Adhesives are not the most elaborate or stimulating element of packaging construction, but their role is essential to overall packaging success.

By Kate Sharon

Despite the overall augmented capabilities of aqueous, UV, and EB adhesives, another kind of adhesive is still employed more often for the most demanding packaging jobs.

“Solvent acrylic adhesives continue to be the adhesive of choice where high performance is required and where the more difficult surface requirements and harsh environments are involved,” Harris said.