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What tips can you provide for bonding plastics and composites with adhesives?

Dave Dunn's November 2016 column.

November 3, 2016

Adhesives are often a better way to assemble plastics than by using mechanical assembly with fasteners. For example, fiberglass composites are routinely bonded with epoxy or reactive acrylic adhesives in the automotive and marine industries because they give high strength and durable bonds.

ITW Reports Record Third Quarter 2016 Results

Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) recently reported third quarter 2016 financial results.

October 31, 2016

Total revenue was $3.5 billion, an increase of 4%.

Sika Global Automotive to Add Capacity at Hamburg Facility

Sika Global Automotive recently announced the completion of an additional reactor.

October 28, 2016

The company expects that the additional capacity will allow for a more efficient supply base.

Global Engineering Plastics Market to Grow 7%

The global engineering plastics market is projected to register a CAGR of 7.2% in terms of value.

October 24, 2016

The automotive and transportation segment is increasingly inclined toward adoption of engineering plastics products.

Huntsman Polyurethanes Receives BMW Supplier Innovation Award for Sustainability

Huntsman's polyurethanes division has received a supplier innovation award from BMW Group.

October 10, 2016

They were awarded for developing a technology that reduces total emissions from the polyurethane seating foam.

Industrial Adhesives Market to Reach $53 Billion by 2021

The industrial adhesives market is expected to grow from approximately $41.5 billion in 2016 to $53.4 billion by 2021.

September 28, 2016

The market will grow at a compound annual growth rate of 5.2%.

SCIGRIP Increases Production

SCIGRIP recently announced it has scaled up production of its SG42 acrylic bonding system.

September 20, 2016

Production will reportedly begin at its UK facility.

3M to Sell Temporary Protective Films Business

3M recently has entered into an agreement to sell the assets of its temporary protective films business to Pregis LLC.

September 16, 2016

The business reportedly has annual global sales of approximately $50 million.

Henkel Opens Lab in Shanghai

Henkel recently announced it has opened a NVH lab located in the Henkel Adhesive Innovation Center in Shanghai, China.

September 2, 2016

The 400-sq-m facility intends to help the company to stay on top of automotive trends.

Customized Structural Adhesives Deliver Multiple Benefits

Structural adhesives help automotive manufacturers meet existing and upcoming global regulations for fuel efficiency and CO2 emissions.

Ana Wagner

September 1, 2016

Automotive and commercial transportation manufacturers must design and produce vehicles that meet both consumer expectations and government standards for safety, comfort, performance, and sustainability.

H.B. Fuller to Open Aerospace Manufacturing Center of Excellence

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ASC Announces Winners of Its 2026 Innovation Awards

WACKER’s Polymers Division Gets New Leader

Events

June 15, 2026

Adhesive and Sealant Council Executive Leadership Conference

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.

September 14, 2026

Women in Chemicals Conference

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.

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Structural Adhesives: Properties, Characterization and Applications

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