During the past two decades that both companies have been working together, Boss Design’s needs have grown.
Initially, Chemique supplied Boss Design with a low-solids, solvent based adhesive, but as water-based adhesive technology evolved, it was able to help make the switch.
Dave Smith, production manager at Boss Design, tasked Chemique with removing solvented adhesives from its main production facility, which was replaced with a two-part water-based adhesive.
“ProAqua 2 is a high-performance, user-friendly alternative to a solvent-based adhesive, that allows for a better manufacturing and application process, as well as a safer working environment,” said James Thorpe, Chemique Adhesives sales manager.
“Our ProAqua two-part, water-based adhesives are unique in that they offer excellent adhesion to the complete range of substrates used by Boss Design including moulded and cut foams, a range of fabrics, wood and of course, where most struggle, plastics. The bond to plastics when using ProAqua 2 is second to none in the UK and has helped Boss Design win coveted contracts where clients insist on non-hazardous materials being used”.
Chemique also installed a state-of-the-art adhesive metering system and recirculating extraction system, providing a safer, healthier option that eliminated the need to vent to the atmosphere.
Boss Design was one of the first UK based office furniture companies to successfully switch from solvents; today, the majority of Chemique’s customers within this sector are using one of their water-based adhesives.
Over the years as Boss Design has grown, it has moved to larger premises. Each move has involved Chemique’s engineering team, which has dismantled and rebuilt spray booths and equipment as well as making any necessary upgrades.
As part of Chemique’s ‘Total Service Package’, equipment is regularly serviced and any breakdowns that may occur are dealt with.
Dave Smith added: “The quality of the products and service supplied by Chemique means that I have one less thing to worry about, safe in the knowledge that I have the best adhesives available today and that any breakdown issues are quickly resolved.”
