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Henkel presents an innovative solution for more efficiency and sustainability in alkaline etching of aluminum for architectural applications: Bonderite C-AK 24600 can save energy or increase etching performance, depending on the system configuration. Specifically, the user can either increase the etching rate while maintaining the same application temperature, or reduce the temperature while maintaining the same etching performance.

Sustainable operations across the entire value chain: Henkel Adhesive Technologies’ polyurethane production at its Düsseldorf site has recently received the International Sustainability Carbon Certification ‏(ISCC) PLUS certification. Following in the footsteps of Drogenbos, Belgium, and Bopfingen, Germany, this is the adhesive manufacturer’s third European site to obtain ISCC PLUS certification for its polyurethane production. Henkel is thus fulfilling a growing customer requirement to use bio-based raw materials and therefore ensure product traceability which are important competitive advantages on the market. 

Henkel has achieved a groundbreaking sustainability milestone, with its Nairobi, Kenya manufacturing site now fully powered by 100% renewable electricity. This accomplishment marks a significant step forward for Henkel's sustainability efforts in the region, highlighting Kenya’s leadership in the transition to clean energy.