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Reversible Glue and Customizable Bio-Adhesive Patches: The Latest Adhesion Science

New research in adhesion science includes a reversible glue developed by a team at Newcastle University and customizable bioadhesive patches created by scientists at Pohang University of Science and Technology in Korea.

Karen Parker

April 17, 2024

Researchers around the world are publishing their latest discoveries in scientific journals. Here are three recent developments in adhesion technology research.

Robotic Dispenser Helps Expand Use of Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives

Each dispenser can be programmed with multiple recipes, for single- or double-sided flat, foam, or felt adhesives.

David Gersovitz

April 15, 2024

A new robotic pressure-sensitive tape dispenser is helping manufacturers make the case for PSAs over more traditional joining methods.

Embrace Change and Drive Excellence at Tape Week 2024

Tape Week 2024 will take place April 29 to May 2, 2024, in Orlando, Florida.

Joe Tocci

March 28, 2024

With the theme, "Adapting to Change, Optimizing for Excellence," Tape Week 2024 will give attendees the information they need to navigate the latest industry challenges.

Executives at Lohmann receiving EcoVadis award

Lohmann Receives EcoVadis Silver Medal

March 17, 2024

Adhesive tape provider Lohmann GmbH & Co. KG has yet again been awarded the silver medal from EcoVadis.

Avery Dennison Performance Tapes Launches New Portfolio

ASI Staffer

March 9, 2024

Tapes feature ease of use, durability, and damping properties that address challenges in the appliance industry.

From the Editor

Cooperation Leads to New Tool for European Tape Industry

A cooperation between Afera and the German Adhesives Association will result in a new tool for liquid adhesives and tape manufacturers.

Karen Parker

February 28, 2024

Afera, the European Tape Association, and the German Adhesives Association (IVK), are developing a Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) tool for harmonized PCF calculation of adhesives and adhesive tapes.

The Benefits of Using PSA Tapes in Exterior Building Solutions

PSA tapes are growing as an alternative to liquid adhesives and traditional fastening technologies in building and construction applications, such the high-growth metal building systems segment.

Rebecca Blose

February 17, 2024

PSA tapes are increasingly used as an alternative to liquid adhesives and traditional fastening technologies in building and construction applications.

Engineers Design Stronger Tape Through the Art of Cutting

Applying specific paper cutting techniques to adhesive tape made the bond of the tape stronger by a factor of 60 while still allowing for easy removal by peeling in the opposite direction.

February 16, 2024

A team at Virginia Tech has adapted kirigami, the ancient Japanese art of cutting paper, into a method for increasing the adhesive bond of ordinary tape.

How Formulation and Coating Method Impact UV HMPSAs

Understanding how tackification and coating method impact the effectiveness of UV curing helps to ensure that UV HMPSA properties are properly balanced for their intended end-use application.

Bostik, Inc.

February 15, 2024

The adhesive formulation, adhesive thickness, and coating method all impact the properties of UV-curable acrylic, hot-melt pressure-sensitive adhesives.

Photo of people's hands coming together like teamwork.

Afera to Develop a PCF Tool for Adhesive and Tape Manufacturers in Europe

January 29, 2024

The completion of a workshop series hosted by Afera and the German Adhesives Association paves the way for the development of a new Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) tool for adhesive tape manufacturers in Europe.