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Henkel polyurethane hot melt for electronics

HENKEL: Bio-Based Polyurethane Hot-Melt Adhesive for Consumer Electronics Assembly

This is the company's inaugural consumer electronics-specific, bio-based PUR hot-melt adhesive.

August 19, 2021

Henkel recently announced the development and commercial availability of LOCTITE^® HHD 3544F, a bio-based polyurethane reactive (PUR) hot-melt adhesive designed for consumer electronics assembly.

Sika Acquires Mexico-Based Bexel Internacional

Bexel operates five strategically located production plants that complement Sika’s existing geographical footprint and further support the strategic focus on big cities.

August 18, 2021

Sika recently announced that it has acquired Bexel Internacional S.A. de C.V., a leading manufacturer of tile adhesives and stuccos in Mexico.

Ask Dr. Dave

Bonding with Differing Coefficients of Thermal Expansion

We have a problem maintaining adhesion to two steel surfaces at divergent temperatures because of the response of materials to thermal conditions when going through heating and cooling cycles.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

August 17, 2021

We are using epoxy adhesives to bond steel substrates that are exposed periodically to both 150˚C and as low as 0˚C. Our problem is in maintaining adhesion to the two steel surfaces at such divergent temperatures because of the response of materials to thermal conditions when going through heating and cooling cycles. Do you have any suggestions?

Michelman Pasha Solel and Gianluigi Rankin

Michelman Shares Personnel Announcements

Michelman announced a new senior business development manager for Flexible Packaging and the appointment of a team member to the Digital Print for Packaging US Advisory Board.

August 17, 2021

Michelman recently announced an addition to its workforce, as well as an advisory board appointment.

Henkel Invests in China-Based Material Science Fund

As limited partner of the fund, Henkel will strengthen its access to the fast-growing start-up scene in China.

August 17, 2021

Henkel Adhesive Technologies recently announced that it is strengthening its corporate venture capital activities by investing in the third fund of Richland Capital (Richland Capital Fund III), Beijing, China.

Top 5 News that Sticks

RPM Personnel Announcements Lead the News

Readers were most interested in two personnel appointments from RPM last week.

Susan Sutton

August 16, 2021

Do you have news to share with the industry? Please send press releases to me at suttons@bnpmedia.com.

Mule-Hide Products Names Grunewald Product Category Manager

Jeremy Grunewald is responsible for the company’s portfolio of coatings, caulks, sealants, and asphaltic products.

August 16, 2021

Jeremy Grunewald has joined Mule-Hide Products Co. Inc. as product category manager for liquid-applied systems.

Dow Accelerates Automotive Industry Collaboration with MobilityScience Studios

The first two MobilityScience Studios are located in Midland, Mich., and Lake Jackson, Texas.

August 16, 2021

Dow recently announced the launch of MobilityScience™ Studios to support the development of innovative transportation technologies.

Net Sales Jump Nearly 38% for Avery Dennison in 2021 Second Quarter

The company reported net sales for the quarter increased 37.5% compared to the 2020 second quarter.

August 12, 2021

Avery Dennison Corp. recently announced preliminary, unaudited results for its second quarter ended July 3, 2021.

3M Invests in TPG Rise Climate Fund

TPG Rise Climate focuses investments on clean energy, enabling solutions, decarbonized transport, greening industrials, and agricultural and natural solutions.

August 12, 2021

3M recently announced that it is expanding its ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship by investing in TPG Rise Climate, a multi-billion dollar climate impact investing fund that deploys mission-driven capital at scale.