Hotmelt adhesives are at the heart of packaging lines everywhere, but the industry often gets swept up in trends that sound good on paper yet come with hidden compromises. In recent years, “low melt” technology has been promoted with promises of energy savings and improved safety. But what’s often left unsaid are the serious drawbacks: weaker bonds, poor fibre tear, and performance risks in demanding applications.
At the same time, one of the leading inventors and developers of metallocene-based hotmelts retired in 2025, taking with him decades of experience and insight. We realised that unless someone stepped in, a huge amount of valuable knowledge could be lost, and customers would be left with fewer choices and more compromises.
That’s why Hotmelt Zero was founded by Caleb Shaw and Zachary Shaw. We set out with one simple mission:
to preserve and build on the proven benefits of metallocene hotmelts, while helping customers cut adhesive costs and maintain the highest levels of packaging performance.
We called it Hotmelt Zero for two reasons:
Zero compromises — performance, efficiency, and quality should never be sacrificed for short-term trends.
Zero waste — adhesives should work cleanly, consistently, and with minimal consumption, helping customers reduce cost and improve sustainability.
If you’re a packaging buyer, production manager, or engineer who has ever wondered:
“Why are we using so much adhesive?”
“Why do we keep having stringing and char issues?”
“Are low melt solutions really worth the risk?”
Then Hotmelt Zero is here for you. We’ve already helped companies move away from low melt compromises and towards clean, efficient, metallocene-based solutions — often cutting adhesive use by up to 50% without compromising bond quality.
We believe customers deserve clarity, not confusion. Our role is to give you the knowledge, tools, and products that help you make the best adhesive choices for your business.
By the time you’ve explored Hotmelt Zero, you’ll know:
Why metallocene remains the gold standard for yield, performance, and clean running.
Why chasing “low melt savings” often costs more in the long run.
How to start measuring and reducing your adhesive spend, with real data instead of marketing claims.
👉 Hotmelt Zero exists to challenge the status quo, protect the legacy of innovation, and help you achieve more with less.
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