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6. 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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13. 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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23. September 2023

What are polymer adhesives?

Polymer adhesives are bonding agents made up of polymers. They can be formulated to have specific properties for various industry applications.

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