Our Heritage

A.T Carter (Private) Limited was established in Zimbabwe in 1960 and has evolved into a premier provider of comprehensive binding solutions. With over six decades of experience, we have built a reputation for excellence in the adhesives industry, serving diverse sectors with our innovative products.

Our journey began with a simple mission: to deliver high-quality adhesives that meet the specific needs of local industries. Today, we stand as Zimbabwe’s most reliable glue manufacturer, having perfected our craft through years of research, development, and customer collaboration.

Our core business focuses on manufacturing specialized adhesives for furniture production, book binding, woodworking, core winding, tissue tail sealing, tobacco processing, shoemaking, packaging, and carpet and tile installation. We have strategically adopted a multi-brand approach to address the diverse requirements of the adhesive industry, ensuring that every client finds the perfect binding solution for their unique applications.

As a testament to our commitment to innovation, AT Carter (Private) Limited has expanded its product range to include hot-melt adhesives for the packaging industry, further solidifying our position as a comprehensive adhesive solutions provider.

Our Mission

To be the leading manufacturer and supplier of binding solutions with satisfactory products on the market that have unbeatable and irresistible prices. We aim to empower industries, foster innovation, and redefine the possibilities of bonding. For AT Carter Pvt Ltd, excellence is not just a standard but a commitment.

Our Vision

State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility

At the heart of AT Carter’s success lies our advanced manufacturing facility in Harare. Designed to meet international standards, our production plant combines cutting-edge technology with decades of expertise to create adhesive solutions that set industry benchmarks.

Our Premium Adhesive Solutions

Our commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions has established us as a frontrunner in the adhesives industry in Zimbabwe. At the heart of our success lies a diverse and meticulously crafted product range that caters to the unique needs of various industries.

We understand that every industry has its unique demands, and our product range reflects this understanding. Whether you are in the business of crafting furniture, sealing cartons, labelling bottles, or manufacturing tissue cores, AT Carter Pvt Ltd offers a specialized adhesive solution crafted just for you.

General and Hard Wood Glue

Applications: Ideal for the furniture manufacturing industry

Key Features:

• Ultimate Strength: Engineered to provide unparalleled strength, ensuring robust bonds in wooden structures.
• Durability: Withstands the test of time, contributing to the longevity of furniture pieces.
• Versatility: Suitable for a variety of wood types including hardwoods and softwoods, offering a reliable solution for different furniture applications.
• Weather Resistance: Provides excellent resistance to moisture and temperature variations, ensuring long-lasting bonds in various environmental conditions.

Flexible Adhesive

Applications: Widely used in the bookbinding and carton sealing industries

Key Features:

• Flexibility: Designed to provide flexibility in bonded materials, making it ideal for applications such as bookbinding.
• Adhesion Quality: Ensures a secure and lasting bond, even in situations where flexibility is essential.
• Versatile Bonding: Well-suited for a range of materials commonly found in the bookbinding and carton sealing processes.
• Quick Setting: Reduces production time with its efficient curing properties while maintaining bond integrity.

Bottle Labelling Adhesive

Applications: Specifically designed for the drinks manufacturing sector

Key Features:

• Ice Water Resistance: Boasts excellent resistance to ice water, ensuring labels stay firmly attached to glass bottles in challenging conditions.
• Adhesive Consistency: Maintains adhesive properties even when exposed to varying temperatures and moisture levels.
• Clarity and Appearance: Provides a clear and aesthetically pleasing bond, enhancing the visual appeal of labelled bottles.
• Long-Term Stability: Formulated to maintain bond integrity throughout the product lifecycle, from production to consumer use.

Paper Packaging Adhesive

Applications: Trusted by packaging companies for a range of paper goods

Key Features:

• Secure Bonding: Ensures strong and secure bonds in various paper packaging applications, including flower bags, corrugated boxes, and box sealing.
• Quick Setting: Facilitates efficient production processes with its quick-setting properties.
• Adaptability: Adheres well to different types of paper materials commonly used in packaging.
• Food Safety Compliance: Formulated to meet international food safety standards for packaging that comes in contact with food products.

Hotmelt Adhesive

Applications: Tailored for both carton sealing and glass bottle labelling

Key Features:

• Durability: Boasts superior durability, making it suitable for demanding applications in carton sealing and glass bottle labelling.
• Efficient Application: Melts quickly and adheres efficiently, contributing to streamlined production processes.
• Versatility: Adaptable to different surfaces and substrates, providing a versatile solution for various industries.
• Temperature Stability: Performs reliably across a wide temperature range, making it suitable for products exposed to varying environmental conditions.

Contact Adhesive

Applications: Widely used in the leather industry for shoes, furniture, and more

Key Features:

• Strong Bonding: Provides a strong and reliable bond for various materials in the leather manufacturing process.
• Flexible Application: Suitable for bonding different types of leather and materials, offering versatility in the manufacturing of leather goods.
• Resilience: Withstands stress and strain, ensuring longevity in the finished leather products.
• Immediate Bonding: Creates instant bonds that allow for efficient manufacturing processes with minimal clamping time.

Core Winding Adhesive

Applications: Essential in the manufacturing of tissue cores

Key Features:

• Specialized Formula: Specially formulated to meet the unique requirements of tissue core winding.
• Consistent Adhesion: Ensures consistent and reliable adhesion in the production of tissue cores.
• Efficiency: Contributes to the efficiency of tissue core manufacturing processes.
• High-Speed Compatibility: Designed to perform optimally in high-speed tissue core production environments, helping maintain production efficiency.

Industry Applications

AT Carter’s adhesive solutions power numerous industries across Zimbabwe and beyond. Our products have become essential components in the production processes of diverse sectors, delivering reliable bonding that meets specific industry requirements.