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HUMISEAL: Optically Clear Adhesives for Electronics Protection and Assembly

Properties include ultra-low shrinkage, superior and variable light transmission properties, resistance to discoloration, and resistance to both thermal and mechanical damage.

February 11, 2021

HumiSeal^® has introduced a complete line of liquid, optically clear adhesives that provide enhanced optical properties and improved durability of optical devices and displays.

North American Printed Circuit Board Industry Sales Increase in December

PCB bookings in December rose 9.2% year-over-year and increased 9.1% from the previous month.

February 5, 2021

IPC recently announced the December 2020 findings from its North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program, reporting that orders were up by 4.5% compared to the same month last year.

DELO Reduces Global Carbon Footprint with High-Performance Shipping Containers

The savings correspond to the carbon dioxide emissions of 1,250 cars with an annual mileage of 9,321 miles.

January 29, 2021

Since 2018, DELO has saved 3,200 tons of carbon dioxide (CO²) with a new solution for shipping adhesives.

Silicone Adhesives for Lifetime Performance in Vehicle Electrification and Autonomy

Module joint design, adhesive selection, substrate choice, and combined mechanical and environmental stresses in the field all impact the longevity of the protective seal on a vehicle's electronic part.

Brad Tuft

January 27, 2021

Transportation electronics in both battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and autonomous vehicles regulate crucial on-board domains such as drive control units, safety systems, proximity sensors, and connectivity controllers. The electronics in these increasingly sophisticated computers are susceptible to corrosion failures from exposure to water and salt during vehicle operation that can result in performance problems, loss of function, and expensive repairs.

CREATIVE MATERIALS: Silver-Filled Epoxy Adhesives

Applications for the 128-32 series include conductive splicing of ribbon cables, electrical attachment of surface-mounted devices, and bonding of flex circuits to PC boards and electroluminescent panels.

January 21, 2021

The new 128-32 series of anisotropically conductive B-stageable silver-filled epoxy adhesives can be applied by screen-printing, dipping, and syringe dispensing.

Bostik Strengthens Instant Engineering Adhesives Business with Investment in Crackless Monomer Co.

CMC, which will be 51% owned by Bostik for an investment of around $11 million, will produce specialty cyanoacrylate monomers on an industrial scale at a competitive cost.

January 21, 2021

Arkema recently announced an investment in Crackless Monomer Co. (CMC), a joint venture between Bostik and Taiwanese company Cartell Chemical Co., to accelerate the development and production of high-value-added engineering adhesives.

From the Editor

Adhesives and Sealants Help Provide the Best Medicine

Adhesive and sealant producers are innovating myriad technologies for medical applications to meet the needs of COVID-19 and beyond.

Susan Sutton

January 20, 2021

The past year embodies the old proverb that “necessity is the mother of invention.” From remote schooling and work to virtual meetings and celebrations, COVID-19’s rapid spread and continued threat forced us to create new ways to lead productive lives as safely as possible.

North American Printed Circuit Board Sales Essentially Flat in November

Total North American printed circuit board shipments in November 2020 were up 1% percent compared to the same month in the prior year.

January 6, 2021

IPC recently announced the November 2020 findings from its North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program.

Printed Electronics: Enabling Remote Healthcare and Enhancing Patient Treatment

Many innovative digital health solutions rely on printed electronics that are enabled by functional inks, coatings, and adhesives.

December 28, 2020

The current COVID-19 pandemic has put global healthcare systems under tremendous pressure. While some of the impacts are short term, others are considered transformative.