Lintec launches Repeel adhesive range in Europe

Lintec has introduced the Repeel adhesive range to its offering in Europe, a labeling product that can be removed and reapplied on a variety of surfaces.

Andy Voss, Lintec Europe (UK) managing director

Repeel incorporates microsphere adhesive technology that limits the adhesive contact with the application surface. The material is typically used for the production of cardboard box logistics labels, point-of-sale labels and book cover labels. It is a coated paper product with claimed reliable long-term removability. Ultra-low adhesion means it can be removed and reapplied with on a variety of surfaces, such as paper, wood, glass or metal, according to Lintec.

Andy Voss, Lintec Europe (UK) managing director, said: ‘Microsphere adhesive technology is an area Lintec is constantly developing, and Repeel represents the latest innovation in our diverse range of adhesives for paper-based materials.’

Lintec Europe (UK) was formally acquired by its Japanese parent company, Lintec Corporation, on November 28, 2016. Since the acquisition, the wide format, graphics and label substrate supplier has expanded its installed base across Europe, enabling both existing and new customers to have more immediate access to a wider range of Lintec products. The acquisition agreement involved the purchase and transfer of all shares of Lintec Graphic Films to the wholly owned European subsidiary, Lintec Europe BV. On September 21 this year, Lintec Graphic Films changed its name to Lintec Europe (UK).

Voss said: ‘We were confident the acquisition would be the beginning of an exciting new phase in the development of the Lintec brand on the European stage. Over the past year, we have taken on a number of niche products developed in Japan that are now being launched for the European market.

‘Our commitment to meet and exceed client performance requirements is reflected in our pioneering work in the research and development of new technologies. Repeel is the first in a number of exciting new products we plan to launch to the European market in the coming months.’