FOLDING CARTON ADHESIVES THAT KEEP YOUR LINE MOVING

Cartons stick together, some pop open after compression, and clogged tips stall the folder-gluer. That wasted time turns into lost cartons, extra labor, and shaken customer trust. 

We help folding carton plants stay on schedule. 

Our formulas run clean, bond fast, and stay consistent from drum to drum, so your crew keeps the line moving. We start with high-quality polymers and extensive testing, which cuts stringing, clogs, and cleanup. And when you need help, you reach a technician who knows your equipment and answers fast. 

If stickers, pop-opens, and tip clogs are draining your shift, it might be time to switch.

PUBLISHING & PRINTING
PAPER CONVERTING
PACKAGING
PUBLISHING & PRINTING
PAPER CONVERTING
PACKAGING
Folding Carton Adhesive Issues

FORMULATED TO REMEDY ANY ADHESIVE ISSUE

Folding carton lines move fast. Glue problems show up even faster. We help fix the issues that slow you down, waste material, or trigger rework.

STICKERS

Cartons stick together when glue ends up where it shouldn’t. Our adhesives run clean with consistent viscosity and tight rheology control, so placement stays sharp even at high speeds.

POP-OPENS

Cartons spring open after the compression table when the tack is too low or the setup is too slow. Our formulas grab fast and hold, even with short dwell time.

CLOGGED TIPS & FILTERS

Poor quality adhesives gum up tips and plug filters. We ensure every batch to reduce buildup, cut cleanup time, and keep your line moving.

Common Substrates

BONDS THAT HOLD ACROSS EVERY CARTON BOARD

Folding carton production uses a wide range of substrates and coatings. We match adhesives to each one, so you get strong bonds, clean running, and consistent performance.

<span>BONDS THAT HOLD</span> ACROSS EVERY CARTON BOARD

Solid Bleached Sulfate (SBS)

Performs across coated and uncoated grades. Bonds clean to gloss, matte, soft-touch, and barrier-coated stocks without bleed, staining, or setup issues.

Coated Unbleached Kraft (CUK)

Bonds reliably to its tough, fibrous surface. Helps prevent glue skipping and fiber tear, even with fast-running lines and coated finishes

Coated Natural Kraft (CNK)

Delivers high initial tack and strong final hold. Supports fast folding and clean gluing on clay-coated and polyethylene-laminated board.

Solid Unbleached Sulfate (SUS)

Maintains adhesion on high-strength board. Prevents warp, delamination, and tip clogs when running thick stock at speed.

Coated Recycled Board (CRB)

Adheres well to mixed-recovery fibers. Designed for uneven surfaces and recycled fiber variability without over-applying glue or causing edge bleed.

Clay Coated News Back (CCNB)

Handles high-speed applications on lower-cost recycled stock. Fights warping and fiber pop while keeping glue placement consistent.

Uncoated Recycled Board (URB)

Formulated for rough, absorbent surfaces. Provides hold without soaking in too deep or slowing dry time.

Thermal Mechanical Pulp (TMP)

Bonds cleanly despite high porosity and rough finish. Prevents over-penetration and maintains integrity under pressure.

Folding Caron OEMs

OEM TESTED.
OPERATOR APPROVED.

Your folding carton line depends on mechanical precision and reliable glue. We pair adhesives with top folder-gluers and dispensing systems so you get tight placement, fast drying, and fewer interruptions.

Bobst
AIM (Signature)
Heidelberg
Koenig & Bauer
B&R Moll
Chameleon
Baumer HHS
Valco Melton
WH Leary
THE PARTNER WHO <span>KEEPS YOUR LINE RUNNING.</span>
THE PARTNER WHO <span>KEEPS YOUR LINE RUNNING.</span>

THE PARTNER WHO KEEPS YOUR LINE RUNNING.

MATCHED TO YOUR LINE SPEED

Whether you're forming trays or carefully assembling parts, you'll get adhesives engineered to bond at your production pace—fast or slow.

CONSISTENT, ISO-CERTIFIED QUALITY

Every batch meets spec, runs the same, and stays clean through the line, so your operators don’t need to tweak settings or troubleshoot mid shift.

RESPONSIVE, FIELD-TESTED SUPPORT

When something breaks, we’re there. You get fast answers and real support from people who know your machines and resolve issues quickly.

CUSTOM FORMULATIONS

We don’t guess. We match adhesives to your substrates, machines, and conditions to get a product that runs right the first time, every time.

SHORT, RELIABLE LEAD TIMES

Products ship on time, every time. No delays. No scrambling. Just predictable orders that keep your production on schedule.

OEM-APPROVED COMPATIBILITY

With formulas designed to run clean on your machines, you skip trial-and-error, avoid jams, and get bonds that hold, no matter what.

FAQS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Your questions matter. Here are the answers to the most frequently asked questions about folding carton adhesives.

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Will it work on poly-coated board?

Yes. We offer adhesives made for low-dyne, poly-coated carton board. These formulas penetrate coatings and bond reliably, even on slipperiest finishes. You get clean, strong seals with no extra preparation or special line changes.

How fast can we get product?

Most folding carton formulas ship next day from our ISO-certified facility. We stock common grades so you don’t lose days waiting. For most orders placed before noon, you’ll have product at your door within two business days.

Can you support us during trial and startup?

Yes. We send a sample ahead of time. Then we join your trial run, go on-site, and work with you until performance is dialed in. That includes setup help, troubleshooting, and tuning. You get hands-on support, not just a product delivery.

Can you match or improve my current adhesive?

Yes. Our lab analyzes your adhesive to the molecular level. Then we recommend a ready-to-use product or develop a custom formula. That means you get equivalent or better performance with no surprise changes in how your line runs.

What is the shelf life of your folding carton adhesives?

Most aqueous adhesives have a six-month shelf life from the factory date. Some have a three-month window from the date of sale. We date all drums clearly and can adjust batch size based on usage and storage conditions.

Can you add color or dye to a product?

Yes. Most folding carton adhesives already include UV tracer for detection systems. We can also add visible dye for barcode scanning or visual inspection purposes. That helps your team confirm coverage and find glue during QA checks.

Are your products freezer grade?

Yes. We offer freezer-grade adhesives made for deep-freeze environments. They bond strong at low temperatures and maintain bond integrity after freeze/thaw cycles. That prevents opening or seal failure in cold-storage cartons.

What is your standard sample size?

We send five-gallon sample drums free of charge. That size covers multiple rolls of cartons and gives your team real line time to test performance. It’s enough to evaluate bond strength, stringing behavior, dry time, and cleanup.

Is your glue FDA-approved for indirect food contact?

Yes. All our folding carton adhesives meet FDA regulation section 175.105 for indirect food contact. That means you can use them safely for packaging food products without extra coating or liner layers.

Do any of your products contain PFAS?

No. We do not add PFAS or any fluorinated compounds to our products. Our adhesives are free of these persistent chemistries and meet current supply chain and regulatory standards for safer formulations.

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About your production needs. We’ll understand your processes, materials, application challenges, and goals.

Get a high-performance adhesive

We’ll provide custom-tested samples, optimize formulations, and deliver consistent bonding at your line speeds.

Enjoy worry-free production

With responsive support and high-quality adhesives built to minimize downtime, run efficiently, and deliver consistent performance.

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