TAGS: Hot-melt Adhesives Acrylic Adhesives UV/EB Cure Adhesives
Henkel Adhesive Technologies broke ground for a new, state-of-the-art production area for UV-cure acrylic pressure sensitive adhesives (PSA) in Salisbury, North Carolina. The new facility will be operational by the end of 2021. The expansion of the site broadens the company’s capabilities to provide more sustainable and innovative pressure sensitive adhesive solutions for tape, label, medical, and graphic films markets.
Combining Rubber-based HMA with Acrylic Polymers
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Henkel’s solvent-free, UV PSA line enables broader industry use of acrylic-based adhesives. Combining the ease of use of a traditional rubber-based hot melt with the enhanced performance of acrylic polymers represents not only a step-change in innovation but demonstrates Henkel’s continued commitment to sustainability,” said Brian McSwigan, vice president of business development.
UV-curable hot melt adhesives address changing market needs and enhance the customer experience. The adhesives are designed to coat a variety of facestocks, serving all segments of traditional pressure sensitive markets. Branded as Loctite Durotak UV, Henkel will offer a comprehensive set of adhesive chemistries from this new facility, including pure polymer, formulated free radical, and cationic curing systems. Unique to Henkel, cationic cured UV PSAs utilize a novel curing page 2/3 mechanism, allowing for lower energy consumption and through-cure of extremely high coat weights (double to triple that of traditional free radical systems).
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This is an exciting time for Henkel as we begin construction of our first UV pressure sensitive adhesive manufacturing facility here in North America. We remain focused on enhancing the consumer experience bringing real value to our customers and their brands,” said Gary Rzonca, vice president, packaging and consumer goods, North America.
Source: Henkel