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Ask Dr. Dave

How do we increase the thermal resistance of anaerobic adhesives?

Dave Dunn's September 2018 column.

September 1, 2018

Question: We are looking to formulate some acrylic adhesives, including ultraviolet (UV) adhesives. Should we be looking at acrylate or methacrylate monomers?

Advancing Adhesives

Sealing Solution for Electric Vehicles

Structural adhesives for battery pack assemblies in electric vehicles help ensure long-life components operation.

Christophe Van Herreweghe

September 1, 2018

Developers of electric vehicles are on a very steep learning curve. Advancements seem to be emerging almost daily—especially as they relate to the power source, which includes battery pack design, engineering and assembly.

Case Study

Setting Sail with Structural Adhesives

The ETS Rafale II student team built a carbon epoxy C-Class hydrofoil catamaran using Scott Bader structural adhesives.

September 1, 2018

A team of 16 undergraduate and graduate engineering students from the École de Technologie Supérieure (ÉTS) in Montréal, Canada, recently finished building Rafale II, an all-composite C-Class racing hydrofoil catamaran. It features redesigned carbon fiber epoxy prepreg hulls and cross beams, which are stiffer and 25% lighter while providing 15% more displacement volume.

Waterborne Acrylic PSA Technology with High-Temperature Performance

A new waterborne technology offers excellent adhesion properties and high temperature performance.

Jong Guo Ph.D.

September 1, 2018

Pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) are ubiquitous in many applications, such as labels, packaging tape, medical tapes, automotive tapes, and graphics. Two major chemistries are used in PSAs: acrylics and rubber in the forms of solvent-based, waterborne, or hot melt.

Q&A About Polyurethanes

Can you explain the chemistry behind polyurethane dispersions?

Dr. Jeffrey F. Dormish

September 1, 2018

Solventborne polyurethane adhesives have been used for over 50 years. They have a long history of producing high-strength, durable bonds, and can be used on a range of substrates.

Focus on the Future of Adhesives and Sealants

The annual ASC Executive Leadership Conference allows adhesives and sealants executives to discuss key industry topics.

September 1, 2018

This October 15-17, top adhesives and sealants industry executives will gather in Naples, Fla., for the annual Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) Executive Leadership Conference.

Tape Talk

Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives: Beyond Practical

PSA tape is more versatile than many realize, spanning uses in the automotive, medical, transportation, and building and construction industries

September 1, 2018

Pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tape is known for its everyday practical uses.

Hernon Manufacturing Named a Best Workplace

The Orlando Sentinel’s Top 100 program recognizes companies throughout central Florida that are committed to making its company a great place to work.

August 30, 2018

Hernon Manufacturing Inc. recently announced it has received a spot on the Orlando Sentinel's list of the Top 100 best workplaces in central Florida.