Sustainable Woodworking
At H.B. Fuller, sustainability is a top priority, and we recognize our collective responsibility to protect the planet. We have implemented clear sustainability initiatives aimed at reducing our environmental impact, which we report on annually in our sustainability report.
Sustainable woodworking embraces an eco-conscious approach to crafting with wood. We specifically develop products with bio based raw materials to help lower reliance on fossil based resources. We offer foamable adhesives, which reduce adhesive usage, lower costs, improve efficiency, and minimize material waste. Replacing fossil fuel based raw materials is a focus of ours, as we use a mass balance approach in reactive hot melt adhesives, which supports the transition to renewable feedstocks. Providing safer primer options, including solutions formulated without pyrrolidone, toluene, or tetrahydrofuran, is a priority. We deliver No Intentionally Added Formaldehyde (NAF) products in support of safer environments and regulatory compliance. We enhanced our own operations to reduce energy consumption and waste within our facilities.
Our commitment to sustainability is deeply embedded in our values, culture, and processes. We follow a holistic strategy that aims to:
- Enable our customers to improve their products and processes through solutions that help them achieve their sustainability goals
- Optimize our facilities’ operations and process efficiency
- Engage our employees in being knowledgeable about and responsible for safety, wellness, and achieving our sustainability targets
Our solutions support the shift to greener manufacturing processes, lowering energy consumption and reducing waste, all while maintaining high-quality performance.
Bio-based Raw Materials
At H.B. Fuller, sustainability is a priority, and we know that we each have a responsibility to protect our planet. We developed clear sustainability projects to reduce our environmental impact, which we report on annually in our sustainability report.
Foamable Adhesives
H.B. Fuller’s foaming technology enables high performance with less water use, reducing material waste. Our foaming adhesives offer less coat weight, longer open time, and improved consistency of the bonded product’s surface.
Sustainable Manufacturing
At H.B. Fuller, we focus on maximizing process improvements to enhance adhesive formulation and manufacturing. With sustainability, material efficiency and recyclability at the core of our processes, we strive to do more with less.
Sustainable Woodworking FAQ
An FAQ section for woodworking. Breaks down how H.B. Fuller is making woodworking more sustainable and efficient.
No Added Formaldehyde (NAF)
Mass Balance
Next Generation Primers