Envelope Adhesives Explained in Comprehensive Brochure from National Adhesives
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BRIDGEWATER, NJ, Dec 18: A new brochure from National Adhesives provides a general summary of the various types of adhesives or "gums" that are used to manufacture envelopes in the U.S.
The eight-page brochure, entitled "Envelope Adhesives 101," explains the critical role adhesives play in quality envelope manufacturing and provides information on the five most common types of adhesives used in envelope production. It also explains the function of specialty adhesives designed for applications such as X-ray film storage envelopes, archival envelopes and envelopes made with translucent paper stocks.
Information on the adhesive properties required for various envelope applications is provided. In addition, the brochure provides adhesive formulation data, a coating-weight chart for various paper stocks, as well as a chart that details the layflat, dry film thickness, adhesion, humidity resistance, tack, appearance and other characteristics of different adhesive types. Illustrations and photographs of various envelope types are included.
Additionally, the brochure explains the best practices for the handling and storage of finished envelopes and includes answers to 12 commonly asked questions regarding envelopes and envelope adhesives.
For a free copy of "Envelope Adhesives 101," contact National Adhesives Information Center, One Matrix Drive, Monroe, NJ 08831. Call 1-800-797-4992. Fax 1-609-409-5699. E-mail: nscinquiry@salessupport.com.
National Adhesives is a unit of National Starch and Chemical Company, which had worldwide sales of $3.34 billion in 2005. National Adhesives offers hot melt, liquid emulsion and solvent-borne solution adhesives to customers worldwide. National Adhesives' products are based on polyurethane, acrylic, rubber, ethylene vinyl acetate, epoxy, polyvinyl acetate and starch and dextrin chemistries. National has its headquarters in Bridgewater, NJ, and is a member of the ICI Group.
Editorial Contacts:
Dave Manion
908-685-5395
dave.manion@nstarch.com
Martin Torbert
908-685-5185
martin.torbert@nstarch.com
