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Explore key trends in the automotive future at Henkel EPIC Customer Days

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As the automotive industry faces unprecedented levels of disruption and innovation, it has never been more vital to stay abreast of the new challenges, opportunities and best practices that are reshaping the sector. This is why Henkel, a global leader in adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings for the automotive industry, is proud to present its EPIC Customer Days, an interactive Virtual Fair created to keep its automotive partners and customers ahead of the game.

Held on December 7-8 between 9.00-15.00 EST, the unique two-day event features presentations on key trends in the industry delivered by analysts at Frost & Sullivan and subject matter specialists at Henkel. Breakout discussion sessions will also provide opportunities for participants to learn from the experts and discuss hot topics in vehicle manufacturing.

In a keynote presentation entitled ‘Key Trends: The Future of the Automotive Industry’, Benny Daniel, Business Unit Leader-MOADS (NA); Vice President Consulting Mobility, from Frost & Sullivan will provide an essential overview of the developments and forces influencing global automotive markets. Over the course of the two-day program, webinars and break-out discussions hosted by Henkel technical experts will take a deeper dive into day-to-day challenges, presenting sustainable solutions for vehicle exteriors, interiors and powertrains.

Topics covered include:

–  Developing a Bond You Can Trust – Automotive Interiors – Presented by Elena Glik
– Keys to Successfully Sealing the Powertrain Components with Elastomeric Gaskets – Presented by Scott Simmons
– Sonderhoff FIPFG: A Henkel Turnkey Solution – Presented by Patrick Jeuriens
– Adhesive Technologies for Automotive Exteriors – Presented by Elena Glik
– Retaining Shaft Mounted Components- including Splines – Presented by Scott Simmons
– Light Weighting Metals for High Performance and Sustainable Applications – Therese Niemi

Henkel adhesives gain RecyClass approval for recyclability

Henkel adhesives gain RecyClass approval for recyclability

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Technology approval for Loctite Liofol laminating adhesives enables better recyclability and more second life options after use for flexible packaging

Two Henkel adhesives from the Loctite Liofol RE range for use in flexible packaging have been recognized by RecyClass as fully compatible with existing recycling processes for polyethylene (PE). The development of these adhesives ensures that flexible packaging can be recycled into higher quality plastics, and it enables better second life options in various applications. This is a key milestone towards greater sustainability and the creation of a circular economy.

RecyClass is a comprehensive cross-industry initiative that advances plastic packaging recyclability and ensures traceability and transparency of recycled plastic content in Europe. The organization aims to establish a harmonized approach towards recycled content calculation through activities such as the rigorous scientific testing and certification of innovative materials.

“To receive the RecyClass approval, our innovative SF adhesives were extensively tested in accordance with strict scientific protocols that have confirmed their suitability for the packaging recycling process,” explained Guilherme Fernandes, Senior Manager Product Development Polyurethanes at Henkel. The Henkel solution has been tested by the RecyClass PO films Technical Committee. During the assessment, it has been reviewed how the different solvent-free laminating adhesives impact the properties of laminated LDPE film layers after recycling.

As a result, it has been confirmed that both solvent-free laminating adhesives are fully compatible with existing European industrial recycling processes for PE flexibles. Furthermore, the use of both adhesives did not have any negative impact on the quality of the recycled content and was proven to be ‘suitable for use in high quality applications such as PE blown films up to 25%.

“Our RE range of adhesives is designed to enable better recyclability of packaging,” said Alexander Bockisch, Head of Market Strategy Flexible Packaging at Henkel. “The RecyClass technology approval for our adhesives creates more transparency for packaging designers towards the use of packaging components that are truly compatible with recycling.”

To learn more about how Henkel can support more sustainable manufacturing, please visit: Adhesives enabling recycling – Henkel Adhesives (henkel-adhesives.com)

 

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Green polymer additives

Emery Oleochemicals’ Green Polymer Additives Technical Article Outlines Latest Research Study Involving Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF)

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Düsseldorf, Germany (October 6, 2021) – The latest technical article from Emery Oleochemicals’ Green Polymer Additives business has been published in the September issue of Powder Injection Moudling (PIM) International magazine. Titled “How build parameters influence the tensile strength of 316L parts produced by fused filament fabrication”, the article describes a recent research study utilizing 316L feedstock filaments based on Emery’s evolutionary binder system, conducted in partnership with CMG Technologies Ltd., UK, for the debinding, sintering and mechanical testing.

To learn more about the complete research study results and how it relates to material extrusion (MEX)-based additive manufacturing, the full technical article can be accessed and read in the September 2021 PIM online magazine issue.

About Emery Oleochemicals
Emery Oleochemicals is a leading producer of natural-based chemicals made predominantly from natural oils and fats. Our Green Polymer Additives product portfolio includes lubricants, plasticizers, viscosity depressants, antistatic and antifogging agents as well as release agents made from renewable resources. As a part of the polymer formulation, these additives enable or optimize the production process or improve the properties of the final plastics part. Our LOXIOL®, EDENOL® and EMEROX® brands are well recognized as high quality and reliable products for the plastics industry. To learn more about Emery’s comprehensive Green Polymer Additives product portfolio, visit https://greenpolymeradditives.emeryoleo.com/additives

 

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