Polymer adhesive Bostik

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Bostik, the world’s n°3 in industrial adhesives, is Arkema’s largest acquisition, completed in February 2015. This new Arkema business contributes to the Group’s ambition to become the world leader in specialty chemicals. Industrial adhesives Bostik develops adhesive technologies and high value-added bonding solutions in five indistrial areas: Nonwovens for hygiene and personal care products (adhesives in babies diapers, feminine care products, etc.) Flexible packaging and industrial lamination Rigid packaging Bonding in transportation applications Self-adhesive applications (labels, tapes). Adhesives for building and construction Bostik assists construction professionals in their development or renovation projects with a wide range of solutions for: Primers for floors (treatment of cracks, moisture barriers, screeds, etc) Adhesives and finishing products for soft floor coverings, tiles and parquet flooring Primers for walls, wallpaper and wall covering adhesives Airtight and watertight sealants for buildings. Adhesives for DIY, repair, decoration & crafts Bostik is a major player in today’s retail world and markets its glues in DIY and home improvement shops and retail outlets under strong local brands (Sader®, Quelyd®, Evo-Stik®, Fortaleza®). Its solutions are used to bond everyday objects, equip and decorate interiors, renovate floors and walls, etc. Bostik allocates 2.7% of its sales to research. The Company runs three R&D centers (France, China, United States), as well as eleven application technical centers. In total, over 400 researchers work on next generation adhesives.