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Henkel Adhesive Technologies Opens New OEM Application Center

Top 5 News that Sticks

Henkel’s New Application Center Dominates the News

Last week, readers most clicked on news about Henkel Adhesive Technologies’ new OEM application center.

April 22, 2019

This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week on our website, as well as our eNewsletter and social media platforms.

SIKA CORP.: Silicone Sealant

The one-component, non-sag, elastomeric silicone can be used for general sealing and bonding applications.

April 22, 2019

Sikasil^® GP-101 is a general-purpose, acetoxy cure silicone sealant that reportedly meets the requirements of ANSI/NSF Standard 51 for direct food contact.

Henkel Adhesive Technologies Opens New OEM Application Center

Henkel Adhesive Technologies recently announced the opening of its new OEM Application Center in Rocky Hill, Conn.

April 8, 2019

The lab incorporates audio visual and interactive telepresence systems, which can enable more rapid collaboration.

HUNTSMAN ADVANCED MATERIALS: Structural Adhesives

March 15, 2019

The adhesives are reportedly designed to accelerate on- and off-site bonding, even under extreme temperature and humidity.

Ask Dr. Dave

Ask Dr. Dave: Have there been any recent developments in the bonding of PTFE to itself or to metals?

Dave Dunn's February 2019 column.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

February 5, 2019

Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) is low-surface-energy plastic that is very difficult to bond. PTFE exclusively comprises fluorine and carbon atoms with no polar atoms such as oxygen or nitrogen.

New Applications Driving Global Adhesives and Sealants Demand

As industrial sectors and the housing market showed moderate growth, manufacturers of adhesives and sealants have also reported a moderate increase in demand.

January 25, 2019

Increased demand for adhesives and sealants is driven by the emergence of new market applications.

CHEMIQUE ADHESIVES: Polyurethane Compound

January 24, 2019

A new, single-component, fast-curing polyurethane sealing and bonding compound is now available.

Pipeline Transmitters and Production Timelines: Meeting the Demands of Two Harsh Environments

The right adhesive allowed a pipeline manufacturer to ramp up and increase volume.

Torsten Uske

January 16, 2019

Many industrial pipelines are exposed to the elements and must face tough environmental conditions, including humidity, and temperature and climate variations―often including heavy frost in the winter and long hot spells in the summer.

Ask Dr. Dave

Ask Dr. Dave: Can you use adhesives for bonding plastic plumbing pipes?

Dave Dunn's January 2019 column.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

January 9, 2019

I have seen at least one manufacturer advertising a two-component methyl methacrylate (MMA) adhesive product in a cartridge for the bonding of PVC and CPVC pipes. . . .