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Selecting UV Spot-Curing Technology

Selecting UV Spot-Curing Technology

UV spot curing offers a number of advantages over traditional adhesive assembly methods
Mike Kay
June 1, 2016

UV spot-curing systems have been used in assembly and manufacturing processes for over 30 years. Historically, mercury arc lamps have been used as the curing source in a range of industrial applications and processes to polymerize adhesives. With their broad spectrum and high output, lamps have provided an effective solution for many years.


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Teresa McPherson ASI Editors Blog

Editor's Memo: Dispensing and Curing and More!

Our annual Dispensing and Curing Equipment Directory includes supplier companies and contact information for various types of dispensing, curing and filling equipment.
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Teresa McPherson
June 1, 2016

Welcome to the annual Dispensing and Curing Equipment Directory! Found on pp. 10-14, the chart-style directory includes supplier companies* and contact information for various types of dispensing, curing and filling equipment.


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Sekisui Announces Capacity Expansion

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals recently announced the startup of a major capacity expansion.
June 1, 2016
Sekisui will expand its high-purity methyl acetate production unit in Tarragona, Spain.
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Kuraray to Increase Capacity

Kuraray Co. Ltd. has announced plans to increase the production capacity of ethylene vinyl alcohol copolymer, EVAL.
May 31, 2016
The plant, located in Pasadena, Texas, reportedly will increase their capacity by 11,000 tons per year.
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Arkema Expands Bostik Manufacturing Capacities in Malaysia

Bostik recently announced it has expanded its cementitious products manufacturing capacities at its Seremban plant in Malaysia.
May 31, 2016
With the significant expansion of its production capacities in Seremban, Bostik has increased its manufacturing presence in Malaysia.
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Stepan to Close Canadian Plant

Stepan Co. recently announced plans to cease all production activities and shut down its Longford Mills, Canada, facility by the end of the year.
May 30, 2016
This decision reportedly will result in a workforce reduction of approximately 30 employees.
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Construction Chemicals Market to Grow 8%

The construction chemicals market is estimated at $19.9 billion in 2015 and forecasted to be $21.4 billion in 2016.
May 27, 2016
The market is expected to maintain a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9% between 2016 and 2022.
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