As companies work toward smarter, more sustainable production, even the smallest components of the supply chain play a crucial role — including the adhesives that hold materials together. Henkel’s concentrated adhesive technology offers a transformative way to reduce waste, lower emissions, and enhance efficiency, helping businesses move closer to their sustainability objectives without compromising on performance.
At the centre of this shift is Henkel’s Aquence range of concentrated adhesives, specifically developed for tissue and towel applications. These products are designed to maximise operational value while delivering strong environmental benefits. Unlike traditional liquid adhesives, Aquence products are supplied in a dry, water-free format. This simple change brings powerful advantages across the supply chain.
- Reduced Environmental Footprint
By removing water from the formula before transport, Aquence powders dramatically reduce shipping weight and volume. Less weight on the road means fewer emissions, and the impact is significant: using Aquence can cut CO₂ output by up to 77% compared to conventional water-based adhesives. This reduction allows businesses to meaningfully shrink the environmental footprint of their production processes without altering how the adhesive performs. - Smarter Logistics and Storage
The compact, dry format also brings notable improvements to handling and storage. Aquence adhesives take up far less space in the warehouse, extending storage life and simplifying inventory management. When required, the adhesive can be easily reconstituted with water on-site, eliminating the need to transport unnecessary weight. This not only streamlines logistics but also reduces packaging waste and lowers overall transport costs. - High-Performance Results
Despite the lighter footprint, Aquence adhesives deliver the same dependable lamination strength and application performance as their liquid counterparts. Select products in the range go even further by incorporating up to 83% biobased raw materials, offering manufacturers a more sustainable choice without sacrificing reliability or efficiency. This ensures that businesses can maintain the quality of their end products while adopting more responsible production methods.
By transitioning to concentrated adhesives for tissue and towel applications, organisations can optimise transport, free up storage capacity, and reduce the risks associated with handling liquids. The combination of robust performance and a more sustainable profile makes Aquence an ideal solution for manufacturers seeking to modernise their operations and advance toward greener production practices.
In a landscape where sustainability expectations continue to rise, Aquence concentrated adhesives provide a straightforward, high-impact way to reduce environmental impact and increase efficiency. It’s a simple switch — and one that delivers meaningful, long-lasting results across the entire supply chain.
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