they encompass environmental regulations, safety standards and quality measures. PSTC members built those standards into a comprehensive document, "PSTC Responsible Tape Manufacturing Practices Program: Regulations, Standards and Practices."

Key program areas include -

Environmental Standards:

  • National Source Performance Standards
  • National Emission Standards
  • Permitting Programs
  • Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
  • 40 CFR Part 273
  • 40 CFR Parts 122, 123 and 124
  • National Pollutant Discharge Elimination
  • Toxic Substances and Control Act
  • Canadian Environmental Protection Act
  • ...and more

 Workplace Standards

  • Hazard Communication, CFR 1910.120
  • Industrial Hygiene, CFR 1910.34
  • Noise, CFR 1910.95
  • Emergency Response, CFR 1910.38
  • Lab Safety, CFR 1910.1450
  • Machine Guarding, CFR 1910.212
  • ...and more

Quality Standards

  • ISO 900
  • ISO TS 16949
  • PSTC Self-Audit

All PSTC companies are required to participate in the program and go through a performance validation review. This ensures PSTC members are held up to the best quality standards.

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For more information about the RTMP program, contact:
Pressure Sensitive Tape Council
1833 Centre Point Circle · Suite 123 · Naperville, IL 60563
Tel: 630-696-4000
Fax: 630-544-5055
Email: info@pstc.org