Henkel at Productronica: to Showcase its Technomelt Range of Products for Electrical Applications and more

High-performance hotmelts and silicones will be at the center of Henkels exhibits at the 2013 productronica trade show, which takes place in Munich, Germany, from November 12 to 15 this year. The company will be showcasing its new range of products for electrical applications under the Technomelt and Loctite brands. Offering the benefits of high transparency, some are particularly suitable for lighting applications.

Henkel is the inventor of "Macromelt Molding," a technology that was first used and a quarter of a century ago to encapsulate a cable harness in the engine compartment of an automobile of French car manufacturer Citroen. Since that time, the companys molding products have undergone continuous improvement, constantly adapting to the needs of their customer industries. There, great importance is attached not just to the performance but also and increasingly to the sustainability of Henkels products, which consist of up to 80 percent renewable raw materials.

Nowadays, the brand in question is Technomelt, and this will also loom large at the trade fair, with several innovations on show.

Permanent high transparency or glowing white

Technomelt AS 4226 is crystal clear and durable enough to stay that way. It is resistant to UV radiation, moisture and extreme weathering. With its transparency and robustness, this innovation from Henkel is ideal for the encapsulation of luminants such as modern LEDs destined for service in the wide outdoors. Street lamps and tunnel luminaires are among the possible applications. Because of the good adhesion afforded to various substrates, high encapsulation ratings of up to IP 67 can be achieved.

And new Technomelt PA 668, which is white in color, exhibits similar properties. It is the only product of its type in the market to offer extreme UV resistance, ensuring that it consistently retains its pure white appearance. PA 668 can also be used in lighting applications in which powerful light reflection is an essential feature.

Flame retardant and self-extinguishing Te