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Welcome to smartadhesive solutions from

the industry thought leaderADVANCE PRODUCT PERFORMANCE

IMPROVE OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCIES INCREASE YOUR PROFITABILITY

ARKEMA

Our parent company and a global

producer of specialty chemicals

• 14,000 employees

• 40 countries

• 10 research centers

• 90 industrial plants

BOSTIK WORLDWIDE

Innovative, advanced adhesives and

sealants and intelligent solutions for:

• Industry: Assembly, Converters,

Disposable Hygiene

• Construction & Consumer:

Flooring, Walls, Repair & Crafts,

Assembly, Sealants

BOSTIK• 50 countries

• 4,800 employees

• €1.5 billion in sales in 2014

• 3 corporate R&D labs

• 11 applied research centers

Welcome to Bostik Global NonwovensDisposable hygiene market experts. Inspired thinkers.Leading industry innovators.

Serving a growing global market

Leveraging the resources andexpertise of global industry leaders

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Our safety culture results in supply

security, reliability and cost containment

for you.

• Behavioral safety training for all employees

• Regular audits

• Analysis of all incidents, including

near-misses

CONSTRUCTION

WETNESS INDICATOR

STRETCH ADHESIVE

CORE SOLUTIONS

PAD ATTACHMENT

We enter the

disposable hygiene

adhesive market

Relyance™ H9564Olefin-based

construction adhesive

delivers great

performance without

sacrificing processability

1968

High styrene construction

1st SBC construction

HM bond elastic films to NW Formulation expertise,

advanced technology

& solutions to

optimize performance

Relyance™ EXPANDED PLATFORM

Options to optimize

peel, sheer

resistance

or both

SorbeoJoint solution

with BASF for

fluff free cores

NEW Securance™PAD ATTACHMENT

Now with more

consistent peel across

temperatures &

the latest substrates

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1995

2006

2009 2012

Securance™ LOW TACK

High-performing

bond with low

residual tack with

the latest perforated

film top sheets

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2008

2013

2014

2014

Core integrity

High styrene SIS pad

attachment HM

Holistic approach to core integrity

Olefin high wet

strength HM

Securance™PAD ATTACHMENT

Elevates peel performance

to new levels while

lowering add-ons

1993

1st Stretch adhesive

An adhesives pioneer with an ongoing history of innovation

BOSTIK ADVANTAGES

• Researchers and chemists with

hygiene market expertise

• Applied technology resources

with wide-ranging pilot coating assets

• Extensive material science knowledge

• Formulation and application expertise

• A global network and local,

single-point-of-contact service

• Backed by the resources of Bostik

worldwide and ARKEMA

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The recognized experts in adhesive solutions for the disposable hygiene industry

ELASTIC ATTACHMENT

1st adhesive for elastic legsContinually lead

the industry in elastic

attachment adhesive

advancements

Wetness indicatorMarket leader in

wetness indicator

adhesives

HM spiral spray for elastic

HM wetness indicator

ZeroCreep™

Robust for unrivaled

hold & stretch at even

the most challenging

stress points

ColorpHast™

Fast, clearly discernible

color change with

superior processability

1975 1982 1989 2007

ZeroCreep™ AVANCÉ

The superior

performance of

ZeroCreep with even

easier processing

2013

High performance

elastic attachment

Robust performance.

Operational efficiencies.

Superior products.

Bostik innovations consistently

raise the standard for what you

can expect from adhesives for

your hygiene products.

SMART ADHESIVE SOLUTIONS

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Our experts know hygiene products, adhesives, substrates and technology

Advanced pilot coating

Just as importantly, we get to know you, your products, and your challenges. It’s how our engineers and technicians bring all this knowledge together to optimize your results that sets Bostik apart from the rest.

Our next-generation coaters and comprehensive coatingcapabilities generate major advantages for you: • Line-condition simulations for

accurate and reliable test results• Off-line adhesive validation for

more efficient on-line qualification • Full-service testing facility for

comparative testing and performance of trial laminates

• State-of-the-art technical troubleshooting and support

MARKET EXPERTISE & ANALYSIS We keep ahead of what’s next so you’re ready

to meet it successfully:

• In-depth market studies

• Close collaboration and work with allied suppliers

• Dedicated market experts with specialized expertise

• Uncover trends and dynamics, identify unmet needs

• Our global network of analytical laboratories

provides essential understanding

FORMULATION & APPLICATION The right adhesive with the right formulation

is key to a successful product:

• Global Center of Excellence specializing

in HMPSA formulation

• Skilled in Material Science, including polymers,

building blocks synthesis and catalysis

• Expert formulators, including application process

design, equipment design and converting

• Upstream modeling innovation for best

downstream results

RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT Problem solving expertise combined with forward thinking:

