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Bonding with Differing Coefficients of Thermal Expansion

We have a problem maintaining adhesion to two steel surfaces at divergent temperatures because of the response of materials to thermal conditions when going through heating and cooling cycles.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

August 17, 2021

We are using epoxy adhesives to bond steel substrates that are exposed periodically to both 150˚C and as low as 0˚C. Our problem is in maintaining adhesion to the two steel surfaces at such divergent temperatures because of the response of materials to thermal conditions when going through heating and cooling cycles. Do you have any suggestions?

Solving Challenges in Electric Vehicle Batteries with Pressure-Sensitive Tapes

The electric vehicle space is an area that will provide a tremendous opportunity to converters and others working with high-performance, pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tapes.

Scott Krusinski

August 9, 2021

Automakers are investing heavily in electric vehicle (EV) technology and are setting long-term goals for phasing out internal combustion engines. This strategic shift is driven by government policy, long-term competitiveness, and innovations in lithium-ion technology and production that have extended the EV driving range and reduced battery pack costs.

Seven Ways Adhesives Push Electric Vehicle Design Forward

Adhesives offer significant advancements in electric vehicle safety, cost, durability, and performance.

Andreas Lutz Ph.D.

August 2, 2021

The transformation of the world’s vehicles from internal combustion engines (ICEs) to electric vehicles (EVs) relies in large part on what holds the vehicles together—namely, adhesives.

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Adhesives for Fiberglass Bonding

What are the best adhesives for bonding fiberglass components?

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

July 20, 2021

Called thermoset polyesters, these materials are glass fiber-reinforced unsaturated polyesters. They are also often referred to as “sheet molding compounds” (SMCs), “fiber-reinforced plastics” (FRPs), or simply “fiberglass.”

HENKEL: Primerless Adhesive for Work Truck and Manufacturing Applications

The primerless adhesive is suitable for a variety of work truck and manufacturing applications that require high-strength adhesion of loads to thin walls or small areas.

July 6, 2021

Simplifying the assembly process, Henkel's new Teroson^® primerless MS 9222 adhesive eliminates the need for an adhesion promotor for work truck and manufacturing applications.

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Common Dispensing Challenges and Solutions for Adhesives and Other Materials

Nearly 900 plant engineering and management personnel from diverse industries within the U.S. weigh in on specific challenges they face relating to their dispensing methods.

Claude Bergeron

May 25, 2021

The methods for dispensing adhesives, epoxies, grease, silicone, oils, sealants, and a multitude of other assembly fluids cover a wide spectrum of techniques—from manual applications like squeeze bottles, toothpicks, and hand-plunger syringes to semi-automated tabletop dispensing robots. Each dispensing method presents unique challenges as manufacturers attempt to scale the sophistication of their fluid dispensing processes to meet requirements for quality, volume throughput, and cost efficiency.

Modernizing Assembly Lines with UV LED Curing

Adhesive bonding, sealing, and coating processes in factory assembly lines are rapidly upgrading to UV LED curing technology.

Jake Chaney Stacy Hoge

May 12, 2021

Ultraviolet (UV) light-emitting diode (LED) curing technology offers significant advantages compared to traditional mercury UV curing. As a result, adhesive bonding, sealing, and coating processes in factory assembly lines are rapidly upgrading to UV LED curing technology.

DuPont to Build New Adhesives Manufacturing Facility in China

Products manufactured at the facility will serve customers in the transportation industry, primarily vehicle electrification applications and lightweighting.

April 26, 2021

DuPont recently announced that it is investing approximately $30 million to build a new manufacturing facility in Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu Province, in East China.

From the Editor

Exploring Assembly Applications for Adhesives and Sealants

From automotive and construction to general industrial applications, the use of adhesives and sealants is expanding in assembly operations around the world.

Susan Sutton

April 23, 2021

We’re focusing on adhesives in assembly applications in this issue of ASI, and it’s always exciting to see the industry’s development of new technologies in this sector, as well as the increasing willingness of OEMs and others to accept them.

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Adhesive Bonding of Thermoplastics in Automotive

April 21, 2021

Vehicle manufacturers are improving fuel economy while reducing emissions by lightening the overall weight through material replacement. Using thermoplastics and adhesives instead of traditional screws and metals create less weight.