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MACTAC: Low-Ooze, High-Adhesion Labelstocks

The new line offers a selection of durable film facestocks paired with LINTEC's PAT1 and automotive-approved P0066 aggressive acrylic adhesives.

January 28, 2021

Mactac has launched a new line of LINTEC low-ooze, high-adhesion durable labelstocks, which reportedly features a converter-friendly balance of high initial tack and low edge bleed.

dar-tech Becomes U.S. Midwestern Distributor for ZS Interpolymer

ZS Interpolymer produces a range of SYNTRAN water-based acrylic resin grades used in coatings and graphic arts/ink applications.

January 18, 2021

Specialty chemicals and raw materials distributor dar-tech inc. announced an agreement with ZS Interpolymer to become the company's official Midwestern U.S. distributor.

Avery Dennison acrylic foam bonding tape

AVERY DENNISON PERFORMANCE TAPES: Heat-Activated Acrylic Foam Tapes

The new 94 Series AFB heat-activated tapes from Avery Dennison Performance Tapes are reportedly engineered to deliver the high holding power required for rubber extrusion bonding in industrial applications.

January 14, 2021

Avery Dennison Performance Tapes has extended its acrylic foam bonding portfolio with the release of the 94 Series product line.

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.

HUNTSMAN: High-Performance Adhesive Range

The ARALDITE Adhesive Core Range consists of three technologies: epoxy, acrylic, and polyurethane.

January 5, 2021

Huntsman Advanced Materials has announced the launch of its ARALDITE 2000 Adhesive Core Range, designed to help businesses across virtually every industry maximize productivity by covering up to 80% of all bonding needs, from assembling high-performance products to making repairs in tough conditions.

MACTAC: Abrasion- and Chemical-Resistant Labelstock

Known as Durafol, the thermal transfer printable polyester film reportedly enables the production of on-demand, high-performance, variably printed labels.

December 3, 2020

Expanding its LINTEC Durable Goods/Industrial Labeling product line, Mactac recently announced the addition of a polyester film labelstock with high resistance to abrasion and chemicals.

Ask Dr. Dave

Adhesives for Solar Panel Manufacturing

What adhesives should we use in solar panel applications?

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

November 25, 2020

Adhesives have become prevalent in solar applications to replace mechanical fasteners and welding.

MALLARD CREEK POLYMERS: APEO-Free Acrylic Polymer Emulsion

Its mechanical stability allows Rovene 6592 to be formulated for use in adhesives applications such as labels, thin packaging, lamination, and a variety of construction adhesives.

November 25, 2020

Mallard Creek Polymers has developed Rovene 6592, an alkylphenol ethoxylates (APEO)-free emulsion polymer for pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) applications.