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The Footwear Industry: Balancing Adhesives to meet Durability & Comfort

The Footwear Industry: Balancing Adhesives to meet Durability & Comfort

The footwear industry is a dynamic and ever-evolving sector, where innovation and performance are key to delivering the durability and comfort that meets today’s consumer demand. Modern shoppers seek footwear that combines style with long-lasting durability along with...

Is ‘Biodegradable’ the future of pressure-sensitive adhesives?

Is ‘Biodegradable’ the future of pressure-sensitive adhesives?

Industries worldwide are grappling with the challenge of creating eco-friendly products as consumption and pollution continue to rise. Pressure-sensitive adhesive manufacturers are responding to customer demands for sustainable products by developing biodegradable...

Innovations in Water-based Adhesives

Innovations in Water-based Adhesives

While water-based adhesives have been used for several decades since their development tracing back to the mid-20th century, they are still widely used in the manufacturing world due to the eco-friendly, versatile, and often simplistic characteristics they possess....

The Durability and Longevity of Water-Based Adhesives

The Durability and Longevity of Water-Based Adhesives

In the world of adhesives, the evolution of water-based pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) has significantly altered the landscape of adhesive solutions in manufacturing. Their eco-friendly composition, easy application, and overall versatility have made them a...

Hot Melt Equipment Efficiency: A Blueprint for Success in 2024

Hot Melt Equipment Efficiency: A Blueprint for Success in 2024

In the fast-paced world of manufacturing, keeping your hot melt equipment running smoothly is essential. However, today’s challenges, such as supply chain disruptions, workforce shortages, production line stoppages, have made this task more complex than ever before....

Hot Melt Adhesives in Woodworking and Furniture Manufacturing

Hot Melt Adhesives in Woodworking and Furniture Manufacturing

In the realm of woodworking and furniture manufacturing, the adhesion of substrates plays a crucial role in creating durable and aesthetically pleasing products. Hot melt adhesives have emerged as a transformative solution, revolutionizing industries with their...

Hot melts vs. water-based adhesives 

Hot melts vs. water-based adhesives 

Hot melt adhesives are solid at room temperature, requiring heat (electricity) for dispensing, transforming the adhesive from a solid state to a liquid state to be able to apply the adhesive in a manufacturing environment. Water-based adhesives are a liquid adhesive...