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Selecting and Testing Skin Adhesives for Medical Fixation Devices

The development of adhesives and substrates for wearable medical devices is challenging and requires careful consideration due to the nature of human skin and the characteristics of the specific device.

July 7, 2021

The wearable medical device market is growing rapidly, driven by demand for innovative products that offer personalized care such as activity monitoring, point-of-care diagnostics, and dispensing (insulin, medications, electrolytes, etc.). These devices are quickly becoming a valuable part of many care plans, as they lessen the patient’s time in medical facilities—which has been critically important throughout the COVID-19 pandemic—and reduce healthcare costs.

Schreiner Group Receives Multiple FINAT Awards

The group won prizes in the Innovation, Industrial, Pharmaceutical, and Automotive categories.

June 18, 2021

At this year's FINAT Awards presentation, Schreiner Group received first-place awards in four different categories.

Kraton Block Copolymer Granted Section 18 Emergency Exemption by EPA

The EPA exemption will allow Delta Air Lines to use the block copolymer in specific applications in Georgia, Utah, and Minnesota to protect against the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

April 27, 2021

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved a public health emergency exemption under Section 18 of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) submitted by the Georgia, Utah, and Minnesota Departments of Agriculture for the deployment of Kraton Corp.’s BiaXam™ in specific applications.

Fedrigoni Announces Rebranding from Arconvert Ritrama to Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives

The new identity creates a homogeneous name and image for the self-adhesive materials division.

March 30, 2021

Fedrigoni Group has launched a new global identity to strengthen the group's positioning, with a distinctive image for the company's many brands.

Channeled Resources Installs Two Martin Automatic Butt Splicers

The two butt splicers will provide tandem, inline splicing for Channeled Resources Group's Cohesio label machine.

March 22, 2021

Channeled Resources Group (CRG) recently announced that it has installed two MBS 05-22-50 Martin Automatic butt splicers at its plant in Marathon City, Wis.

DuPont to Strengthen Electronic Materials Position with Acquisition of Laird Performance Materials

Laird Performance Materials offers a range of performance components and solutions that manage heat and protect devices from electromagnetic interference.

March 16, 2021

DuPont recently announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with Advent International to acquire Laird Performance Materials.

LaFata Named President of Dunmore

Phil LaFata has experience starting manufacturing companies and has held executive leadership positions in plastics casting and coating companies focused on the graphics industry.

February 19, 2021

Dunmore, a Steel Partners company, recently announced that Phil LaFata has been chosen as its new president.

FLEXCON: Polypropylene Films for Labeling Applications

FLEXCon reports that the polypropylene films were subjected to rigorous durability testing side by side with vinyls, and they performed just as well.

January 13, 2021

FLEXcon Co., Inc. has announced the introduction of FLEXcon NEXgen polypropylene films, which are reportedly sustainable “greener” non-vinyl alternatives for durable labeling applications.

DOW: Acrylic Adhesives for Pressure-Sensitive Paper and Film Labels

Dow’s new technologies reportedly streamline the ability of label stock manufacturers, converters, and brand owners to address new and changing industry demands.

January 12, 2021

Dow reports that it is expanding its focus on the label industry by launching its INVISU™ acrylic adhesive portfolio in North America.

TOYOCHEM: High-Solids Polyurethane Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives

The new high-solids system reportedly contributes to reduced carbon dioxide gases during coating and drying processes for a safer, more environmentally sound work environment.

December 31, 2020

Toyochem Co., Ltd., a member of the Toyo Ink Group, has developed a new Cyabine series of polyurethane pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) with an ultra-high solids content of 99% or more.