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Differential Release Liners Defined

Differential release liners often serve as critical components in the manufacture of tapes, fiber composite and medical materials.

Stephen Hutter Martin McDonough Jeffrey Krueger

April 1, 2014

Differential release liners play a critical role in the coated product supply chain and adhesives product development.

HENKEL: Absorbent Films

November 22, 2013

This company’s Electronics Group has formulated a series of novel thermal absorbent films.

HENKEL: Surfacing Film

November 11, 2013

Loctite EA 9845 LC Aero is a new epoxy-based surfacing film for composites that reportedly offers enhanced protection against lightning strike.

MICHELMAN: Film Former

October 18, 2013

Hydrosize^®U5-02 is a new water- and urethane-based film former designed primarily for polyamide and PPS fiber reinforcement applications.

Converting Equipment for Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives

Specialized equipment is necessary to convert pressure-sensitive adhesives effectively.

Michael Pappas

October 1, 2013

Converting webs of pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) presents a variety of challenges. The inherent sticky properties of adhesives can be problematic throughout the slitting and rewinding process.

MACtac® Receives UL Recognition on Overlamination after Printing on Durable Films

September 20, 2013

MACtac^®recently announced its Roll Label has secured Underwriter Laboratories (UL) Recognition for overlamination after printing on durable films with Environmental Film III No Wax Inks.

EASTMAN CHEMICAL CO.: Window Film

September 19, 2013

This company’s EnerLogic^® 35 low-e insulating window film reportedly provides homeowners with savings on heating and cooling costs.

Aligning Adhesive Price and Performance

Knowing a few basic distinctions among adhesives could help manufacturers save money and extend the life of their products.

Kurt Schramer

September 4, 2013

For technical applications that require some form of adhesion, pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) usually offer the best value, given their affordability, ease of use and clean application, when compared to alternative bonding options like mechanical fasteners or liquid adhesives.