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UPM to begin operations near New Delhi in 2026

ADHESIVES By Divya Subramaniam

The investment enhances UPM Adhesive Materials’ service capability in Northern and Eastern India and reinforces its commitment to the entire Indian market

Arofine Polymers outlines sustainability-led adhesive roadmap at Pamex

SUSTAINABILITY ADHESIVES By Noel D'Cunha

Arofine Polymers is highlighting its new adhesive technologies focused on recyclability, barrier coatings and higher machine speeds, with managing director Arjun Nadkarni outlining plans to commercialise transfer metallisation adhesives later this year

Chemline showcases paper cup stocks at Pamex

SUSTAINABILITY ADHESIVES By Divya Subramaniam

Chemline, a Delhi-based adhesives and coatings company, is drawing attention at Pamex 2026 with its expanding portfolio of sustainable and India-made solutions. Speaking on Day 3 of the exhibition, Mohammed Rajiv Shaikh, business head of the company, said visitor response has been encouraging, particularly on the second day of the show. “While the first day was comparatively lighter, the second day saw a good footfall and strong engagement from customers,” Shaikh said.

Super Bond Adhesives showcases its HMPSA range at Pamex

ADHESIVES By Jiya Somaiya

Super Bond Adhesives is showcasing its new, locally manufactured HMPSA range and recyclable polyolefin-based solutions at Pamex 2026.

Product of the month: The UV portfolio from UFlex Chemicals

ADHESIVES INK & COATINGS LABELS PAPER & PULP By Rahul Kumar

The UV portfolio from UFlex Chemicals Business delivers compatibility, customisation, sustainability, LED efficiency, versatility on paper/films and global competitiveness, supported by technical service, says Rajesh Srivastava of UFlex.

Bobst unveils VisionFFG 1024 during VIP Demo Days

ADHESIVES MACHINERY By PrintWeek Team

The company has reached a significant milestone with the formal launch of VisionFFG 1024, an extension to its current flexo folder-gluer portfolio in the region.

UPM to showcase adhesive material performance at Labelexpo Asia

ADHESIVES By Rahul Kumar

UPM Adhesive Materials, formerly known as UPM Raflatac, returns to Labelexpo Asia 2025, taking place in Shanghai on 2-5 December. Under the theme, Connecting with your ambition, the company will demonstrate at its stand E3 L12 how its adhesive material performance, adhesive expertise and reliable services connect with customer ambitions.

The hidden cost of cheap binds: How fillers are ruining bookbinding

ADHESIVES By Dibyajyoti Sarma

In the competitive world of print, the pursuit of lower costs often leads to unforeseen consequences. On the eve of the Bindwel open house in Bengaluru, book-binding expert Suresh Nair shared his thoughts on "The Hidden Cost of Cheap Binds: How Fillers Are Ruining Bookbinding". Nair said he hopes to light on a silent culprit undermining the durability and appearance of books: fillers in adhesives and paper.

Made In India: Super Bond Adhesives

ADHESIVES By Rahul Kumar

Established in 1974, Super Bond Adhesives meets the needs of multiple industries. The company manufactures a range of adhesives, which includes hotmelt adhesives, water-based adhesives, and rubber-based adhesives, Priyank Agarwal, the director of Super Bond Adhesives shares the 50 journey of the Wada-based factory with Rahul Kumar

PrintPack 2025: Arofine Polymers launches adhesive for FFGs

ADHESIVES By PrintWeek Team

Arofine is seeing good traction in pasting adhesives, it will be expanding its plant’s capacity in 2025.

PrintPack 2025: MCS continues to expand with Kalpatharu Chemicals

ADHESIVES By Anhata Rooprai

MCS, a South Korean adhesives manufacturer, and its Chennai-based partner, Kalpatharu Chemicals, supply sustainable adhesives across industries in India.

Hubergroup launches cold foil silver and gold adhesives for FCM applications

ADHESIVES By PrintWeek Team

These adhesives are powered by Hubergroup's UV-curing cold foil adhesives, NewV lac MGA to provide sharp definition.

PrintPack 2025: Sumukha to showcase synthetic glue

ADHESIVES By PrintWeek Team

At PrintPack India 2025, Sumukha Hitech Products Industry will showcase its synthetic glue.

PrintPack 2025: HB Fuller to launch adhesive for mono cartons

ADHESIVES By PrintWeek Team

HB Fuller will launch its Advantra 9217 at PrintPack India 2025.

Labelexpo 2024: Henkel displays Technomelt 8011

ADHESIVES By PrintWeek Team

At Labelexpo India, being held on 14-17 November at the India Expo Centre in Greater Noida, Henkel launched its latest innovation, Technomelt 8011, a high-performance hotmelt pressure-sensitive adhesive. This product is tailored for labelstock applications, offering tack, peel strength, and die-cutting for flatbed and rotary dies.