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Simmet Receives Epoxy Award

The Epoxy Interest Group recently announced John L. Simmet as the recipient of the Epoxy Industry Service Award.

December 2, 2016

During his career, Simmet helped establish the first multi-rebar coating plant in the world.

Roofing Adhesives Demand to Rise 6%

The market size for roofing adhesives is estimated to grow from $4.17 billion to $5.78 billion.

November 14, 2016

The market will be driven by the rising demand of roofing adhesives in residential and non-residential/commercial constructions.

DELO: Two-Component Adhesive

November 9, 2016

This company now offers a two-component adhesive for aircraft interiors.

Ask Dr. Dave

What tips can you provide for bonding plastics and composites with adhesives?

Dave Dunn's November 2016 column.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

November 3, 2016

Adhesives are often a better way to assemble plastics than by using mechanical assembly with fasteners. For example, fiberglass composites are routinely bonded with epoxy or reactive acrylic adhesives in the automotive and marine industries because they give high strength and durable bonds.

DOW AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS: Epoxy Intermediates

September 16, 2016

This company has developed VORAFUSE™ epoxy intermediates.

Fiber Optic Center Adds Hernon Epoxy

Fiber Optic Center Inc. recently announced the addition of Hernon Tuffbond 302 epoxy adhesive to its epoxy line.

August 24, 2016

The epoxy reportedly performs under temperature cycling from -54°C to 85°C.

Ask Dr. Dave

Which hardeners are recommended for very fast curing epoxy adhesives?

The most widely used hardeners for very fast curing adhesives are specialty mercaptans.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

July 1, 2016

Dave Dunn's July 2016 column.

INDURON PROTECTIVE COATINGS: Water Epoxy

June 17, 2016

This company recently announced the launch of its newest NSF Standard 61-approved potable water epoxy.

GABRIEL PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS: Curing Agents

May 10, 2016

This company recently announced it has commercialized the Versamid® product family.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Shell Makes Top News for Second Consecutive Week

News about Shell’s expansion received the most reader interest again last week.

Teresa McPherson

March 7, 2016

This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week on our website, as well as our eNewsletter and social media platforms.