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H.B. Fuller at Labelexpo

Monday 21. August 2023 - H.B. Fuller is introducing Swifttak PS 8405, the ultimate water-based pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) with non-water whitening properties. Designed for those seeking a premium PET label with a no-label look, this water-based PSA offers remarkable benefits.

We H.B. Fuller, a leading adhesives company, will be showcasing at Labelexpo Europe 2023. We will bring our latest portfolio for labeling adhesives around sealing, seaming, and repairing at Hall 6, Booth 6D11. H.B. Fuller labeling adhesive innovative solutions enhance product performance and manufacturing processes efficiency, allowing customers to accelerate production, deliver design innovation, and differentiate brand.
Overall, our unmatched customization capabilities make it possible to address both business needs and industry requirements, including sustainability efforts toward a more circular economy.
H.B. Fuller is introducing Swifttak PS 8405, the ultimate water-based pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) with non-water whitening properties. Designed for those seeking a premium PET label with a no-label look, this water-based PSA offers remarkable benefits, like boasting high resistance to water whitening to help labels maintain their appearance, even in challenging environments and temperatures. This adhesive delivers superior performance with excellent clarity and optimized peel, tack, and durability properties. It is also ideal for applications where aesthetics matter, as this product offers a blend of functionality and ‘no look’ transparency.
We will also promote ultra-removable and highly repositionable Gel-Tac products based on water-based acrylic, pressure-sensitive microsphere technology. Imagine labels that can be effortlessly removed without leaving visible residue, markings, or damage. With H.B. Fuller Gel-Tac microsphere adhesives ready-to-go formulation, photo albums, consumer advertising, masking tapes, wall or window decals, graphics, wallpapers, liner-less labels, and tape constructions can be easily repositioned or replaced.
Last, H.B. Fuller is presenting an addition to our recently launched Earthic portfolio, our sustainable product brand for many packaging applications. Swiftmelt Earthic9010E is our circular hot melt PSA for labels that is a near zero CO? pressure-sensitive adhesive that helps lower overall CO2 operations impact while responding to the demanding packaging requirements. Note that final calculations are still being validated, but we can discuss further with one of our experts if you are interested in knowing more about this adhesive impact. The product offers excellent performance on a wide range of substrates and excellent adhesion at low temperatures, and it is based on 80% fossil-free adhesive.