ST. PAUL, Minn., March 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- H.B. Fuller
Company (NYSE: FUL), a leading global adhesives provider, announced
today that it has signed a memorandum of understanding to enter
into cross distribution agreements for flexible packaging products
in several countries with Plexbond Quimica S/A in Brazil.
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H.B. Fuller and Plexbond will
partner to leverage each company's skills and capabilities to
benefit the flexible packaging market in South America. As flexible packaging
converters continue to seek adhesives to help reduce packaging
materials, contain shipping costs and address environmental
concerns, the enhanced product portfolio and expertise of
H.B. Fuller and Plexbond will help
them to better address the South American market's evolving
needs.
"We are very enthusiastic about our new collaboration with
Plexbond," says Juan Lam, business
director for H.B. Fuller's Packaging
business in Latin America. "Our
combined skills and efforts will further our vision to provide
highly specialized adhesive formulations, an optimized line of
adhesive technologies and technical support to customers throughout
South America."
About H.B. Fuller Company:
For 125 years, H.B. Fuller has
been a leading global adhesives provider focusing on perfecting
adhesives, sealants and other specialty chemical products to
improve products and lives. Recognized for unmatched technical
support and innovation, H.B. Fuller
brings knowledge and strength to help its customers find precisely
the right formulation for the right performance. With fiscal 2011
net revenue of $1.6 billion,
H.B. Fuller serves customers in
packaging, hygiene, paper converting, general assembly,
woodworking, construction and consumer businesses. For more
information, visit us at hbfuller.com, read our blog, follow
GlueTalk on Twitter or like us on Facebook.
About Plexbond Quimica S/A:
Plexbond Quimica S/A is an innovative company that develops
chemical polyurethane specialties with high technology and is a
company ready to supply the market needs. The company's goal is to
be the best option for customers looking for quality, speed,
efficiency and pioneering. In four years, the company
consolidated its brand in the PU laminating adhesives market.
Furthermore, Plex provides its know-how on research, product
development and manufacturing of polyester. Plex counts with a
highly qualified team with many years of expertise in the Brazilian
market. For more information, please visit our website
www.plexbond.com.br.
Nathan Weaver
General Manager, Latin America Adhesives
+506-2216 6230
nathan.weaver@hbfuller.com
Kimberlee Sinclair
Director, Corporate Relations
+1 612 845 5342
kimberlee.sinclair@hbfuller.com
SOURCE H.B. Fuller Company