ADVANCES IN SOLVENTLESS ADHESIVES THOMAS R. MUELLER ROHM HAAS

摘要

The benefits of solventless adhesives become more apparent every day in our current environment. By switching from solvent based adhesives a converter will gain the following:Total elimination of solvent emissions and the related costs of either solvent recovery or incineration.Reduced energy costs with the elimination of drying ovens.Meet environmental regulations and eliminate the need for EPA permits.Lower the adhesive application weight No retained solvents due to the adhesive.Faster line speeds.Favorable health and safety characteristics resulting in lower insurance costs.Greatly reduced adhesive waste and easy disposal.Promotion of the "green " image of packaging.