From September 1 to 3, 2026, the 26th All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) was held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre.

The show brought together more than 1,000 exhibitors from over 31 countries and regions. It covered leather, chemicals, machinery, materials, and other solutions for the leather and footwear industries.

HELEY Chemical Technology joined the show at Booth E3-C13a.

During the three-day event, our team met customers and partners from many markets. We showed our adhesive products, shared technical ideas, and talked about real bonding needs in footwear and leather production.

For HELEY, ACLE 2026 was more than a product show. It was also a good chance to listen, learn, and build new business connections.

Focus on Hydrolysis-Resistant Adhesive Solutions

One of the main themes at the HELEY booth was:

Hydrolysis Resistant Adhesive Expert

Hydrolysis resistance is important in footwear production.

Heat, moisture, sweat, and high humidity can slowly weaken a bond. Over time, this may cause problems such as sole opening, edge lifting, or poor bonding.

This is why the right adhesive is very important for sports shoes, outdoor shoes, and other footwear used in hard conditions.

HELEY has continued to work on hydrolysis-resistant adhesive technology. Our goal is simple: help shoe factories get a strong and stable bond for the right product and use.

You can learn more about how hydrolysis affects footwear bonding in our guide on hydrolysis resistance in shoe adhesives.

A Full Range of Adhesives for Footwear Production

At ACLE Shanghai 2026, HELEY showed a wide range of adhesive products.

These included:

• PU adhesives
• Grafted adhesives
• Chloroprene adhesives
• Spray adhesives
• Water-based adhesives
• Lamination adhesives
• Hardeners
• Cleaners
• EVA primers
• Rubber primers
• Leather primers
• Other surface treatment products

Different shoe materials need different bonding systems.

For example, rubber, EVA, PU, PVC, leather, and fabric do not always use the same adhesive or primer. The production process can also change the final bonding result.

This is why HELEY does not only focus on selling one type of glue.

We look at the full bonding process.

Customers can explore our full range of footwear adhesive solutions to find products for different materials and production needs.

For a simple overview of the main adhesive types used in shoe factories, you can also read our guide to types of shoe adhesives used in footwear manufacturing.

Face-to-Face Talks About Real Production Needs

Trade shows give us something that online communication cannot fully replace: face-to-face talks.

During ACLE 2026, many visitors came to the HELEY booth to discuss their current bonding needs.

Some customers asked about bond strength.

Some wanted better hydrolysis resistance.

Others wanted a more stable production process or an adhesive that could work better with their shoe materials.

Our team discussed topics such as:

• Material matching
• Bond strength
• Hydrolysis resistance
• Surface treatment
• Production speed
• Product stability
• Adhesive application
• Factory conditions

These talks helped us better understand what customers need in real production.

A good adhesive is not only about strong test data.

It also needs to work well on the customer’s materials, equipment, process, and final product.

That is why we believe technical support is an important part of an adhesive solution.

Different Markets Have Different Needs

ACLE is an important meeting place for the global leather industry.

It connects international suppliers with manufacturers and buyers in China. The show covers many parts of the leather supply chain, including leather, chemicals, machinery, footwear materials, and manufacturing solutions.

At the HELEY booth, we met visitors from different countries and regions.

These talks showed one clear point:

Different markets often need different adhesive solutions.

Weather can be different.

Materials can be different.

Factory equipment can be different.

Production speed can also be different.

For example, a shoe factory in a hot and humid market may pay more attention to hydrolysis resistance.

Another factory may care more about drying speed or line efficiency.

A sports shoe producer may need a different bonding system from a casual shoe producer.

So, choosing the right adhesive should always start with the real application.

This is also why HELEY works with customers to understand their materials and process before giving a product recommendation.

From Product Supply to Adhesive Solutions

At HELEY, we want to do more than supply adhesive.

We want to help customers solve bonding problems.

This can include product selection, primer choice, sample testing, process advice, and production support.

A strong partnership often starts with a simple question:

What are you trying to bond?

From there, we can look at the material, shoe type, factory process, and final use.

This makes it easier to choose a suitable adhesive system.

Since 1998, HELEY has focused on adhesive research, production, and application support for footwear and other industries. You can learn more about our company and production background on the About HELEY page.

Every Conversation Can Be a New Start

During the three days in Shanghai, we met both old friends and new customers.

It was good to see long-term partners again.

It was also exciting to meet people who were learning about HELEY for the first time.

Some visitors only needed basic product information.

Others had clear technical questions.

Some customers wanted to test samples after the show.

Each conversation was different, but each one gave us a chance to understand the market better.

For us, the end of an exhibition is not the end of the conversation.

It is often the start of the next step.

That next step may be a sample test.

It may be a material check.

It may be a technical meeting.

Or it may become a long-term business partnership.

ACLE 2026 Ends, but the Next Step Begins

ACLE Shanghai 2026 has now come to an end.

We would like to thank everyone who visited HELEY Booth E3-C13a.

Thank you to our long-term partners for meeting us again.

Thank you also to every new customer who stopped by, asked questions, and learned more about our adhesive solutions.

Your feedback helps us improve our products and service.

HELEY will continue to focus on adhesive technology, stable product quality, and practical bonding solutions for footwear and leather manufacturing.

We look forward to turning the conversations from ACLE 2026 into new projects and stronger partnerships.

Thank you, Shanghai.

See you at the next exhibition.

If you are looking for an adhesive for your footwear production, you can contact the HELEY team to discuss your materials, process, and bonding needs.

HELEY Chemical Technology
Leading Adhesive Manufacturer
Hydrolysis Resistant Adhesive Expert