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Case Study

Applying Rapid-Cure Adhesives with a Meter/Mix/Dispense System

A new meter/mix/dispense system offered BASF a flexible solution for applying rapid-curing sealants.

August 10, 2018

In the roofing industry, application methods are limited for applying rapid-cure materials. To start, rapid-curing sealing membranes are delivered in 200-l drums.

Top 5 News that Sticks

News About Henkel’s 3D Printing Facility Makes Top News

Last week, news about Henkel opening an Innovation and Interaction Center (IIC) for 3D printing received the most reader interest.

July 9, 2018

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.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Double-Sided Tape Market Predictions Leads the News

Last week, a report about the double-sided tape market garnered the most reader interest.

Teresa McPherson

July 2, 2018

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.

Tape Talk

Understanding How Tape Works

Surface conditions and temperature can affect tape performance.

Michel Merkx

July 1, 2018

Have you ever wondered how tape works? When a pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tape is bonded to a surface, many factors are involved; understanding these dynamics will help ensure that tapes are bonded correctly and perform as expected.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Gabriel’s Expansion Announcement Receives Most Interest

An announcement about Gabriel Performance Products expanding capacity received the most reader interest last week.

Teresa McPherson

June 25, 2018

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.

Ask Dr. Dave

Ask Dr. Dave: What alternatives to isocyanates exist for sealants for construction applications?

Dave Dunn's June 2018 column.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

June 8, 2018

We want to make polyurethane-type sealants for some construction applications but do not want to handle isocyanates. What are the alternatives?

Arsenal Capital Forms Meridian Adhesives Group Following Acquisition of ATC, Acquires Epoxy Tech

Following its acquisition of Adhesives Technology Corp., Arsenal Capital Partners has formed Meridian Adhesives Group and acquired Epoxy Technology, Inc.

June 6, 2018

According to Arsenal Capital Partners, it brings significant experience in the $60 billion global adhesives and sealants market, having previously built Royal Adhesives and Sealants through nine strategic acquisitions and creating a global supplier of adhesives and sealants with sales in excess of $600 million annually.

Floor Adhesives Market to Reach $6.95 Billion in 2023

Based on the material type, acrylic adhesive segment currently dominates the global floor adhesives market.

June 6, 2018

The global floor adhesives market is projected to grow at a healthy growth over the next five years and reach $6.94 billion in 2023.

Market Trends

Hot Melts: A Dynamic, Growing Market

Asia-Pacific is the largest geographical region for hot-melt adhesives, was estimated to be worth $2.9 billion in 2015.

June 1, 2018

Changing consumer trends taking hold at different rates globally will make hot-melt adhesives a dynamic market expected to grow to more than $7.5 billion by 2021.