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Superglues vs. Polyurethane Glues

Should I use superglue or one of the new polyurethane glues for general-purpose assembly and home repairs?

April 19, 2021

I have worked with companies that manufacture superglue and polyurethane glue, both of which are single-component, no-mix adhesives. Superglue, which is the common term for cyanoacrylate adhesive, has been around for about 60 years. In contrast, the polyurethanes are about 20 years old in the retail market and somewhat older in professional woodworking. I admit to using both types of adhesive regularly.

Sika Begins Production of Epoxy Resins in Qatar, Expands Capacity for Concrete Admixtures

Local production facilities will allow Sika to comply with Qatar's state sourcing policy that stipulates preference be given to domestically manufactured products.

April 16, 2021

Sika recently announced that it has started manufacturing epoxy resins and has expanded its production capacity for concrete admixtures in Qatar.

IPC Issues Call for Participation for IPC APEX EXPO 2022

Technical conference paper abstracts are due June 18, 2021, and professional development course proposals are due July 16, 2021.

April 16, 2021

IPC recently announced that it is inviting engineers, researchers, academics, technical experts, and industry leaders to submit abstracts for IPC APEX EXPO 2022.

Strategic Solutions

Patenting Considerations for Composition Inventions in the Adhesives and Sealants Industry

Incorporating compositions into process or assembly/device claims, although restrictive, can afford some protection. But is it enough?

Sapna Blackburn Ph.D.

April 15, 2021

The global adhesives and sealants market grew from approximately $45 billion in 2010 to around $63 billion last year, according to The Adhesive and Sealant Council’s recently released “2020-2023 North American Market Report for Adhesives and Sealants, with a Global Overview.” During this period, over 200 patent applications (simple family groups) in the technical fields of adhesives and sealants were filed across the five major IP jurisdictions (US, EU, CN, JP, KR).

Admix Appoints Hansen Chief Operating Officer to Spearhead Lean Initiatives

Hansen will work to advance the manufacturing, assembly, supply chain, and regulatory compliance efficiencies at Admix through lean principles and process improvement methodologies.

April 15, 2021

Admix, Inc. recently announced the appointment of Thom Hansen as chief operating officer.

CHARLES ROSS & SON CO.: Dual-Shaft Mixer

Complementing the high-shear mixer, a two-wing anchor promotes bulk flow and uniform batch temperature.

April 15, 2021

Charles Ross & Son Co. announced that it incorporates a high-shear rotor/stator into its dual-shaft mixer designed for more intense shearing and homogenization requirements.

Dow Named One of the 2021 100 Best Companies to Work For

Dow reports that it is the only materials science company to make the list.

April 15, 2021

For the first time, Dow has earned a place on the Great Place to Work^® and Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For^® list, ranking #99.

Epoxy Resins Market to Surpass $5.8 Billion by 2027

Strong demand from the aviation industry is propelling market growth of epoxy resins, which are widely used as corrosion inhibitors.

April 14, 2021

The global epoxy resins market was estimated to be valued at more than $3.5 billion in terms of revenue in 2019 and is predicted to grow at a CAGR of 6.6% from 2020 to 2027, according to a report published by Coherent Market Insights.

SOCMA's Specialty & Custom Chemicals Show Confirmed for February 2022 in Texas

The Specialty & Custom Chemicals Show launched in February 2019 and has grown to almost 1,300 attendees and more than 200 exhibiting companies.

April 14, 2021

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) will hold the Specialty & Custom Chemicals Show at the Omni in Fort Worth, Texas, February 28-March 2, 2022.

Chromaflo Awarded Gold Status Corporate Social Responsibility Rating by EcoVadis in EMEA

EcoVadis evaluated several Corporate Social Responsibility criteria, including waste management, energy consumption, and use of renewable energies.

April 14, 2021

Chromaflo Technologies recently announced that it has again been awarded a Gold Rating by the Corporate Social Responsibility assessment from EcoVadis for its EMEA operations.