Extrusion International 3-2022

34 Extrusion International 3/2022 Extrusion International 34 INDUSTRY NEWS  SI Group has launched REZICURE™ HYDRO T8-7900, a phenol modifed bio-based tackifer for use in water- based polychloroprene adhesives. This new addition to SI Group’s prod- uct portfolio was unveiled at the 2022 World Adhesive & Sealant Confer- ence, the premier international event for stakeholders in the adhesive and sealant industry worldwide. REZICURE™ HYDRO T8-7900 can ac- celerate flm formation and adhesive set up when formulated as a co-tacki- fer in polychloroprene adhesives. The product can improve bond strength to wood, while offering enhanced high-temperature resistance. A recent in-house study showed that increas- ing the proportion of REZICURE™ HYDRO T8-7900 to above 50%of a so- lution can improve adhesive strength in wood adhesive applications. Its compelling properties make it an excellent choice for applications that require the ability to withstand heat or need long-lasting adhesion. These capabilities, combined with its abil- ity to accelerate the drying process, mean that REZICURE™ HYDRO T8- 7900 could signifcantly improve lead - ing water-based adhesive products. “Our customers need solutions that can help them achieve new standards for performance, and we are excited about growing our range of water- based products to help our customers succeed in this vital area,” said Ken Lauffer, Adhesives Market Develop- mentDirector at SI Group. “Slowdrying time compared to the solvent is a key limitation of water-based systems. Our REZICURE™ HYDRO T8-7900 product enables adhesives to dry more rapidly, which should expand the applications for water-based adhesives.” SI Group www.siigroup.com  Vecoplan LLC, the North American subsidiary of Veco- plan AG in North Carolina, has opened an offce and a tech - nology centre in Eastvale, California. The “Vecoplan West” branch was inaugurated in mid-March and is yet another decisive step towards the Vecoplan Group’s expansion. Vecoplan LLC, with its headquarters in North Carolina, now has branches in Indiana and southern California, reinforc- ing the Vecoplan Group’s goal of becoming an even more reliable and stronger partner for its customers. Employees at the Eastvale site will be responsible for sales, service and spare parts management. “Vecoplan West” also includes a modern technology centre. “The high acceptance level and great success of our modern test centre for shredding technology at our German headquarters in Bad Marien- berg prompted us to invest in a test centre for the new U.S. branch,” says Michael Lambert, Chief Financial Offcer (CFO) of the Vecoplan Group. “Nothing convinces poten- tial customers more than a proof of concept, when they can actually see the optimal confguration of a shredder adapted to their specifc requirements.” “The opening of this branch is yet another example of our clear commitment to the U.S. market and the suc- cessful business of Vecoplan LLC,” said Werner Berens, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Vecoplan Group. “This new site brings us closer to our customers in this important region.” Vecoplan AG www.vecoplan.de Vecoplan LLC www.vecoplanllc.com REZICURE™ HYDRO T8-7900 TACKIFIER Resin Presented A Clear Commitment to the U.S. Market VecoplanLLChas openedanother branch inEastvale, California: (l-r) Michael Lambert (CFO, VecoplanGroup), FrankBoerjan (CEO, Vecoplan LLC),Werner Berens (CEO, VecoplanGroup) and theMayor of Eastvale Vecoplan canadapt any shredder tomatch the customer’s usage scenarios – togetherwith the customer in the technology centre