30 years SIMALFA®
We are proud to celebrate SIMALFA®‘s 30th anniversary on 25 July 2020!
The success story of SIMALFA® started on 25 July 1990, when the world’s first one-component water-based adhesive, with high instant tack for the bonding of foam, was patented.
In the last 30 years SIMALFA® established itself as an international standard for efficient, ecological and user-friendly adhesive application. For users from a wide variety of industries, SIMALFA® is today the measure of all things for the bonding of flexible foam and upholstery material.
30 years
top know-how
We have been developing water-based adhesives for more than 30 years and during this time we have gained a unique know-how for the formulation and processing of foam bonding adhesives. Unbeatable quality and performance and therefore direct advantages for the manufacturer.
✓ Evaluating the best possible adhesive
✓ Designing and optimizing the bonding process
✓ Train users the proper way of application
30 years
unmatched products
Our products define the standard for foam bonding for 30 years. Tailored to the needs of the applicator and the end product, the adhesives meet the highest requirements, also for your application.
✓ Environmentally friendly water-based adhesives
✓ Highly economical and efficient in use
✓ Best properties for high-quality bonding
30 years
best customer service
For 30 years we offer the best service around our products. Our customers benefit from our in-depth know-how in bonding technology and operational organisation, thus improving their bonding process sustainably and counting on a strong partner at their side.
✓ Full service solutions for the customer
✓ Train the users the right way of application
✓ Continuous optimization of the bonding process
30 years in the name of the environment
The idea for SIMALFA® adhesives was born from the former opinion that it is not possible to bond foams without solvents. We successfully proved the opposite: Since the first SIMALFA® type we produce only water-based, solvent-free adhesives without environmentally harmful VOC. The replacement of solvent-based adhesives by SIMALFA® saved hundreds of thousands of tons of VOC until today.
Our material and energy saving products and systems also ensure lowest adhesive quantities when applied. Thus we protect the environment and make the world a better place together with our customers.
Milestones of the last 30 years
COMPANY FOUNDATION
September 1972
Emil Simmler has founded the company in Buchberg, Switzerland on 01.09.1972.
SIMALFA® IS BORN
July 1990
On 25 July 1990 SIMALFA® is applied for patent.
SIMALFA® FREE FLOWING SYSTEM
MARCH 1994
We launch the world’s simplest and most economical adhesive delivery system – the SIMALFA® Free Flowing System
SIMALFA® 309
March 1995
With SIMALFA® 309 we launch the first fast setting dispersion wet contact adhesiev based on water. Until today it is considered as one of the best adhesives for bonding foams.
NEW LOCATION IN RAFZ
December 2002
The company grows and needs a new location. On 02 December 2002 we move into our new headquarters in Rafz.
ADHESIVES FOR DOUBLE ROLLERS
March 2004
For a sustainable future. Together with our partner we develop the double roller as application method for foam bonding with SIMALFA®.
SIMALFA® 3095
September 2005
We present to the world SIMALFA® 3095, the first wet contact adhesive on dispersion basis with flame retardant properties.
UV TECHNOLOGY
February 2009
With the UV technology we make adhesive visible at the push of a button. Fast and precise work requires that you can see at a single glance what is going on. With the UV technology, you make the adhesive visible at the push of a button and let it disappear again at the push of a button.
FROST-RESISTANT ADHESIVES
August 2010
We proudly present the world’s first frost resistant dispersion-based wet contact adhesive for foam bonding: SIMALFA® 315 OF
OF-TECHNOLOGY
August 2010
With the new Overspray-Free-Technology (OF-Technology) no more overspray occurs during spraying. This means less material loss and cleaner work stations.
NEW OFFICE BUILDING
August 2011
Steady growth led us to further expand the company building. Today we move into the new office building, where new offices, meeting rooms and a showroom have been created on three floors.
ON-DEMAND TECHNOLOGY
August 2011
Simply press the accelerator button to unleash the full potential of the newly developed On-Demand Technology. Increase the instant tack of SIMALFA® adhesives and bond difficult materials without any problems – whenever you need it!
ZKB SME PRICE
January 2015
We have won the renowned SME prize of the Zürcher Kantonalbank for a sustainable future!
NEW CORPORATE DESIGN
March 2017
Introduction of the new corporate design for ALFA Klebstoffe AG, SIMALFA®, ALFAST® and ALFAMELT®.
CR-FREE ADHESIVES
October 2018
We introduce the brand new, CR-free SIMALFA® adhesives – the first CR-free one and two component adhesives for foam bonding.
PRODUCING OWN ELECTRICITY
October 2019
The photovoltaic system on the production building is inaugurated. ALFA produces its own electricity from 2020.
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