The IQS Business Foundation has recently incorporated the industrial company Paniker as a new member of the IQS Business Foundation. The company’s membership in the IQS Business Foundation was formalized through an institutional event held on 21 November at IQS. The event was attended by Toni Pérez, Managing Director and an IQS Business Administration and Management alumnus, and Francisco Pérez, the company’s owner. On behalf of IQS, Dr Salvador Borrós, Director of IQS, and Rosa Curt, Director of the IQS Business Foundation, were present.
With more than a century of experience in adhesive engineering, Paniker is dedicated to formulating innovative and essential solutions that contribute to the wellbeing of society, always committed to excellence and personalization for each of its products. This commitment enables Paniker to adapt and respond to the demands of a constantly evolving market, with customers at the core of its strategy.
Paniker stands out for its strong commitment to sustainability, aligning with the Chemical Industry Green Deal. Since 2019, its sustainability roadmap has included the reduction of its carbon footprint, certified in 2022, as well as the development of adhesives with high percentages of bio-based raw materials and formulations that minimize environmental impact.
The Paniker plant in Sant Boi de Llobregat (Barcelona) covers more than 12,000 square metres and is home to advanced technology in its production lines for liquid adhesives, including water-based, solvent, polyurethanes, and bi-component systems. Its manufacturing processes are automated and in accordance with ISO 9001, reflecting the company’s commitment to the quality of its adhesives
Thanks to significant R&D investment, Paniker remains at the forefront of adhesive engineering. With a laboratory equipped with the latest technology and a specialized team, Paniker constantly works to develop new products and applications that meet the various needs of demanding sectors such as paper and tissue handling, packaging, labelling, graphic arts, wood, foams, textiles, sandwich panels, and the automotive industry, among others. Paniker is strongly positioned as a Spanish company, not to mention boasting a solid international presence covering Europe, Central America, South America, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.
In addition to its environmental commitment, Paniker is actively involved in its community. The company is committed to building a fairer and more inclusive environment, participating in social support initiatives, sponsoring local events, and collaborating with various institutions to promote employability and community development in its area of influence.