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PRODUCTS & PROCESSES Henkel helps aluminum processors save costs and enhance the sustainability of surface pretreatment. (Photo: Henkel, PR074) In addition, as it allows users to combine etching, degreasing and passivation in one process step, it minimizes the required number of baths and rinsing steps as well as the length of pretreatment. In some cases, the typical de-ionized rinse before the conversion step can be replaced with a conventional tap water rinse. “On the bottom line, the Henkel approach is as simple as it is challenging: eliminate hexachromium and any other high-hazard substances to remove the need for toxicity labeling and enhance working conditions; consolidate the process to reduce carbon footprint, water consumption and waste water treatment; and implement all these targets without any constraints in performance. Our new products show that it can be done while at the same time addressing cost issues and improving final part quality.” In combination with a surfactant, Bonderite M-NT 2040 R9 can be used as a degreasing etch passivation product, Bonderite is a registered trademark of thus saving one separate cleaning step. Henkel and/or its affiliates in Germany It creates a thin film on substrates, which and elsewhere. is ideal for subsequent coating or lends uncoated aluminum components a About Henkel durable surface resistance for Western excellent Europe for Henkel Raul Hernandez, Business Development Manager Functional Coatings, Henkel operates globally with a well- welding and adhesive bonding While there was with a toxic labeled already counts more than one- 15 years of experience in the Aluminium industry. properties even after months of storage. balanced and diversified portfolio. The component product as well as a non-toxic (Photo: Henkel, PR074) The technology has been continuously company holds leading positions with its two-component solution available, an advanced in recent years, resulting three business units in both industrial and increasing number of customers were in significant energy cost, water and consumer businesses thanks to strong brands, seeking an additional suitable one- wastewater reductions. Moreover, it is innovations and technologies. Henkel component alternative enabling an HSE also suitable for multi-metal lines. enhanced process at This comparable press release and relevant photography can be downloaded Adhesive Technologies is the global leader in performance. the adhesives market – across all industry Bonderite M-NT 65000 was originally from www.PressReleaseFinder.com. developed for aluminum alloy components segments worldwide. In its Laundry & Home Henkel’s newly formulated Bonderite C-IC Alternatively for very high resolution pictures please contact Rita Verschuuren for the aerospace industry and sets new Care and Beauty Care businesses, Henkel 65001 delivers the best of ([email protected], both worlds: a [phone]). benchmarks for corrosion protection, holds leading positions in many markets and non-toxic labeled one-component product paint adhesion and low electrical contact categories around the world. Founded in with the same bath build-up properties, resistance. As a REACh compliant, 1876, Henkel looks back on more than 140 treatment time and etch rate as the already non-toxic labeled and hexachromium-free years of success. In 2018, Henkel reported existing products, thus providing a direct conversion product, it offers a convenient, drop-in solution. Apart from minimizing sales of around 20 4/4 billion euros and adjusted Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, Corporate Communications Page efficient and sustainable alternative the risks for operators and facilitating operating profit of around 3.5 billion euros. to conventional chromium VI based both transportation and storage, the new Henkel employs around 53,000 people aluminum surface treatment processes. formulation offers high and stable etch globally – a passionate and highly diverse rates even with dissolved aluminum up to Bonderite M-NT 65000 can be used with team, united by a strong company culture, a 6 g/L and can cut consumption by about standard equipment, requires no filtration common purpose to create sustainable value, 50 percent compared to the previous and no post-treatment. In addition to and shared values. As a recognized leader in one-component product. outstanding corrosion protection results, sustainability, Henkel holds top positions in it also creates a visible conversion layer Bonderite M-NT 2040 R9 is Henkel’s many international indices and rankings. to facilitate quality checks. immediate chromium-free and non-toxic Henkel’s preferred shares are listed in the labeled conversion treatment alternative to “In all of our aluminum conversion coating German stock index DAX. yellow and green chromating processes, developments, we strive to maximize both For more information, please visit the efficiency and the sustainability of the since conversions to this product require process for our customers,” adds Hernandez. no modification in the pretreatment line. www.henkel.com. LIVE 2020 74 - we have everything covered SEPTEMBER 2019 If you are interested in booking a stand call Nigel Bean on 01442 826826 or email [email protected] twitter: @surfaceworldmag