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Ask Dr. Dave: Should we be concerned about shrinkage of our adhesives on curing?

Dave Dunn's July 2018 column.

July 13, 2018

Some adhesives, such as solvent-based materials and latex adhesives, always shrink as the carrier evaporates or is absorbed by the substrates.

RPM Streamlines Senior Leadership Structure

Ronald A. Rice, president and COO, has decided to take early retirement from the company.

July 11, 2018

RPM International Inc. recently announced its streamlined senior leadership structure.

ICP Industrial Forms Canadian Presence

With manufacturing operations in the U.S. and Mexico, the additional footprint in Canada will reportedly serve as a compliment to its international growth strategy.

July 11, 2018

ICP Industrial Inc. recently announced the formation of ICP Industrial Canada Inc., as well as a strategic partnership with Divicor.

Scott Bader Adhesives Receive Renewed Certification

The products are a range of pre-accelerated urethane acrylate/ isophthalic polyester high-performance bonding pastes.

July 10, 2018

Scott Bader recently announced it has renewed its DNV.GL approval.

MACTAC: Double-Coated Tape

July 5, 2018

This company recently announced the addition of permanent/removable double-coated tape to its MACbond™ double-coated tapes product line.

Figure 1. Pressure-sensitive adhesives market size by product, 2013-2024 ($ million)

Market Trends

Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives Market to Cross $11 Billion by 2024

Lightweighting and replacing mechanical fasteners are key trends driving growth for PSAs in transportation.

July 2, 2018

The pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) market is expected to surpass $11 billion by 2024, according to a research report by Global Market Insights Inc. The growth is due to increasing usage in the automotive and transportation industry, as PSAs are finding use as alternatives to bolts, clips, and rivets, thus improving the speed and ease of assembly.

H.B. Fuller Co. Net Revenue Leaps 41% in Second Quarter 2018

Net revenue for the second quarter of 2018 was $789.4 million, an increase of 40.5%.

July 2, 2018

H.B. Fuller Co. recently reported financial results for the second quarter.

Tape Talk

Understanding How Tape Works

Surface conditions and temperature can affect tape performance.

Michel Merkx

July 1, 2018

Have you ever wondered how tape works? When a pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tape is bonded to a surface, many factors are involved; understanding these dynamics will help ensure that tapes are bonded correctly and perform as expected.

DOW PERFORMANCE SILICONES: Silicone Adhesives

June 26, 2018

DOWSIL™ SE 9100 and 9160 adhesives have been added to this company’s line of one-part, room-temperature cure silicone solutions.

Bostik Continues Tour de France Partnership

As part of its sponsorship, Bostik will leverage a range of promotional opportunities.

June 21, 2018

Bostik recently announced that it will be the official partner for smart adhesives at this year's Tour de France.

Organized by Women in Chemicals, this landmark conference will offer opportunities for networking, learning, and professional development. With a diverse array of sessions, workshops, and social events, participants can expect a dynamic program designed to empower and inspire.

This annual Midwest coatings conference combines all of the high-quality technical presentations, exhibits and networking opportunities from the Coatings Trends and Technologies and Powder Coating Summit conferences into one new event. The event caters to both liquid and powder coatings formulators and manufacturers.

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Ask Dr. Dave: Should we be concerned about shrinkage of our adhesives on curing?

RPM Streamlines Senior Leadership Structure

ICP Industrial Forms Canadian Presence

Scott Bader Adhesives Receive Renewed Certification

MACTAC: Double-Coated Tape

Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives Market to Cross $11 Billion by 2024

H.B. Fuller Co. Net Revenue Leaps 41% in Second Quarter 2018

Understanding How Tape Works

DOW PERFORMANCE SILICONES: Silicone Adhesives

Bostik Continues Tour de France Partnership

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