H.B. Fuller acquisition of Lemtapes brings broad technology and innovation benefits to the packaging and woodworking industries.
We started this new year with exciting news as we joined H.B. Fuller group, the largest pure play adhesives company in the world.
This strategic acquisition was completed in December 2022 and represents a great outcome for both Lemtapes and H.B. Fuller customers and suppliers by strengthening our organization, the team expertise, and the breadth of our product portfolio to deliver greater value to your business.
Since 1887, H.B. Fuller has been a highly respected supplier of adhesives, sealants and other specialty chemical products to customers in 30-plus industries, including packaging, electronics, disposable hygiene, medical, woodworking, transportation, aerospace, clean energy, construction, general industries and other consumer businesses. With $3,75 billion revenue and 6,500 employees, the company has 38 technology centers and a direct presence in 36 countries serving customers in more than 100 markets around the globe.
“We believe that Lemtapes local capacity, flexibility, and in-depth understanding of their specific markets combined with H.B. Fuller’s world-class, high-quality adhesives and technical service, will enable us to better meet current and future customer requirements”, Jim East, H.B. Fuller senior vice president, Hygiene, Health and Consumable Adhesives.
“Our team is thrilled to have access to the wide range of capabilities, development, and expertise from across H.B. Fuller global manufacturing network and Centers of Excellence across the world. With these extended resources and support, Lemtapes is now better equipped to serve our customers and provide them with more holistic, sustainable solutions. We have already identified new possibilities based on customer requirements. Also totally new ideas and concepts have born in just these few weeks. It will be an exciting year for us and our customers and we are thrilled about the new possibilities we will realize.” – Samuli Strömberg, Managing Director of Lemtapes Oy.
We are excited to join our companies together and further solidify our commitment to growing our packaging and plywood adhesives and tapes businesses in Europe. Stay tuned for more news as we continue to work as one team to bring the best technology and service to your business.
Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to continuing to serve you in the future.
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