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|  | Franklin Franklin Adhesives & Polymers is giving visitors to Labelexpo Americas 2010 three new reasons to stop by booth 1651 during the show this year: We are showcasing a trio of revolutionary new PSA technologies at the booth that offer coating, converting and packaging companies exciting new options in repositionable and permanent adhesives. Making their debut at the show are Micronax microsphere repositionable adhesives, Acrynax acrylic polymer hot melt permanent PSAs and APE-free Covinax permanent PSAs. <read more> |
|  | Franklin Adhesives & Polymers makes it easy for you to meet CARB requirements when assembling your plywood and lamination products with the new Plywood Line, a first-of-its kind lineup of seven CARB-compliant adhesives. <read more> |
|  | Franklin Adhesives & Polymers' Covinax 462 ranked in the top ten products to capture interest of subscribers to PFFC's E-Clips email newsletter for 2009. See our article in PFFC magazine on page 49 of the March issue or click to read it online. |
 | Franklin’s products meet and many times exceed applicable ASTM standards impacting our wood market. The standards that most commonly impact our wood markets for exterior uses are described in this brochure as well as the test methods used to show passage. Please contact us if you need additional information about any standards impacting wood markets we serve. <read more> |
 | New! Tote Packaging Franklin is pleased to announce an improvement in our tote packaging. We are currently phasing out our corrugated totes known as Bulkdrum II (BDII) and transitioning into a recycled cage-and-bottle tote from the world leader in industrial packaging, Schuetz. Unlike corrugated totes, Schuetz Ecobulk totes can be stored (empty or full) outside without worry of damage from the elements. The new tote packaging is 100% recyclable. We are proud to be offering you such green, environmentally friendly packaging. <read more> |
 | The summer months can be described as hot and humid in most places. Heat and humidity will have an effect on the setting rate and handling characteristics of wood adhesives as well. <read more> |
 | With new Micronax microsphere technology, Franklin Adhesives & Polymers brings a new level of repositionability to adhesives for use in a wide array of applications, from product decorations to wall decals. This division of Franklin International can customize microspheres to meet unique requirements for customers. <read more>
Sign makers aren’t the only ones who will be signing up to use the latest Covinax pressure sensitive adhesive. Although developed especially for use on vinyl, including vinyl letters for signs, Covinax 404 also works extremely well as a permanent general-purpose adhesive. <read more> The revolutionary new Acrynax line of acrylic polymer hot melt adhesives provides an environmentally safe alternative to solvent-based products for diverse medical and industrial applications. Acrynax offers a variety of performance choices and can be used as formulated or as an additive to other polymers. <read more> |
 | Franklin Adhesives & Polymers, a division of Franklin International, is unveiling its new Plywood Line, a first-of-its-kind selection of seven CARB-compliant adhesives for plywood products, at IWF 2010. The line includes PVA adhesives, a new EPI product – and the division’s first-ever bio-modified PVA adhesives, using soy. All adhesives in the line are eligible for LEED credits. Franklin Adhesives & Polymers, offers wood window manufacturers a peek at Advantage Trio, a line of three adhesives in the renowned Advantage family of wood adhesives that maximize productivity and product quality. <read more>
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