MISSISSAUGA—  Sydney Stone, distributor of print finishing and industrial adhesive products, announced the North American launch of Planatol’s adhesive solution, Planmelt. This PO adhesive is now available to customers across North America, promising superior bonding performance and sustainability. No need to upgrade to a PUR perfect binder, use Planamelt in your current EVA machine. Planmelt is renowned for its exceptional adhesive properties, the ideal choice for perfect binding. Composed of Polyolefin this adhesive is different than the EVA which is commonly used. Planamelt with high thermal stability, rapid setting time, and outstanding adhesion, is the adhesive of choice for Canadian printers and bookbinders seeking to enhance production efficiency and product quality without investing in PUR technology. The company was founded in Toronto in 1951 by Sydney R. Stone, selling binders, cutters and small format presses. Since it’s inception in 1951, Sydney Stone has changed ownership three times. Sydney Stone is one the oldest and largest independent equipment dealers in Canada. Sydney Stone announced in 2021 marked its 70th year in operation.