Enhancing Carbon Footprint and Design Freedom in Paper Laminations
Presented by Eric Hair, Henkel Corporation
The packaging industry is striving to design solutions that are both sustainable and high-performing. One critical challenge is enabling paper-based laminations that are easier to repulp while minimizing environmental impact. This presentation introduces a breakthrough adhesive technology that combines low coating weight with a solventless formulation, delivering a unique balance of design freedom and sustainability. By eliminating solvents and reducing adhesive usage, this approach significantly lowers emissions and energy consumption compared to water-based systems, supporting industry goals for circularity and carbon reduction. Attendees will learn about trends in paper lamination adoption, why solventless technology reduces overall package carbon footprint, and enables greater design flexibility for making recyclable/repulpable paper laminations.
