Articles Tagged with ''adhesives in assembly''

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Sustainable Raw Materials: How to Plan for Market Success

A business plan based on a clear understanding of decision drivers

May 2, 2016

Comprehensive initiatives designed to preserve and improve the environment are included in virtually all manufacturers’ corporate communications. According to the Sheldon Group, 25% of major brand owners have implemented scorecards to rate suppliers and products on environmental impact, and 30-40% more are being developed.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Readers Most Interested in News About H.B. Fuller Acquisition

News about H.B. Fuller’s acquisition received the most reader interest last week.

Teresa McPherson

April 18, 2016

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.

General Motors Recommends Ashland Adhesive

April 5, 2016

Ashland recently announced that its Pliogrip™ 5770 impact-resistant adhesive has been recommended by General Motors.

Construction Growth Driving Adhesive and Sealant Demand

Strong growth in construction activity will underpin advances, driven by increased urbanization and infrastructure improvements in developing countries.

April 1, 2016

Global demand for adhesives and sealants is forecast to rise 4.5% per year through 2019 to 20.2 million metric tons, valued at $64 billion. Strong growth in construction activity will underpin advances, driven by increased urbanization and infrastructure improvements in developing countries, combined with rebounding construction spending in Western Europe and the U.S.

Strategic Solutions

Unmet Needs in Adhesives Technology for OEM Transportation Applications

The unmet need that kept me awake at night actually stems from the open assembly time.

Daniel R. Daley

April 1, 2016

In my 30 years as a senior materials engineering manager with Navistar International, a truck and engine OEM, conventional automotive and truck body manufacturing plants predominantly used 1K epoxy structural adhesives due to their superior bonding performance and manufacturing-friendly properties.

Ask Dr. Dave

I am trying to understand how the organosilanes act chemically.

Organosilanes have been used for many years to enhance the durability of adhesive bonds, particularly to glass surfaces.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

March 1, 2016

Dave Dunn's March 2016 column.

Advancing Adhesives

Retaining Reliability and Endurance in Punishing Applications

Henkel adhesives secure fasteners and strengthen interference fits in snowmobiles used for competitive racing.

March 1, 2016

Competitive snowmobilers, snocross racers, and XGames athletes usePolaris Industries Inc. snowmobiles to help them dominate in extreme events such as racing, long-distance jumping, and freestyle competitions that involve dangerous backflips and extensions.

TECTORIUS: Enhanced Website

February 17, 2016

This company has launched an enhanced version of its website.

TECTORIUS®: Threadlocker

February 11, 2016

A universal, pre-applied threadlocker is now available from this company.

Ask Dr. Dave

How do I disassemble nuts and bolts that were assembled using anaerobic threadlockers, then re-use the fasteners?

Threadlockers are generally comprised of three common types.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

February 1, 2016

Dave Dunn's February 2016 column.

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.