Two long-time adhesives industry insiders bring their unique perspective to this episode of “Attached to Hygiene.” In a conversation that is as passionate as it is educational, Alan Ramspeck of Nordson Adhesives Dispensing Systems and Russ Stuczynski from Bostik share the many benefits of adhesives as a bonding solution for hygiene articles. Along with host Jack Hughes, they discuss why adhesives are not what some call a “necessary evil” but rather an option that brings many distinct advantages to disposable hygiene manufacturers.

Highlights include:

• Ways adhesives can help manufacturers achieve business goals like reducing cost
• The flexibility of adhesives in accommodating substrate changes
• Empowering sustainability goals and a more sustainable diaper through the use of adhesives
• How adhesives can support initiatives like product design
• The role adhesives play in new trends in the ever-evolving industry
• How adhesive producers can help support your team

Recommended Resources

Check out Bostik's Smart Terminology for Bonding Solutions in Disposable Hygiene

Contact Alan Ramspeck on LinkedIn.

Contact Russ Stuczynski on LinkedIn or by email at [email protected].

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Host: Jack Hughes

Music by Jonathan Boyle

Produced and edited by: Jack Hughes with help from Paul Andrews, Michele Tonkovitz and Green Onion Creative.

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Many variables impact the cost of producing disposable hygiene articles and setting the selling price. It can be challenging to put all the logistics together, set a price that consumers will actually pay, keep your business profitable, and never let competitors’ products and their pricing strategies out of your sights. In this episode of “Attached to Hygiene,” host Jack Hughes and Bostik’s Global Product Line Manager Mike Schumacher uncover some interesting aspects of costs, price points to reach business goals, and keeping consumers satisfied.

Highlights include:

• The importance of cost and how this market trend is driven by consumer needs
• An overview of the factors that can influence product cost
• Planning for unexpected variables that affect cost, such as weather events, labour shortages, and tariffs
• Finding the right pricing strategy for your business
• How your trusted suppliers should be able to assist you with cost goals

Recommended Resources

To stay up to date on Raw Material prices and how they impact your adhesive prices, please reach out to your Account Manager, email us at [email protected], or complete the below linked form with your request.

https://page.arkema.com/ProductRequest.html

Contact Mike Schumacher on LinkedIn or by email at [email protected].

Host: Jack Hughes

Music by Jonathan Boyle

Produced and edited by: Jack Hughes with help from Paul Andrews, Michele Tonkovitz and Green Onion Creative.

It’s no secret that disposable hygiene consumers value convenience, but did you know there are many factors involved? Get the latest insights on why convenience is a need that can’t be overlooked in the marketplace when you listen to this episode of “Attached to Hygiene.” Be prepared to grow your knowledge as host Jack Hughes interviews Tina LI, Strategic Market and Technical Service Manager for Bostik Nonwovens in Asia, on this influential need driving market trends. With a unique global perspective, Tina gives an insider view of the various components of conveniencein purchasing, use, and disposal.

Highlights include:

• How manufacturers can provide convenience in each step of the user experience
• The growing popularity of trends such as pant diapers and wetness indicators
• Why choosing the right pad attachment must be factored in when looking to deliver convenience for the consumer
• The impact COVID-19 has had on the role of convenience in the marketplace

Recommended Resources

Global Market Trends in Disposable Hygiene Driving Adhesive Innovation

Pant Diapers Help Meet Consumer Needs of Comfort and Convenience

The Total Elastic Attachment Adhesive Solution for Pant Diapers

Connect with Tina on LinkedIn.

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Host: Jack Hughes

Music by Jonathan Boyle

Produced and edited by: Jack Hughes with help from Paul Andrews, Michele Tonkovitz and Green Onion Creative.

In this episode of “Attached to Hygiene,” Jack Hughes interviews Diane Toonen, Bostik’s Global Strategic Marketing Director, about the consumer need for consistency in their disposable hygiene products. With 30 years of experience in the industry, Diane gives an enlightening perspective on how this need drives market trends in baby care, fem care, and adult incontinence. Listen as she explains why consistency is so vital to satisfaction and success, and factors manufacturers can take into consideration to better meet this consumer need.

Highlights include:

• The ways consistency manifest on global and local levels
• How consumers in each market segment of disposable hygiene define consistency
• Materials currently being used to support a consistent experience

Recommended Resources

• Global Market Trends in Disposable Hygiene Driving Adhesive Innovation
• Adhesive Application Testing Supports Consistent Performance
• Why You Need to Stay Consistent With Your Pad Attachment

Connect with Diane on LinkedIn.

