Articles Tagged with ''adhesives in assembly''

Photo of leaders from DuPont and the Zhangjiagang government at groundbreaking ceremony.

DuPont Breaks Ground on New Facility in East China

The facility will produce a range of materials to advance applications for electrification and lightweighting in support of growing demand for DuPont’s automotive adhesives.

November 22, 2021

DuPont has broken ground on a previously announced $30 million facility in Zhangjiagang, China.

Ask Dr. Dave

Bonding Polystyrene Foam

We want to bond sheets of polystyrene foam to steel and to wood. What adhesives would you recommend that will be effective and safe to use?

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

November 19, 2021

Bonding polystyrene foam to steel and wood is an application that was traditionally done with contact cements or other solvent-based adhesives. Due to health and flammability concerns, however, the modern trend is to use 100% reactive systems.

H.B. FULLER INDIA: Adhesive for Paper Straws

H.B. Fuller reports that this latest launch offers differentiated advantages in terms of sustainability, safety, and manufacturing efficiency.

November 16, 2021

H.B. Fuller India recently announced a new food-safe adhesive under its Swift^®tak brand to meet increasing demand for paper straws.

Latex Binders, Lithium-Ion Batteries, and Electric Vehicles

Although binder adhesives are a small component of the lithium-ion batteries that power electric vehicles, they play a critical role in ensuring performance and efficiency while providing improved battery kinetics.

Christian Page

November 10, 2021

Materials companies are searching for solutions to refine the Li-ion battery, increase its capacity, and enhance its charging capabilities without increasing its weight. New innovation is required to take Li-ion batteries to the next level. Part of the solution lies with binder adhesives.

XLYNX MATERIALS: Molecular Glue

These adhesives reportedly make it possible to permanently adhere difficult-to-bond polymers to themselves and to other materials.

November 4, 2021

XlynX Materials recently announced the creation of a new class of adhesives the company is calling molecular glues.

Addressing Sustainability in Disposable Hygiene Products

Adhesive manufacturers can partner with players all along the supply chain to reduce the environmental impact of single-use disposable hygiene products.

Paul Andrews Darius Deak

November 1, 2021

Adhesives are not typically top of mind to consumers of disposable hygiene products. They are not a large part of the product and can possibly be an afterthought by the article producers themselves. However, it is important to recognize that adhesives have several important tasks in these applications, from sealing and securing the diaper or pad core’s structure to holding elastics firmly in place inside the diaper.

From the Editor

Knowledge and Networking at Adhesive Industry Events

Two in-person events this month will provide attendees with various opportunities to expand their knowledge and interact with peers.

Susan Sutton

October 22, 2021

October is shaping up to be an exciting month, with two major in-person industry events: The Adhesive and Sealant Council’s (ASC) Annual Convention & EXPO and The ASSEMBLY Show. Both events will feature various learning and technical sessions, exhibitions, and myriad networking activities to provide attendees with opportunities to expand their knowledge and interact with peers.

ASSEMBLY in Action

Myriad adhesives and related technologies will be showcased at The ASSEMBLY Show.

October 21, 2021

The ASSEMBLY Show will return October 24-26, live and in person at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IlI.

Ask Dr. Dave

Vibration- and Shock-Resistant Adhesives

Which adhesives can resist serious vibration and shocks?

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

October 20, 2021

You have a wide range of possibilities here. Normally, you would require an adhesive that has been toughened with a rubber for this.

Photo of Panacol medical-grade adhesive in use

PANACOL: Biocompatible UV Adhesive for Soft Plastics

Vitralit UV 7030 is a one-component, solvent-free, UV-curable acrylic adhesive.

October 19, 2021

Panacol has developed a new UV-curable acrylic adhesive that is certified to USP Class VI biocompatibility standards for medical device assembly applications.

This annual Midwest coatings conference combines all of the high-quality technical presentations, exhibits and networking opportunities from the Coatings Trends and Technologies and Powder Coating Summit conferences into one new event. The event caters to both liquid and powder coatings formulators and manufacturers.

As the industry’s premier international event, WAC 2026 offers a unique opportunity for professionals from every continent to connect, collaborate, and shape the future of the sector.