Adhesives are a versatile and essential component of modern packaging, contributing to efficiency, aesthetics, and functionality of a wide range of products.
They are indeed used as ancillary materials complimenting the primary packaging. Play a crucial role in packaging solutions, used to join surfaces together, create airtight seals and enhance overall integrity.

Types of Adhesives for Packaging:

Hot Melt Adhesives: These are solid at room temperature but become liquid when heated. They are commonly used for sealing cartons and corrugated boxes.
Water-Based Adhesives: These are environmentally friendly and widely used for labeling, laminating, and paper-based packaging.
Solvent-Based Adhesives: These contain solvents that evaporate after application, leaving a strong bond. They are used for various packaging applications.
Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives (PSAs): These adhesives remain tacky and adhere instantly to surfaces upon application of pressure. They are used in labels, tapes, and self-adhesive materials.

Benefits of Adhesive in Packaging:

Strong Bonds: Adhesives create reliable bonds between different packaging materials, such as paper, plastic, metal, and glass.
Sealing: Adhesives provide airtight and moisture-resistant seals, preserving the contents of packages.
Flexibility: Adhesives can bond irregular or non-uniform surfaces effectively.
Reduced Packaging Weight: Adhesives can replace traditional mechanical fasteners, reducing overall packaging weight and material usage.
Enhanced Appearance: Adhesives can enable cleaner and more aesthetically pleasing packaging designs without visible fasteners.

Applications of Adhesives in Packaging:

Mono Cartons & Case Sealing
Flexible Packaging
Labeling
Casing and Tray Packaging
Tamper-Evident Seals
Reinforcement
Bundle Packaging
Palletizing Solution