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Host: Jack Hughes

Music by Jonathan Boyle

Produced and edited by: Jack Hughes with help from Paul Andrews, Michele Tonkovitz and Green Onion Creative.

Get a fresh take on the consumer need for confidence and how it drives disposable hygiene market trends! In this informative episode of “Attached to Hygiene,” Jack Hughes and Christophe Morel, Bostik Nonwovens Global Marketing Manager for Market Insights and Sustainable Innovation, explore the need for confidence—and how to deliver it—from every angle.

Highlights include:

• The many ways confidence in product and brand can positively impact the consumer experience AND your business
• The importance of confidence in adult incontinence and feminine hygiene
• How choosing the right adhesive can help optimise product performance o increase confidence for both you and your consumer

Recommended Resources

• Global Market Trends in Disposable Hygiene Driving Adhesive Innovation
• Consumer Confidence At a Glance
• Providing Discretion to Self-Conscious Users
• 8 Product Needs That Are Important for Adult Incontinence
• Connect with Christophe on LinkedIn.

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Host: Jack Hughes

Music by Jonathan Boyle

Produced and edited by: Jack Hughes with help from Paul Andrews, Michele Tonkovitz and Green Onion Creative.

Various trends emerging in disposable hygiene products today are bringing comfort to the forefront in conversations. In this episode of “Attached to Hygiene,” Jack Hughes shares his conversation with Christophe Morel on this very topic. Christophe is Global Marketing Manager for Market Insights and Sustainable Innovation for Bostik’s Global Nonwovens Division dedicated to manufacturing adhesives for baby care, adult incontinence, and feminine hygiene products. With nearly 30 years in the field, Christophe discusses how article producers can help reach their business goals while keeping consumers comfortably satisfied.

Highlights include:

• How the need for comfort is influencing market trends and innovations
• New materials that are emerging to increase softness
• The benefits of choosing the right adhesives

Recommended Resources:

• Comfort and Quality With Soft Nonwovens
• Pant Diapers Help Meet Consumer Needs of Comfort and Convenience
• Adhesives in Disposable Hygiene Products: What’s Being Used and Why

Connect with Christophe on LinkedIn.

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Host: Jack Hughes

Music by Jonathan Boyle

Produced and edited by: Jack Hughes with help from Paul Andrews, Michele Tonkovitz and Green Onion Creative.

In this episode of “Attached to Hygiene,” Jack Hughes discusses market trends and dynamics attached to the world of disposable hygiene with Paul Andrews. Paul is Global Marketing Manager of Bostik’s Global Nonwovens Division dedicated to manufacturing adhesives for baby care, adult incontinence, and feminine hygiene products. With more than two decades of experience in this field, Paul shares insights on how the markets have evolved.

Highlights include:

• Where disposable hygiene stands today
• A deeper look into market demographics
• Areas where loyalty is being challenged, particularly adult incontinence and feminine hygiene
• How consumer needs for comfort, confidence, consistency, convenience, and cost are driving market trends

Recommended Resources

• Market trends overview
• Comfort
• Confidence
• Consistency
• Convenience
• Cost

Email questions for Paul to [email protected].

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Host: Jack Hughes

Music by Jonathan Boyle

Produced and edited by: Jack Hughes with help from Paul Andrews, Michele Tonkovitz and Green Onion Creative.

Welcome to “Attached to Hygiene,” Bostik’s all-new podcast! In the ever-evolving industry of disposable hygiene, market knowledge can help your business stay relevant and competitive. With this in mind, we are inviting expert members of our team and connections worldwide to enlighten you and broaden your view of the marketplace.

In each episode, host Jack Hughes takes you on a comprehensive tour through a variety of interesting and timely industry topics. Subjects include:

• What’s driving trends in baby care, feminine hygiene, and adult incontinence
• How choices in adhesives, materials, and substrates can differentiate you from your competition
• The future of the disposable hygiene market
• The importance of softness
• Substances of interest
• Ways to increase success and reach your business goals
• and much more

Subscribe to “Attached to Hygiene” and never miss an episode!

You can email us with questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes at [email protected].

Host: Jack Hughes

Music by Jonathan Boyle

Produced and edited by: Jack Hughes with help from Paul Andrews, Michele Tonkovitz and Green Onion Creative.