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A comprehensive overview of the China National Adhesives Industry Association's sixth World Adhesive Conference, held in Beijing, October 20-22, 2004.

Liquid polyurethane adhesives have been used for laminating flexible films, foils and paper in the flexible packaging industry for over 30 years.

3-D digital engineering is being used in a variety of applications and is impacting the world in ways never imagined.

Larry Sloan takes the reins as president of the Adhesive and Sealant Council, Inc.

Electronics adhesives manufacturing executives speak out on issues facing electronics manufacturing and the future of adhesives for electronics. Participating in the roundtable are Kären Olson, president/CEO of Adhesives Research Inc.; Jesse Singh, vice president, 3M Electronics Markets Materials Division; and Patrick Trippel, president, Electronics group of Henkel.

As 2004 came to an end, one couldn't help but wonder whether adhesive and sealant manufacturers let out a sigh of relief and collectively expressed their "good riddance" to one of the most challenging years in recent history. While top-line growth confirmed our economic recovery, the bottom line crumbled under the pressure of rapidly escalating raw materials. Will 2005 offer hope and prosperity?

Acknowledging that they will face raw material challenges, pressure-sensitive tape manufacturers look forward to the new year and expect their industry will be paced by the growth experienced in key tape markets and a continuing solid economy.

Soybean Polymer Roof Installed at Shedd Aquarium.

Company deploys RFID system to meet retailer's tag requirements.

Recent advances in polymer encapsulation technology eliminate wire sweep during bonding.