Epoxies - Articles - Page 23 | Adhesives & Sealants Industry

Ask Dr. Dave: July 2013

Can you suggest ways to improve an adhesive system in terms of moisture/water sensitivity?

July 1, 2013

QUESTION: We are successfully structurally bonding Belgian Blue Stone—also called Petit Granit (a non-porous limestone material)—with a two-component epoxy in an industrial process.

Toughening Epoxy Adhesives

The addition of a polyurethane segment into the epoxy polymer improves strength and heat resistance for commercial epoxy adhesives.

Jay A. Johnston

July 1, 2013

Due to their different physical properties, epoxy adhesives and polyurethane adhesives are sold into different segments of the adhesives market.

CVC Thermoset Specialties Appoints Mexico Distributor

June 26, 2013

CVC Thermoset Specialties, an Emerald Performance Materials company, recently announced it has appointed High Chem Specialties Mexico S.A. de C.V. as its exclusive distributor in Mexico.

HUNTSMAN: Adhesives, Edge Filler

May 21, 2013

This company has released several new products, including: a structural epoxy adhesive with high hot-wet glass-transition temperatures.

Ask Dr. Dave: May 2013

Several types of products can provide high electrical conductivity for assembly applications.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

May 1, 2013

QUESTION: We are looking for adhesives with high electrical conductivity for several assembly operations. What alternatives do we have?

China’s Epoxy Resin Industry Continues Growth

February 11, 2013

In recent years, the production capacity and output of global epoxy resin industry showed a growth trend, according to a new report.

H.B. FULLER CO.: Epoxy Potting Compound

January 21, 2013

This company has expanded its family of materials for the encapsulation and protection of electronic assemblies and components with its FH1438AB epoxy potting compound.

Ask Dr. Dave: December 2012

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

November 30, 2012

QUESTION: We have been advised to use an organosilane adhesion promoter in an acrylic adhesive to bond glass to metal.

Ask Dr. Dave: October 2012

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

October 1, 2012

QUESTION: We use cyanoacrylate adhesives in several assembly operations, but we are reluctant to use them for parts that might be used outdoors. What do you recommend?

MOMENTIVE: Epoxy System for Composites

September 19, 2012

This company recently unveiled a new epoxy system to hasten mass production of carbon-fiber composites for lightweight automotive structural components.