In July 2025, good news came from the Hefei production base of Anhui Lichao New Material Technology Co., Ltd.: two new PUR (moisture-curing reactive polyurethane hot melt adhesive) production lines in Workshop No. 6 successfully completed trial production, with all performance indicators of the first batch of products reaching internationally advanced levels. This important breakthrough marks that Lichao has reached a new level in R&D capability and production capacity in the field of high-end adhesives, and will further meet the demand for high-performance, environmentally friendly adhesives in industries such as furniture, new energy vehicles, consumer electronics, and high-end packaging. The successful trial production of the two new PUR hot melt adhesive production lines in Workshop No. 6 at the Hefei production base once again demonstrates Lichao's strong strength and innovative spirit.

The new production line introduces globally leading production technology and equipment, with every link carefully designed and debugged. From the precise proportioning of raw materials, to the accurate control of parameters such as temperature and pressure during the production process, and then to the automated inspection and packaging of products, the new production line has achieved intelligent and efficient full-process operation. While improving production efficiency, it also ensures the stability and consistency of product quality, laying a solid foundation for providing higher-quality PUR hot melt adhesive products to the market.

Han Liang, President of Lichao Adhesives, stated: "The successful trial production of the new production line not only enhances our production capacity but also reflects Lichao's leading advantages in technological innovation and intelligent manufacturing. The commissioning of the new production line will effectively alleviate market pressure for high-end PUR adhesives and drive the industry towards greener, higher-performance development." Taking the commissioning of the new production line as an opportunity, Lichao will further expand its production capacity, enhance product competitiveness, and accelerate the pace of its global expansion. The company plans to establish technical service centers in Southeast Asia, Europe, and other regions to provide more convenient services to global customers.

Perhaps you are curious about what magical "glue" PUR hot melt adhesive really is, that makes Lichao invest so heavily in its R&D and production. PUR hot melt adhesive, whose full name is moisture-curing reactive polyurethane hot melt adhesive, has been shining brightly in the market in recent years, with demand showing a trend of rapid growth.

It has numerous remarkable characteristics. In terms of bonding strength, PUR hot melt adhesive performs excellently, forming strong bonds between various materials, whether wood, plastic, metal, or fabric, all of which can be easily handled. Its good temperature resistance ensures that it will not soften or deform in high-temperature environments, nor become brittle or crack in low-temperature environments, adapting to various harsh temperature conditions. Its chemical corrosion resistance is top-notch, capable of resisting erosion from many chemical substances, ensuring the durability of the bonding effect. Moreover, it also possesses excellent aging resistance, maintaining stable performance even after long-term use. It is precisely because of the outstanding performance of PUR hot melt adhesive that it has been widely used in many national economic fields, playing an indispensable role.

In the packaging industry, PUR hot melt adhesive ensures the firmness and sealing of packaging, effectively protecting the safety of products during transportation and storage. Whether it is food packaging, pharmaceutical packaging, or electronic product packaging, it can fully demonstrate its capabilities. In food packaging, its environmentally friendly and non-toxic properties are particularly important, as it can both ensure the safety and hygiene of the food and achieve a good bonding effect. In pharmaceutical packaging, with its high requirements for moisture resistance, leakage prevention, and other aspects, PUR hot melt adhesive can perfectly meet them all.

The wood processing industry is also an important application field for PUR hot melt adhesive. In furniture manufacturing, from panel splicing and edge banding to component assembly, PUR hot melt adhesive provides strong bonding support, making furniture more sturdy and durable while enhancing its aesthetic appearance. For example, in high-end custom furniture, PUR hot melt adhesive enables seamless splicing and refined edge banding, meeting consumers' demands for high-quality furniture.

In the automotive industry, PUR hot melt adhesive is used in various processes such as bonding automotive interiors, assembling headlights, and sealing car bodies. It can withstand complex environments such as high temperatures and vibration during vehicle operation, ensuring stable connections of automotive components and driving safety. In terms of automotive interiors, PUR hot melt adhesive can firmly bond various interior materials together, enhancing the overall texture of the interior. For headlight assembly, its good weather resistance and bonding strength ensure that the headlights function properly under various harsh weather conditions.

In the textile industry, PUR hot melt adhesive can be used for seamless bonding of garments and adhesion between fabrics and auxiliary materials. Especially in the production of functional apparel, such as waterproof and breathable outdoor clothing and down jackets with excellent thermal insulation properties, PUR hot melt adhesive can effectively enhance garment performance. In down jacket production, it can replace traditional stitching by being applied along the quilted lines, completely sealing the needle holes to prevent down from leaking through the seams, while also maintaining the fabric's lightness and softness and improving wind resistance.

The successful trial production of the new PUR hot melt adhesive production line in Workshop No. 6 at Lichao's Hefei production base has brought many development opportunities for Lichao itself.

From the perspective of customer service, the significant increase in production capacity enables Lichao to better meet the growing order demands of existing customers. Previously, production capacity limitations might have led to extended delivery times, but with the addition of the new production line, Lichao can now provide customers with more stable and faster product supply, greatly enhancing customer satisfaction. Moreover, leveraging the advanced technological advantages of the new production line, Lichao is capable of developing more high-performance, differentiated PUR hot melt adhesive products. These new products can be customized to address the specific needs of different industries, opening up entirely new market segments. Particularly in high-end manufacturing and emerging industries that demand extremely high adhesive performance, Lichao is expected to secure a position with its new products, further expand its market share, and enhance its brand recognition and influence within the industry.

For the entire adhesive industry as a whole, the successful trial production of Lichao's new production line also has a positive driving effect. It will encourage other companies in the industry to increase their investment in technology research and development and improve their production process levels, thereby promoting the entire adhesive industry towards higher quality, greater environmental friendliness, and higher efficiency. Lichao will also take this opportunity of the new production line's commissioning to strengthen cooperation and exchanges with upstream and downstream enterprises in the industry, jointly exploring the application possibilities of PUR hot melt adhesive in more fields, and injecting new vitality into the innovative development of the industry.

The successful trial production of the new PUR hot melt adhesive production line in Workshop No. 6 at Lichao's Hefei production base is an important milestone on Lichao's development path, and also an excellent answer that Lichao has delivered to its customers and the industry. In its future development, Lichao will continue to uphold the development concept of innovation-driven, continuously optimize product quality, improve service levels, and provide the market with more high-quality adhesive products.

We believe that as Lichao continues to deeply cultivate and expand in the field of PUR hot melt adhesive, it will surely provide strong support for the development of more industries and create even greater value. At the same time, we look forward to working hand in hand with our customers and partners, riding the waves together in this blue ocean of opportunities and challenges within the adhesive industry, to jointly create a brilliant future! Let us witness Lichao achieving even more remarkable accomplishments in the adhesive field!