Adhesives play an important role in creating sustainable and resilient infrastructure. While the hybridization of adhesives is not a novel concept, recent innovations in raw materials have unlocked new possibilities for toughened epoxy systems.
We have some pinhole leaks in our fire sprinkler system in a large residential apartment block. Can you recommend a sealant that will stop the leaks to give us some time before we have to replace the entire system?
Fire sprinkler systems are very difficult and expensive to replace or repair because the piping is often inside walls and ceilings. Some companies sell two-part epoxy adhesives that are fast curing and designed specifically for repairing this type of leak.
The Tank Bond family of products includes Tank Bond Thread Stopper, Tank Bond Liquid Grip, Tank Bond Heavy Duty Advanced Epoxy, Tank Bond Clear Epoxy, and Tank Bond Thread Locker.
August 20, 2020
DAP recently announced that it has launched Tank Bond, a line of hard-working adhesives reportedly ideal for an extensive list of professional and DIY repair applications.
DuPont’s BETASEAL X2500 was named a runner-up, while its BETAMATE 1640 was named a finalist.
August 12, 2020
DuPont recently announced that it has received finalist and runner-up designations in the 2020 Altair Enlighten Award competition, an awards program in the automotive industry dedicated to vehicle lightweighting.
Adhesives Technology Corp. reports that the addition of two additional IBC/IRC-compliant adhesive products fills the need in the industry and brings additional value to the ULTRABOND line.
July 28, 2020
Adhesives Technology Corp. recently announced that it has released two new code-compliant, ICC-evaluated adhesive anchoring products.
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Panacol’s biocompatible Vitralit 1605 adhesive cures under UV light and is suitable for medical device assembly.
July 16, 2020
Panacol-Elosol GmbH recently announced that its epoxy resin-based Vitralit 1605 features a high glass transition temperature (150°C), making it versatile for applications with high heat input.