Timeline of Innovation

Outlined below are just some of the key innovations that sets us apart from every other adhesive manufacturer in the world. Our commitment to innovation in the areas of product development, adhesive delivery methods, software and other technology provides a unique client experience that is unmatched. Check out our newest products and innovations.

  • 2021

    Grand opening of our Innovation Center.

  • 2020

    Introduction of the Simalfa Web Store: Simple, Quick, and Secure purchase of select products online.

  • 2019

    Introduction of Simalfa CR-free adhesives. The first CR-free one and two component adhesive for foam-bonding.

    Introduction of Simalfa 301. A solvent-free, pressure-sensitive water-based adhesive used for the bonding of foams, upholstery materials and more.

  • 2018

    Zero dry time. Introduction of the latest IR technology – produce, cover and roll pack immediately. Three different products in the category, designed to meet every client’s needs. Simple, clean, amazing innovation.

  • 2017

    Introduction of Simalfa 822-OF {Overspray Free}. The 2-component adhesive system that eliminates overspray via chemistry. Huge advantage over competitors who try to accomplish via equipment + operators.

  • 2016

    Introduction of Simalfa 338. The first roll coater adhesive with super high tack. Allows manufacturers to build foam encased mattresses without spraying adhesive. Simple, clean, amazing innovation. Super-fast drying adhesive allows clients to roll coat, assemble and roll pack immediately for high production speed and quality.

  • 2015

    Introduction of Simalfa 820-OF {Overspray Free}. The first 2-Component (2K) adhesive system that eliminates overspray via chemistry. Huge advantage over competitors who try to accomplish via equipment.

    Introduction of Simalfa 810. A super-fast drying roll coater adhesive. Allows clients to roll coat, assemble and roll pack immediately for high production speed and quality.

  • 2014

    Introduction of Simalfa 310. The first single component adhesive with the instant tack of both a solvent based adhesive or 2-Component water based adhesive.

    Incredible instant bond/tack on double and single sided applications.

  • 2013

    Improved shelf life of SIMALFA 321: water based adhesive for spray application, excellent adhesion and tack on polyolefin plastics like PP and PE, wood and metal.

  • 2012

    Introduction of Simalfa 315-OF {Overspray Free}. The first dispersion-based "Frost Resistant" wet contact adhesive for foam bonding. The adhesive is frost resistant up to 5F/-15C. Exceptional instant bond/tack on double and single sided applications.

  • 2011

    Introduction of the On-Demand System (1-Part Plus). Development and introduction of SIMALFA 303: water based adhesive for spray application.

  • 2010

    Development and introduction of SIMALFA 302: water based adhesive for spray application.

    Development and introduction of Simalfa "OF" (Overspray Free) technology.

    Patent application - Freeze Stable Technology

  • 2009

    Development and introduction of SIMALFA UV technology: water based adhesive for spray and roll application with visibility by black light. First demo at Interzum 2009 Cologne

    Design and introduction of the SIMALFA Pressure Cube.

  • 2008

    Development and introduction of SIMALFA 325: water based adhesive for spray application with excellent softness of glue line.

    Development and introduction of SIMALFA 745: water based adhesive for plastic laminates and wood veneers. First Introduced at IWF 2008 - Atlanta.

    GREENGUARD Gold Certified®

  • 2007

    Development and introduction of SIMALFA 335: water based adhesive for spray and roll application. First introduced at K-Fair 2007 in Düsseldorf

    Grant of Canadian Patent 2292219; adhesive dispensing system - Free Flowing System.

  • 2006

    Development and introduction of SIMALFA 805 and SIMALFA 807: water based adhesive for roll application.

    Development and introduction of SIMALFA 308FR: water based adhesive with special flame retardant for transportation industry.

  • 2005

    Development and introduction of SIMALFA 3083: water based adhesive for spray application with highest instant tack and very soft glue line. First introduced at Interzum 2005 in Cologne.

  • 2004

    Development and introduction of SIMALFA 321: water based adhesive for spray application, excellent adhesion and tack on polyolefin plastics like PP and PE, wood and metal.

  • 2003

    Development and introduction of SIMALFA 800, roll application one side adhesive with higher instant tack

  • 2002

    Development and introduction of SIMALFA 3096: worlds first water based adhesive roll application on CR base.

  • 2001

    Grant of US Patent 6319352; water based adhesives with instant tack + bond.

    Development and introduction of SIMALFA 4558: water based adhesive for spray application with high instant tack and extremely soft glue line.

  • 2000

    Grant of US Patent 6042024; gravity feed adhesive dispensing system - Free Flowing System

    ISO Certified

  • 1999

    Grant of US Patent 5868319; gravity feed adhesive dispensing system - Free Flowing System

  • 1998

    Development and introduction of Simalfa 330: water based adhesive for spray application, excellent instant tack and bond on wood substrates. First introduced at IWF 1998 - Atlanta.

  • 1997

    Grant of Euro Patent 634624; water based adhesives with instant tack + bond.

  • 1996

    Design and introduction of the Cost Monitoring System (CMS).

  • 1995

    Development and introduction of SIMALFA 309: water based adhesive for spray application with higher instant tack. First introduced at Interzum 95 Cologne

  • 1994

    First Pressure Assist adhesive delivery system introduced.

  • 1993

    Development and introduction of SIMALFA 308: world's first water based adhesive for spray application with instant tack! First introduced at Interzum 1993 in Cologne

  • 1989

    The start of SIMALFA development: solvent free, water based adhesive with instant tack

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