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What Are Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives and Tapes?

A variety of adhesive chemistries and tape formats can be combined to help ensure that a specific tape satisfies a specific need.

Anthony Cotter

June 24, 2020

The Pressure Sensitive Tape Council defines a pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) as requiring two things: aggressive and permanent tack, and adhesion with finger pressure. This simple definition makes the concept of a PSA easy for anyone to understand.

MACTAC: Cold-Temperature Tapes

According to Mactac, Macbond Arctic provides superior adhesive performance for a wide range of temperatures (-65 to 150˚F).

June 24, 2020

Mactac Industrial Tapes recently announced the launch of a new cold-temperature industrial tape line, Macbond Arctic.

Dow Issues Sustainability Report, Sets Targets to Drive Toward a Circular Economy

Dow’s new sustainability targets, which align to and build on its 2025 Sustainability Goals, include a number of initiatives.

June 24, 2020

Dow recently outlined progress and results aligned to its 2025 Sustainability Goals in its “2019 Sustainability Report.”

Builder Confidence Surges in June as Housing Rebound is Underway

All of the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index indices posted gains in June.

June 24, 2020

In a sign that housing stands poised to lead a post-pandemic economic recovery, builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes jumped 21 points to 58 in June, according to the latest National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI).

Egan and Dulá Join Huntsman Board of Directors

Cynthia L. Egan and Sonia Dulá both reportedly bring to Huntsman long and distinguished professional careers in global financial services, investment management, and international operations.

June 23, 2020

Huntsman Corp. recently announced the appointment of Cynthia L. Egan and Sonia Dulá to its board of directors.

DAP: Textured Concrete Sealant

Premium Textured Concrete is a textured latex sealant that simulates concrete, allowing users to achieve more accurate color matching to common concrete material.

June 23, 2020

DAP reports that its new Premium Textured Concrete, which is formulated with a textured finish to seamlessly blend with concrete, offers superior elongation and extension recovery for a more durable and long-lasting seal.

McConway Named President of IXS Coatings

Prior to assuming his new role, Barry J. McConway served as the executive vice president of IXS Coatings and Ultimate Linings LTD.

June 23, 2020

IXS Coatings recently announced that Barry J. McConway has been appointed its new president.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Sika Acquisition Draws Most Reader Interest

Sika’s acquisition of Modern Waterproofing Group garnered the most reader interest last week.

Susan Sutton

June 22, 2020

Has your company made an acquisition? Please send your news releases to me at suttons@bnpmedia.com.

Henkel and Origin Collaborate to Help Meet Demand for COVID-19 Nasopharyngeal Swabs

Working cooperatively with Origin, Henkel supplied knowledge and technology to help design a nasopharyngeal swab that could be 3D printed at scale.

June 22, 2020

In collaboration with Origin, Henkel recently announced that it has leveraged its ability to carry out biocompatibility and mechanical testing at its facility in Concord, Calif., and provided a range of 3D-printable medical photopolymers designed for use on Origin’s material development systems.

Admix Inline Mixers Awarded EHEDG Certification

According to Admix, the certified mixers feature design modifications to the rotor and seal technology in order to meet the standards for hygienic equipment design.

June 19, 2020

Admix, Inc. recently announced that its DynaShear inline mixers have been certified by the European Hygienic Engineering & Design Group (EHEDG) for meeting strict guidelines for hygienic design and cleanability.