When deciding which running shoe to buy, perhaps the most important feature of the shoe is its midsole. You can’t see the midsole (it is sandwiched between the outsole and the insole), but it is largely responsible for the cushioning your feet, knees, hips and entire body receive each time your feet hit the ground.

The global packaging adhesives market size was valued at USD 10.69 billion in 2018 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.8% from 2019 to 2025.

The main type of “bunker” oil for ships is heavy fuel oil, derived as a residue from crude oil distillation. Crude oil contains sulphur which, following combustion in the engine, ends up in ship emissions.

The ability of thermoplastics to be incredibly flexible, while remaining tear-resistant, makes them perfect for use in the manufacturing of a wide variety of cables.

If you are looking to make the switch to hot melt adhesives for your business’s packaging and shipping needs, then you are already on the right track for cutting your packaging costs.

The PSA market in Asia-Pacific was estimated at USD 3,991.5 million in 2017. The market is anticipated to register significant growth over 2018 to 2023 (the forecast period), at a CAGR of 7.52%.

The market for hot-melt adhesives is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.31%, during the forecast period of 2019–2024. Major factors driving the market studied are the increasing demand from the automotive and packaging industries in Asia-Pacific and the rising environmental concerns regarding solvent-borne adhesives.

The standard vehicle assembly uses over 33 pounds of adhesives! Most of these are used inside the car to secure liners, trim, carpet, and, of course, seating.

​The South America PUR hot-melt adhesives market is expected to register a CAGR of 6.06% during the forecast period, 2018-2023.

Global Flexographic Printing Plate Market to witness a CAGR of 7.8% during 2018-2024

The Europe hot-melt adhesives market is expected to register a CAGR of 5.52%, by revenue, during the forecast period (2019-2024). Major factors driving the market studied are the increasing demand from the automotive industry and the packaging sector.

Polyurethane hot melts are being used more and more in industries from high volume manufacturing to DIY and home repair. This is because PUR hot melts have some amazing characteristics that appeal to a huge set of users. PUR hot melts are non-toxic, quick setting, offer great temperature and weather resistance and are affordable at any volume requirement.