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    Here we tell you our story, our reason for being and what we dream to build. If you want to know what drives us and our purpose, this is the place for you to start.

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    • August 21, 2025
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    In Artecola we are committed to sustainable impact of the chemical industry

    Learn how to Artecola is committed to sustainability in the chemical industry, developing solutions that contribute to the care of the environment and the well-being of future generations.

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    In Artecola we are committed to sustainable impact of the chemical industry

    Learn how to Artecola is committed to sustainability in the chemical industry, developing solutions that contribute to the care of the environment and the well-being of future generations.

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    In Artecola we are committed to sustainable impact of the chemical industry

    Learn how to Artecola is committed to sustainability in the chemical industry, developing solutions that contribute to the care of the environment and the well-being of future generations.

    Read more
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    • August 21, 2025
    Sustainability

    In Artecola we are committed to sustainable impact of the chemical industry

    Learn how to Artecola is committed to sustainability in the chemical industry, developing solutions that contribute to the care of the environment and the well-being of future generations.

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    • August 21, 2025
    Sustainability

    In Artecola we are committed to sustainable impact of the chemical industry

    Learn how to Artecola is committed to sustainability in the chemical industry, developing solutions that contribute to the care of the environment and the well-being of future generations.

    Read more
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    Sustainability

    In Artecola we are committed to sustainable impact of the chemical industry

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    Read more
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    • August 21, 2025
    Sustainability

    In Artecola we are committed to sustainable impact of the chemical industry

    Learn how to Artecola is committed to sustainability in the chemical industry, developing solutions that contribute to the care of the environment and the well-being of future generations.

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Footwear

From Artecola we understand the technical challenges and productive in the footwear sector. That's why we developed a specialized line of adhesives and laminates designed to optimize each stage of the process: from the precise matching of materials to the complete structure of the final product.

Our technology combines the strength of adhesion, flexibility and compatibility with multiple substrates, offering reliable solutions for leather, textile, synthetic and more. In addition, we innovate with formulations sustainable base of biomaterials and natural fibers, alineándonos with the new demands of the market and ecological trends of the industry.

Our applications for the sector

Knows our different applications that provide solutions to each stage of the process of footwear ensuring performance and accuracy.

Garrison

For this application, it includes linings, tongues, heel counters, and other internal components such as láminas sostenibles para termoformado with different touch and flexibility characteristics. Their purpose is to provide comfort, support, and durability, while enhancing the product’s appearance and overall user experience.

To ensure that each element of the trim is securely fastened, without wrinkles, landslides or off with time, it is necessary to use specialist adhesive, formulated to suit sensitive materials and techniques of application of high-precision.

In Artecola, we developed a line of contact adhesives and aqueous especially designed for the processes of trim. Our solutions ensure a firm adhesion and uniform, even on flexible substrates and textiles that exhibit low surface energy, such as microfiber, leather, natural lining, synthetic foams and technical textiles.

Our adhesives for garnish offer:

  • Easy application by brush, roller or spray.
  • Open time suitable to reset before pressing.
  • Excellent initial adhesion, no need for high pressures.
  • Formulations of low content of solvents or water-based, eco-friendly and safe for the operator.
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Mounting

In this application, defining the structure, fit, and aesthetics of the product. A mounting well-executed not only ensures that the shoe has a good presentation, but to ensure its durability, symmetry, and comfort over time.

In Artecola we offer a line of contact adhesives and solvent base or water-base, specially designed for the assembly step. These adhesives allow for a strong and flexible between the edge of the cut (upper) and the template, ensuring a sturdy mounting without compromising the shape of the shoe.

Adicional contamos con láminas termoformables  para moldear plantillas, punteras y contrafuertes.

Our adhesives for mounting offer:

  • High initial adhesion, ideal for fast processes in industrial lines.
  • Excellent workability and open time, allowing a correct placement before pressing.
  • Compatibility with a wide range of materials: leather, textile, synthetic, microfiber, foam, among others.
  • Quick-drying and pressing efficiently, optimizing the performance in the plant.
  • Options low-VOC formulations and ecological, aligned with international environmental standards.
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Ensuelado

In this application is where you define not only the structural strength of the final product, but also your performance in daily use. Therefore, have adhesives and sealants for high quality is essential to achieve a union reliably between the outsole and the court, without compromising flexibility or the finish of the shoe.

We develop adhesive solutions, designed specifically for this process. Our line of products to ensuelado allows you to work with a wide range of materials —from rubber and PVC, up to EVA, PU, leather, natural and synthetic fabrics— ensuring a superior bond, even in demanding conditions, such as humidity, continuous flex or temperature changes.

Our adhesives for ensuelado offer:

  • Excellent initial tack and final
  • High resistance to take-off
  • Open time controlled, ideal for industrial processes of high-speed
  • Clean finish and no visible residue
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Paste ornaments

In the design of footwear, trims and appliques play a key role: provide identity, style and value added to the final product. Incorporation of decorative elements, such as crystals, fittings, embroidery or labels requires a gluing process technician, one that combines strength and delicacy.

In Artecola, we understand that every detail matters. By this, we develop industrial adhesives, high-performance, specifically formulated for bonding safe and clean of ornaments in footwear. Our solutions are designed to work with different types of materials from porous surfaces such as cloth or leather to plastics, metals or synthetic, ensuring a durable bond without damaging the finish of the shoe.

Our adhesives for this application to provide:

  • Adherence immediate and long-lasting hold.
  • Compatibility with sensitive materials and low surface energy.
  • Controlled application 
  • Fast drying, ideal for efficient production lines.
  • Options to clear or clean finish, that do not leave visible residues.
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Finizaje

In the footwear manufacturing process, finishing represents the final stage that defines the product’s aesthetic and functional quality. During this phase, surface treatments are applied to enhance the shoe’s shine, texture, resistance, and overall finish, ensuring a uniform and professional appearance.

Our adhesives and specialized finishing products are designed to optimize this stage, providing excellent adhesion, compatibility with various materials (leather, synthetics, textiles, rubber, or PU soles), and a durable finish that enhances the footwear’s quality and appearance.

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Our portfolio

We offer solutions formulated with different technologies that adapt to the various demands of the footwear industry, such as:

  • Adhesive solvent base
  • Instant adhesive
  • Solvent-based adhesives

 

We offer theEco line sustainable sheets designed for the footwear sector, made from combinations of polymers and circular raw materials. They provide thermoformable and thermoset properties, as well as various textures, hardness levels, and degrees of flexibility according to their application. Each product is designed to deliver high quality, performance, and reliability throughout the key stages of the footwear manufacturing process.

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Experiences that
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“A client, I advise you do shoes for soccer and we were growing up, there are two things I am passionate about, first my family and the second is that the product that I have achieved very good acceptance and generate very good sales. My experience with artecola has been very good, since the success of each shoe is the glue for the best results.”

 

Giovanny Garcia, Footwear X Munch

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