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24 February 2025

What are oil additives?

Oil additives are an important component of any oil formulation that provide key properties such as lubricity, viscosity control, efficiency, and longevity.

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4 September 2024

PU soles have conquered the shoe industry—and the market keeps growing

Polyurethane (PU) soles aren’t just affordable—they’re also light, durable, and flexible, and they’re the most popular footwear material available.

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3 July 2024

What is a tackifier?

Tackifiers are the key components that make adhesives stick and contribute properties like viscosity, stability, and more.

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8 May 2024

What is a hot melt adhesive (HMA)?

Hot melt adhesives are versatile, quick-setting adhesives with applications ranging from packaging and bookbinding to electronics and automobiles.

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