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Ask Dr. Dave: What is the best way to prepare aluminum surfaces for bonding with epoxy or acrylic adhesives?

Aluminum and its alloys can be bonded successfully with a range of adhesives.

May 1, 2015

Dave Dunn's May 2015 column.

Two-Part Adhesives and Application Equipment

Many different starting materials are available in the formulation of two-part adhesives, all of which will require a variety of mixing, dispensing, and application methods.

Stephanie Shira

April 1, 2015

Two-part adhesives are an ever-growing segment of the adhesive and sealant industry, with applications in aerospace, construction, automotive, consumer goods, and the DIY/repair sectors.

Adhesives at Work: U.S. Coast Guard Turns to Electrocoat Primer System

An eco-friendly aerospace primer saves time and weight while enhancing corrosion resistance.

April 1, 2015

PPG Industries’ aerospace coatings group has installed the first commercial system in the U.S. for application of its aerospace electrocoat (e-coat) primer to aircraft parts at the U.S. Coast Guard Aviation Logistics Center in Elizabeth City, N.C.

Strategic Solutions: The Future of Adhesives and Sealants

The 21st century will be characterized by chemical joining and bonding.

Dr. Jürgen Wegner

April 1, 2015

It is no secret that the performance of adhesives and sealants is advanced through polymer science.

Yee-Haw: Adhesives and Sealants Industry Heads to Nashville!

Adhesives and sealants professionals will be telling their stories as the industry gathers this month in Nashville.

Susan Sutton

April 1, 2015

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Top 5 News that Sticks

Boeing Performance Award Keeps Bostik at #1

Bostik’s recognition from Boeing continued to interest readers last week.

Susan Sutton

March 30, 2015

This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Aerospace Award Puts Bostik in Top Spot

Last week, readers were most interested in Bostik’s recognition by Boeing.

Susan Sutton

March 23, 2015

This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week.

Bostik Receives Boeing Performance Award

March 17, 2015

Bostik recently announced it has received a Boeing Performance Excellence Award for the third year in a row.

Ask Dr. Dave: What advantages do I have if I choose an adhesive that has MIL-SPEC approval?

If you buy an adhesive or sealant that has MIL-SPEC approval, it means the product has passed certain performance specifications.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

February 2, 2015

Dave Dunn's February 2015 column.

Solutions in Silicone

Silicone's coil-like structure has enabled the creation of a wide range of previously unimaginable products.

February 2, 2015

The second most common element on earth, silicon represents 28% of the earth’s crust and is found in sand, silicates, and many minerals such as quartz.