10/10/2012
Henkel Expands Line-up to Redefine Indian Flexi Pack Laminating & Coating Industry
10th October, Chennai: Henkel Adhesive Technologies India launched an extended line up of laminates and coating productsboth solvent and water based that are immensely beneficial to the flexi pack laminating process. One of the world’s largest providers of adhesives, Henkel has a wide portfolio of products and applications that cater to a whole spectrum from manufacturing anaerobic adhesives, cyanoacrylate, polymer composites and seal laminating adhesives.
The definitive range includesElectron Beam Coatings Liofol OP 1329, HeatSealLiofolRange, CAC 4644, a water-based emulsion for laminating film/or paperand Liofol LA 7749 & UR 6020. The introduction of the expanded line-up in the Indian market is a reflection of the faith Henkel customers repose in the products. It is also an affirmation of Henkel’s commitment to innovation, quality and perfection.
The line-up was unveiled by Mr. Thomas Auris, Senior VP, Asia-Pacific, Henkel Group. The EB Coatings or Electron Beam Cured Coatings Liofol OP 1329 is a state of the art radiation cure technology coating. EB coating is superior to UV coating in terms of food safety. This coating helps to reduce the 3-ply laminate to 2-ply and a 2-ply to a mono-web, by enabling surface printing without the risk of print scuffing. It is mono-component grade, having near infinite pot life and is processed at a room temperature and affords attractive optics whether high gloss or matt.
HeatSealLiofolRange of Coatings is water based and solvent based for lidding. This finds application chiefly in yoghurt cups lids and blister packs of medicine tablets. The lacquer is applied as a coating on a substrate which is then sealed through heat and pressure. Substrates can range from aluminum to various kind of plastics and papers. The cup stock can be Polyester, Polystyrene, PVC, Polypropylene, PE, PAper etc and a range of heat seal coating has been designed to optimise the various combinations of cups, lids and the products to be packed. The coatings conform to the relevant food safety regulation pertinent to direct contact with food.
CAC 4644, a water based wet lamination adhesive works on different types of paper like glassine, chromo art, poster, etc. and has extremely low odour level. It is environment friendly and is a single component requiring practically no dilution and mixing.
Liofol LA 7749 / UR 6020 is the latest offering from the Liofol Solvent Free Adhesives range which is a cold applied (35-40 deg C) and has excellent wettability. It gives good optics in metalized films and foil. It can be run at high speeds in the machine increasing productivity.
The Liofol brand under Henkel is a 40 year old brand today because it has consistently delivered performance and quality to its stakeholders. It is trusted by the packaging industry from the Americas to Europe and Asia. In spite of a slowing global economy, India has been a rapidly growing market, with the size of the packaging industry being pegged at USD 18.8 billion and growing at 15% per annum.
For Henkel, India is central to the APAC region and presents a huge opportunity. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Ashish Pradhan, Business Director, Henkel Indiaaverred, “One of the key focus areas for Henkel is On Site Services that include Start-up and technical support during production and start-through assistance of qualified Henkel specialists. This is a key differentiator and definite value add for customer.”
A detailed start-up protocol is part of Henkel service and it includes individual technical training on clients production lines by Henkel specialists. This also includes troubleshooting analysis with quality control support for optimal processing with quality check of produced parts and detailed test reports. The focus is on application, development and evaluation of improvements inadhesive processing. The joint analysis of current production process ensures maximum efficiency control options and optimization of processes.
About HenkelIndia
Henkel Adhesive Technologies India Private Limited is the market leader in adhesives, sealants and surface treatments for consumers, craftsmen, and industrial applications. Headquartered in Mumbai, Henkel has a well balanced portfolio of international, regional and local products that are used in diverse segments ranging from electronics, automotive, manufacturing aerospace to biomedical industries. Well-known brands include Loctite, Teroson and Bonderite. Under the Cosmetics/Toiletries division, Henkel portfolio includes Schwarzkopf Professional and Indola Professional. Henkel Adhesive Technologies India Private Limited is a subsidiary of Henkel AG & Co.KGaA Germany.
Henkel operates worldwide with leading brands and technologies in three business areas: Laundry &Home Care, Beauty Care and Adhesive Technologies. Founded in 1876, Henkel holds globallyleading market positions both in the consumer and industrial businesses with well-known brands suchas Persil, Schwarzkopf and Loctite. Henkel employs about 47,000 people and reported sales of15,605 million euros and adjusted operating profit of 2,029 million euros in fiscal 2011. Henkel’spreferred shares are listed in the German stock index DAX
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