Articles Tagged with ''adhesives in assembly''

Ask Dr. Dave

Can you recommend a method for bonding aluminum to aluminum for use in an application for continuous immersion in water?

Dr. Dave shares insights regarding challenges and options for adhesive applications involving water immersion.

February 20, 2020

All adhesives tend to lose strength on immersion in water. Water acts in two ways on a bonded assembly: It can be absorbed into the adhesive and soften it, and it can degrade the interface between the adhesive and the bonded surfaces.

PANACOL: Fast-Curing Epoxy Adhesive for Cosmetic Packaging

According to Panacol, the adhesive can be applied and cured quickly due to its accommodating dispensing properties.

January 30, 2020

The new epoxy-based Vitralit UC 6025 adhesive from Panacol reportedly optimizes automated assembly processes.

DOE Announces $133 Million to Accelerate Advanced Vehicle Technologies Research

Concept papers for this funding opportunity are due February 21, 2020, and full applications will be due April 14, 2020.

January 29, 2020

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recently announced up to $133 million in new and innovative advanced vehicle technologies research.

Product Profile

Optimized Dispensing for Electronics and Automotive Assembly

An optimized dispenser series enables the dispensing of adhesives and sealants in small quantities for electronics, automotive, and similar applications.

January 29, 2020

ViscoTec recently launched its new optimized dispenser series for small dispensing quantities.

MACTAC INDUSTRIAL TAPES: High-Performance Acrylic Adhesive Tape

Macbond HBA724 (IB7372-74) is designed for a wide range of industrial mounting, bonding, and assembly applications.

January 15, 2020

Mactac Industrial Tapes has announced the addition of a new high-performance acrylic adhesive tape to its Macbond product line.

MASTER BOND: Thermally Conductive, Chemically Resistant Epoxy Sealant

Master Bond reports that the product’s long working life makes it ideal for bonding and sealing large or intricate parts that may need ample time for mixing and applying.

January 14, 2020

Master Bond EP62-1AO is a two-part epoxy adhesive and sealant with a working life of 12-14 hr at ambient temperature for a 100-g mass.

Case Study

Acrylate Adhesives Help Provide a Light in the Dark

Light-curing acrylate adhesives are helping an outdoor lighting manufacturer achieve permanent bonds and reliable sealing, even in challenging environments.

Rainer Dörfler

Adrian della Torre

January 8, 2020

Whether it be rain, snow, sleet, or hail, outdoor lighting is fully exposed to the elements. Adhesives help outdoor lighting remain sustainable and well-functioning with permanent bonds and reliable sealing. In a residential neighborhood, seeing and being seen begins in the driveway. LED floodlights not only light the way for us and our cars, but also act as a deterrent to uninvited guests.

Ask Dr. Dave

What are some options and recent developments in bookbinding adhesives?

With many publishers planning for worldwide distribution, and given today’s competitive market, bookbinding adhesives have to be very versatile.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

December 29, 2019

Bookbinding is an important application area for adhesives, and requirements are becoming more demanding.

Top 25 Adhesives & Sealants Industry Feature Articles of 2019

From details regarding the world’s leading adhesives and sealants manufacturers to structural adhesives and raw materials information, readers found a plethora of high-quality content to help them succeed in their businesses.

December 1, 2019

Here we list the past year’s 25 most-viewed features/case study articles on the Adhesives & Sealants Industry website.

Sika Receives Swiss Technology Award for Structural Adhesives Designed for Lightweight Transportation Assembly

Sika received the award for its new high-performance adhesive technology used in lightweight transportation construction.

November 27, 2019

Sika recently announced that it has won the Swiss Technology Award 2019 in the Innovation Leaders category.

This annual event provides current and future leaders in the adhesives and sealants industry with the opportunity to expand their knowledge and network with peers.

Organized by Women in Chemicals, this landmark conference will offer opportunities for networking, learning, and professional development. With a diverse array of sessions, workshops, and social events, participants can expect a dynamic program designed to empower and inspire.