• Approximately 60 experts spread across three continents

• Innovative product development

• Advanced coating capabilities

• Expert technical service

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENTOur adhesive and disposable hygiene market experts:

• Collaborate with you to define the ideal adhesive

solution for your needs

• Implement and help you optimize the solution at your plant

• Provide on-going support and follow up, constantly

looking for improvement opportunities

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BENCHTOP COATERS • Small volume melter for quick, accurate

product comparisons

• Enable testing of bond performance on limited

quantities of new substrates

• Narrow web slot and spray applicators

• Chill roll and corona treatment options

available at some locations

SCALE-UP COATERS • Supports your hygiene adhesive needs

• Test upstream product designs today

• Wide variety of spray and slot application options

• Part of a full-service test facility to measure trial

laminate performance

• Helps ensure upfront compatibility of our advanced

adhesives with the very latest application systems

NEXT-GENERATION CAPABILITIES • Support nonwoven and tape/lamination

• Maximum speed: 150m/min.

• Equipped with slot and spray coating technology

• Variable coating width to 100mm (slot) and 75mm (spray)

• Accurate add-on and tension control for different

webs and applications

• Melt tank capacity: 400ml

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This goal drives value for you at every touch point. A prime example is our unique systematic 5-step approach where we apply our expertise to analyze a comprehensive gamut of variables and help you to balance and optimize them to ensure successful adhesive application and superior robust performance.

Our ongoing goal is your success

BOSTIK’S 5-STEP OPTIMIZATION PROCESS

Training in our 5-Step Optimization

Process is available for your plant

operators and R&D staff.

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consistently

superior performance

reduced downtime

improved profitability

decreased waste

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The best parameters

for your Bostik

adhesive application

Across borders. Or across oceans. Bostik Global Nonwovens’ scale, expertise and diverse products transform results, create efficiencies and increase profitability for you.

A worldwide presence. Local resources and quality service.

SEAMLESS WORLDWIDE NETWORK • The capacity to handle any order efficiently

• Production flexibility for fast adaptability

to market changes

• Efficient, dependable supply chain to

ensure supply reliability

SINGLE SOURCE SUPPORT

• A close, collaborative relationship that contributes

to your success

• An understanding of your needs and business

• A knowledgeable resource for solutions to

your challenges

• Quick, direct access to problem solving expertise

• Insight into latest trends and industry advances

INVESTING IN GROWTH • To continually provide you the competitive

edge you need

• New plants: Changshu, China; Cairo, Egypt

• Plant expansions: Roosendaal, The Netherlands

• New technical centers: Shanghai, China

and Venette, France

• Expanded technical center: Wauwatosa, WI USA

PLANTSRoosendaal, The Netherlands

Colmar, France

Cairo, Egypt

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTERSVenette, France

APPLIED TECHNOLOGY CENTERSVenette, France

Cairo, Egypt

PLANTSGreenville, SC, USA

Naculpan, Mexico

Monterrey, Mexico

Buenos Aires, Argentina

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTERSWauwatosa, WI, USA

> Hot-melt pressure sensitive

Global Center of Excellence

APPLIED TECHNOLOGY CENTERSWauwatosa, WI USA

Mexico

Brazil

PLANTSBangalore, India

Changshu, China

Guangzhou, China

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTERSOsaka, Japan

Shanghai, China

APPLIED TECHNOLOGY CENTERSOsaka, Japan

Shanghai, China

AMERICAS EMENA

ASIA

A worldwide presence. Local resources and quality service.

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Bostik Global Nonwovens leads the way in the creation

of smart adhesive solutions for disposable hygiene

that go beyond the ability to adhere…they offer added

functionality to provide you with the flexibility to adapt

rapidly to changing expectations. With innovative ideas

and a new generation of adhesives, we also strengthen

your ability to improve and differentiate the body comfort

and fit of your products, while enhancing your operational

efficiencies. As your partner, our focus is helping

you achieve superior results through our continuous

commitment to quality, technology and innovation.

Innovative people creating intelligent adhesives

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A dedicated Bostik team where you need it

UNITED STATES

Wauwatosa, WI

+1 414 774 2250

ARGENTINA

Prov. De Buenos Aires

+54 11 4662 2374

BRAZIL

Sao Paulo

+55 11 3622 1979

CHINA

Shanghai

+86 21 60763100

EGYPT

Cairo

+20 2 3828 9100

JAPAN

Futamata, Yao, Osaka

+81 729 48 8286

MEXICO

Naucalpan de Juarez

+52 55 21 22 72 50

THE NETHERLANDS

Roosendaal

+31 165 590 590

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