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Henkel Opens Lab in Shanghai

Henkel recently announced it has opened a NVH lab located in the Henkel Adhesive Innovation Center in Shanghai, China.

September 2, 2016

The 400-sq-m facility intends to help the company to stay on top of automotive trends.

Editor's Memo

Travel Is in the Air

Two key events are coming up: The Adhesive and Sealant Council’s Fall Convention and Expo and the World Adhesives Conference.

Teresa McPherson

September 1, 2016

Fall is in the air, which can only mean one thing: travel season! In this issue, we’re previewing two key events coming up in our industry—the Adhesive and Sealant Council’s Fall Convention and Expo, and the World Adhesives Conference.

2016 Raw Materials and Chemicals Overview

Chemical production has increased in most categories, with the exception of agricultural chemicals.

September 1, 2016

The American Chemistry Council’s “Global Chemical Production Regional Index”1 (Global CPRI) shows that the 2016 second quarter ended on a soft note, with the headline index rising only 0.1% on a three-month moving average (3MMA) basis in June.

Radiation-Curable Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives

Radiation-curable pressure-sensitive adhesives provide advantages for multiple applications.

Jin Lu Chuck Dong Zeena Cherian

September 1, 2016

Regulations on volatile organic compound (VOC) emission have caused solventborne pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) to be gradually replaced by hot-melt or waterborne PSAs.

Customized Structural Adhesives Deliver Multiple Benefits

Structural adhesives help automotive manufacturers meet existing and upcoming global regulations for fuel efficiency and CO2 emissions.

Ana Wagner

September 1, 2016

Automotive and commercial transportation manufacturers must design and produce vehicles that meet both consumer expectations and government standards for safety, comfort, performance, and sustainability.

Guest Editorial

Preview of the ASC Fall Convention and Expo

The ASC convention will include a forum that will focus on a relevant topic across all markets and technologies.

Traci Jensen

September 1, 2016

I invite you to join us in Indianapolis October 17-19 for the ASC’s Fall Convention and Expo. This will be the first convention and expo under the leadership of our new president, William Allmond. We hope you can join us to welcome Bill, network with colleagues in the industry, and attend the exciting technical and marketing program we have scheduled.

Adhesive and Sealant Council Announces Fall Convention Keynote Speakers

The Adhesive and Sealant Council’s (ASC) Fall Convention and Expo is scheduled to take place October 17-19 in Indianapolis, Ind.

September 1, 2016

Two keynotes have been announced for the Adhesive and Sealant Council’s (ASC) Fall Convention and Expo, scheduled to take place October 17-19 in Indianapolis, Ind. Robert Fry, chief economist with Robert Fry Economics LLC, and Nat Brooks, a principal with Strategy Shapers LLC, will share their insights with attendees.

Q&A About Polyurethanes

What types of surface preparation are necessary to obtain strong and durable bonds?

Having a clean surface is a key requirement to obtain a strong and reliable bond.

Dr. Jeffrey F. Dormish

September 1, 2016

Companies using adhesives are expected to be able to consistently produce an assembly―whether in the flexible packaging, furniture, automotive or construction industry―without differences in the quality of the product manufactured. This is the case for both high-performance structural bonds and applications with lower performance requirements.

Tokyo to Welcome World Adhesive and Sealant Conference

Attendees will represent adhesive and sealant manufacturing companies, as well as suppliers of raw materials, equipment manufacturers, and sales personnel.

September 1, 2016

More than 700 delegates from the global adhesives and sealants community are expected to meet October 26-28 at the Shinagawa Prince Hotel in Tokyo for the World Adhesive & Sealant Conference 2016 (WAC2016).

Concrete Coatings: Polyurethane, Polyurea and Multi-Coat Systems

Polyurethane and polyurea coatings protect concrete against the effects of moisture, abrasion, corrosion, and chemical attack.

Alan Cain

September 1, 2016

Concrete is the most widely used building material in the world, due to its versatility, durability and ease of use. But it is also predisposed to developing random cracks, which quickly become arteries for water, salts, chemicals and other foreign materials to seep in.