Bostik launches new GCR range for trains and other general transportation markets

July 26, 2021 - Bostik, the world's leading adhesives specialist, has launched a new GCR range of adhesive and sealant solutions for the transportation industry and will continue to expand its Silane-Modified Sealant Product (SMP) range
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The new GCR range is designed for the booming transport market in Asia and covers a range of general purpose bonding and sealing products for the train market and other general transport markets
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Infrastructure development in emerging countries is booming and the demand for high-quality solutions is steadily increasing, and the launch of this product will propel Bostik's business to a leadership position in the industry
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The GCR series has attracted much attention due to its environmentally friendly formula, safe and reliable performance
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Covering multiple industries such as trains, buses, trucks, and motorhomes, the series broadens Bostik's innovative product line and addresses the vast transportation market in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region
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Bostik is continuously increasing its market share to become the market's preferred sealant product
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With more than 130 years of adhesive expertise, Bostik has developed a range of smart adhesive solutions that are safer, more flexible, more efficient and more responsive to the dynamic challenges of the environment
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The new GCR series does not contain isocyanate ingredients, and the formula is safe and green
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Its unprimed solution offers high resilience, improved operational efficiency, reduced odor, and excellent fatigue and shock resistance
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Adam Lin, Commercial Director, Industrial Adhesives Transportation, Bostik Asia Pacific

Adam Lin, Commercial Director, Industrial Adhesives Transportation, Bostik Asia Pacific, said: “The rising demand for smart adhesives and sealants in the global train market and other general transportation markets means we must continue to innovate to sustain growth in the transportation manufacturing industry
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To enhance Bostik's reputation, we will be committed to providing customers with a range of solutions for transporting adhesives, such as the new GCR series developed for Asian customers and modern products customized for special applications
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Combining durability and high performance

The GCR range consists of Silane-Modified Sealant Products (SMP) with unique properties and benefits
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As a methoxysilane-terminated polymer, SMP can be easily cured by only absorbing moisture in the air.
The cross-linked network structure formed by its hydrolysis and polycondensation has excellent stability and aging resistance, including UV resistance and 110-120 resistance.
℃ high temperature
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Products such as GCR 506 can replace typical PU sealants and provide excellent adhesion performance without primer
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Its innovative zero-NCO, zero-PVC, and low-corrosion formulations lead the industry to not only reduce odor and increase productivity, but also prevent galvanic corrosion and keep occupants safe during vehicle operation
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The GCR series is popular in Asia for its stable quality, shelf life of up to 12 months (18 months for rigid tube packaging), high elastic properties that minimize the risk of deformation, and usability even in wet environments without compromising cure speed The first choice for the smart industry
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GCR series products have excellent bonding strength, extraordinary sealing performance and good appearance performance, especially suitable for the Chinese market
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This series improves on the shortcomings of traditional products on high-speed production lines, not only does not sag, but also combines excellent aging performance and competitive cost-of-use value
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This innovative product is not only the smart choice for big brands using Industry 4.
0 production lines, but also the best choice for small businesses that have strict requirements on wrapping strength, sealing performance and appearance performance
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Adam Lin, Commercial Director, Industrial Adhesives Transportation, Bostik Asia Pacific, said: "The new GCR range is further proof of Bostik's unwavering commitment to developing smart adhesive solutions and improving the lives of all industry stakeholders in China.
Good wishes for quality.

Bostik understands the needs of the Chinese market and will continue to create smart solutions and play an exemplary role in the transportation industry
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