PLAKAL
Traditional jelly glue systems for European bookbinding and luxury packaging. PLAKAL formulations deliver protein adhesive performance, combining sustainability with technical excellence.
These warm-application systems create strong, flexible bonds with complete reversibility, making them ideal for bookbinding, archive work, and applications requiring future conservation or restoration. Protein-based chemistry provides deep penetration into paper and board whilst maintaining bond flexibility.
PLAKAL represents quality and reliability in protein adhesive technology. The range serves traditional bookbinding, rigid box manufacturing, map mounting, and specialist applications where craftsmanship matters.
Renewable protein sources and complete biodegradability make these systems natural choices for operations prioritising environmental responsibility.
PLAKAL History
PLAKAL became part of Gluecom through the acquisition of Fritz Häcker’s operations. The brand serves traditional bookbinding, rigid box manufacturing, map mounting, and specialist applications.
PLAKAL formulations are manufactured using established protein adhesive methods, serving operations from restoration workshops to large-scale luxury packaging manufacturers.