H.B. Fuller Co. recently announced that it has finalized the purchase of Plexbond Quimica S/A, a provider of chemical polyurethane specialties and polyester resins based in Curitiba, Brazil.

“This acquisition solidifies our position in the South American adhesives industry, particularly in the highly attractive, fast growing and demanding flexible packaging market,” said Jim Owens, president and CEO of H.B. Fuller. “H.B. Fuller has a strategic focus on packaging, hygiene and durable assembly, and the Plexbond Quimica business will bring us strong customer relationships and manufacturing capabilities that we can leverage globally in the important packaging industry.”

For additional information, visit www.hbfuller.com or www.plexadesivos.com.br/en.