Water-based adhesives and screen printing inks: sustainable chemical solutions for the sports industry

The production of high-quality football (soccer) balls requires technical, durable and reliable assembly solutions. To ensure mechanical strength while reducing environmental impact, manufacturers are turning to:

• High-adhesion, water-soluble polyurethane adhesives without aggressive solvents
• Water-based formulas compliant with REACH and ZDHC standards
• Clean and efficient application, promoting production consistency

These water-based industrial adhesives maintain top-level technical performance while reducing VOC emissions and improving working conditions on production lines.

Ball marking, official logos and technical visuals are applied using screen printing. The use of water-based technical inks achieves several objectives:

• High abrasion resistance, ideal for intensive on-field use
• Operator safety, thanks to a formulation free from toxic solvents
• Compatibility with flexible materials, ensuring excellent adhesion and a flawless finish

From sole bonding to technical inserts, high-end sports footwear require reliable and effective chemical solutions. Your water-based adhesive manufacturer offers:

• Water-soluble adhesives for flexible materials, textiles, and synthetic leather
• Perfect compatibility with high-speed production processes
• Concentrated and cost-effective formulas, reducing product consumption

These adhesives are perfectly suited to the requirements of sports footwear manufacturers seeking an eco-friendly alternative without compromising on quality.

As a signatory to the Initiatives Durables Alsace charter, Keck Chimie is committed to responsible and innovative production. Its water-based industrial adhesives and eco-friendly screen printing inks meet growing expectations in terms of:

• Reducing emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
• Safety of industrial processes
• Compliance with international environmental standards

Your industrial chemical solutions manufacturer offers water-based adhesives and technical inks tailored to the stringent requirements of the sports industry. These products are designed to meet the challenges of manufacturing football balls and boots, while integrating the key priorities of safety, performance and environmental compliance.