Henkel, a leading manufacturer of adhesives and metalworking solutions, is committed to sustainability and social responsibility. Leading their industry by example, they are on a path to net-zero waste in their production facilities.
Henkel's Sustainability Pillars for 2030
Be the first global adhesives player with climate-positive operations
Offer net-zero or low-emission products to all customers
Offer solutions and services that enable emission reduction and circularity to every customer
Deliver 100% end-to-end transparency on the sustainability of all Henkel products according to leading standards
One of Henkel's greatest opportunities to drive change is on the product level. They are leading through technology that drives sustainability for their customers. Henkel supplies products throughout the preassembly value chain, including metal forming fluids, machining fluids, industrial cleaners, and surface treatment solutions. They continue to invest in new product development that improves health and safety for workers and reduces product, water, and energy usage.
Boron-Free Processing Fluids
Traditional metalworking fluids contain boron, a chemical that has come under scrutiny due to its potential environmental and health impacts. The presence of boron in these fluids has led to increased regulatory pressure, seeking safer alternatives that align with stringent environmental standards. This regulatory tightening is a strong driver behind the shift toward boron-free formulations in metal processing. Henkel offers boron-free processing fluids that reduce energy and product consumption by increasing cooling efficiencies, improving bath and tooling life, reducing tankside additives, and enhancing cleanliness.
Designed for ferrous and aluminum alloys across various water conditions
Up to six times less defoamer is needed because of reduced foam creation
Stable emulsion after seven days at 1,800 ppm
Eliminates the majority of pictograms, excluding irritants
Sustainable Metal Processing Cleaners
Cleaners play an essential role in maintaining equipment efficiency and product quality. They are critical in removing contaminants that can compromise the integrity of postprocessing stages, as well as extending the lifespan of machinery. Henkel's advancements in cleaner formulations have focused on reducing environmental impact by lowering energy consumption and minimizing waste.
Used in spray and immersion cleaning processes at low temperature for reduced energy use
The cleaner bath is recycled into the lubricant bath, thereby reducing waste, water, product consumption, and CO2 emissions
Light Metal Die Casting Solutions
As the automotive industry increasingly incorporates aluminum components in vehicles to enhance fuel efficiency and performance, the demand for effective and sustainable die casting processes has risen sharply. Aluminum is favored for its lightweight and durable nature, contributing to significant advancements in vehicle emission reduction efforts. Within this context, die casting emerges as a pivotal process in manufacturing aluminum components, where utilizing advanced release agents is essential for optimal performance and sustainability. Henkel's innovative release agents offer sustainability benefits in this space by reducing energy, decreasing product usage, and increasing die life.
Product Spotlight: BONDERITE® L-CA CP 799 Die Casting Lubricant
Formulated for self-curing alloys to lower energy use
Siloxane free
Suitable for use in micro-spray applications for less energy and water use
Longer die life
High dilution ratios up to 200:1, leading to higher cooling and reduced energy
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