Global Hot Melt Adhesive Market, 1999 Hot Melt Symposium Proceedings
Michael Growney
Kusumgar, Nerlfi and Growney, Inc.
Hot melt technology has captured a significant portion of the global adhesives business. This paper looks at global consumption patterns by major region, end use, and technology. Materials for hot melts are also quantified and discussed. Modern day hot melt technology spans four decades. Overall growth has now slowed to a modest 4% annual rate. North America, Europe and Japan have mature growth prospects. However, growth in emerging economies is more robust. Despite the overall maturity of hot melts, the technology continues to progress.