The timelessness of EVA hot-melt adhesives
The world of hot-melt adhesives has seen significant changes in the past few decades, from new materials to advanced manufacturing processes. But in this ever-changing landscape, ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) hot-melt adhesives have proven to be timeless classics. Their range of applications and efficiency remain unsurpassed today, and they remain a first-class choice for various industries – from floristryand DIY to industrial packaging systems.
The beginnings of EVA hot-melt adhesives
The first thermoplastic hot-melt adhesives entered the market in the 1960s. The rapid development of production processes required the creation of new adhesives. Here, the ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers have proven themselves as a raw material for EVA hot-melt adhesives. Through clever formulation of the base polymer from ethylene and vinyl acetate, inexpensive adhesives could be produced. Continuous improvement of the recipes increased both the adhesion and the cohesive properties of these adhesives.
The durability of EVA hot-melt adhesives
Although change was predicted with the advent of mPO-based adhesives, EVA hot-melt adhesives have held their own. Even after two decades, they are still in use, while mPO-based adhesives have only partially replaced them. This durability speaks for the proven properties of EVA hot-melt adhesives.
The strengths of EVA hot-melt adhesives in detail
- Attractive price-performance ratio: EVA hot-melt adhesives offer an unbeatable combination of quality and cost-effectiveness, making them particularly attractive for companies looking for cost-effective solutions.
- Short opening and setting times: In the fast-moving world of production, short curing times are crucial. EVA hot-melt adhesives offer exactly that – fast open and setting times that speed up the production process.
- Proven technology and excellent adhesion: EVA hot-melt adhesives have proven themselves over decades. Their excellent adhesion capabilities, even on difficult surfaces, make them a reliable choice in many different applications.
- Wide formulation options: The versatility of EVA hot-melt adhesives is demonstrated by their ability to be used in a wide range of applications. From the construction industry to floristry, they offer solutions for a wide range of requirements.
In today’s automated world, where efficiency and cost savings are a decisive factor, EVA hot-melt adhesives remain a constant. Their lower cost and proven performance make them an unbeatable tool in high-volume production processes. Regardless of how the technology develops, EVA hot-melt adhesives will continue to play a key role for a long time – today, tomorrow and in the future.
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