At stand 1C38 in hall 1, Henkel will demonstrate how cutting-edge metal surface treatment enables efficient production, high-quality packaging, and reduced environmental impact.
At METPACK
2026, Henkel Adhesive Technologies will place a strong spotlight on its latest innovations in metal surface treatment, demonstrating how manufacturers can achieve superior efficiency, sustainability, and process reliability in can production. Visitors to stand 1C38 in hall 1 will discover how cutting-edge surface treatment solutions are transforming the performance and environmental footprint of modern metal packaging operations.
Central to Henkel’s presentation is its comprehensive portfolio of Bonderite technologies, designed to optimise every stage of the metal pre-treatment and cleaning process. A key highlight is the Bonderite E-CO equipment range, an intelligent system that enables precise control over pre-treatment operations. By delivering real-time data, automated reporting, and advanced process insights, it allows manufacturers to stabilise production lines, enhance consistency, and maximise throughput, even under peak operating conditions.
Henkel’s surface treatment innovations go beyond digitalisation, focusing heavily on resource efficiency and sustainability. The company will showcase solutions that significantly reduce energy, water, and chemical consumption without compromising quality. Among these is Bonderite L-FM 831, a high-performance, biostable lubricant and steel coolant. Engineered to minimise tool wear and reduce residue build-up, it enables simplified cleaning processes, often requiring only rinsing, thereby lowering both water usage and energy demand.
Equally significant is the Bonderite C IC 72000 series, a next-generation low-temperature cleaning solution. Operating effectively at temperatures as low as 43 °C, far below the conventional 60 to 70 °C range, it delivers substantial energy savings and reduced CO2 emissions. Its advanced low-foam formulation addresses one of the most persistent challenges in can washing: excessive foaming. By dramatically limiting foam formation, the system ensures stable rinsing, continuous washer operation, reduced water consumption, and lower maintenance requirements.
Complementing these innovations, Henkel continues to enhance process transparency and performance through modular retrofit options, next-generation controllers, and remote service capabilities. Together with digital tools such as the CanLine audit application, these technologies enable continuous process optimisation, early fault detection, and preventative maintenance, key factors in achieving long-term operational excellence.
While Henkel will also present advancements in can sealants, its surface treatment technologies stand out as a cornerstone of its strategy, delivering measurable improvements in sustainability while ensuring the highest standards of quality and productivity for metal packaging manufacturers worldwide.