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Department of Commerce Establishes Industrial Advisory Committee for Microelectronics

The Industrial Advisory Committee will consist of expert leaders representing a range of organization sizes from industry, federal laboratories, and academic institutions.
The U.S. Commerce Department has established a high-level committee to advise the U.S. government on matters related to microelectronics research, development, manufacturing, and policy and is now seeking to recruit top-level candidates to serve on the committee.
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ASC Reelects Board of Directors

Reelected members of the ASC board will serve a three-year term.

The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) recently announced the reelection of members to its board of directors, as well as changes to its executive committee.


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DAP: Hybrid Sealants, Anti-Shrink Latex Sealant

The new hybrid sealants can be used in extreme temperatures and prevent mold and mildew growth.

DAP recently announced new advanced hybrid sealants that outperform silicone and provide maximum performance.


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Bostik Provides Repair Solutions in International Yacht Race

Provided adhesives were reportedly chosen for their fast curing, high strength, and resistance to moisture, humidity, and chemicals.

Bostik recently announced that its adhesives, including solutions from the Born2Bond™ engineering adhesives range, comprise part of a repair kit that was offered by Arkema, Lalou Multi, and Bostik to all 79 teams in the Transat Jacques Vabre (TJV) multi-day yacht race.


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A Closer Look at Medical Adhesive Tapes for Diagnostic Applications

Adhesives and tapes used for diagnostics are faced with different challenges than those for skin contact and other medical applications.
Steve Schroff

When someone mentions medical adhesives, the first thought that often comes to mind is skin adhesion. It’s understandable, since nearly everyone has worn some type of medical adhesive product—from a simple bandage to an electrode, athletic tape, IV cover, and so on. However, an entire world of medical adhesives goes unnoticed by many: diagnostics.


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From the Editor - Susan Sutton
From the Editor

Adhesive and Sealants Address Wide-Ranging Sustainability Efforts

From the use of renewable raw materials and sustainable production processes to the development of finished products that support environmentally friendly end uses, the adhesive and sealant industry is undertaking a broad range of activities to address sustainability.
Susan Sutton
Susan Sutton

I always love putting together our annual sustainability issue. It’s inspiring and invigorating to see the industry’s exploration of the broad scope of activities we can engage in to address sustainability. I’m reminded, though, of a restaurant with a voluminous menu. Too many options can sometimes be daunting. How can companies be sure they’re making the right choices?


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