Finished Adhesives and Sealants

HENKEL: RTV Silicone Rubber Adhesive

February 5, 2018

This company has introduced Loctite SI 5930 FIT, an RTV silicone rubber adhesive for in-tire bonding applications.

Kaneka Aerospace Acquires Henkel Composites Portfolio

Kaneka aims to achieve more than $200 million in sales by 2025 in high-performance composites in aerospace by fully utilizing Kaneka's global R&D resources.

February 5, 2018

Kaneka Aerospace LLC and Henkel Corp. have finalized the transfer of commercial rights, technologies and patents of benzoxazine-based high-performance composites business from Henkel to Kaneka Aerospace.

Shurtape Announces HVAC Student Program

Up to three students will be selected to participate in this year’s program.

February 2, 2018

Shurtape Technologies LLC recently announced it is searching for HVAC students to participate in the fourth year of its Mission: HVAC, Educating for Success program.

Buscemi Appointed IPC Senior Director of Education Programs

Buscemi will be responsible for working with partners, staff and other associations to develop markets for IPC’s educational programs.

February 2, 2018

IPC recently announced the addition of Colette Buscemi as senior director of education programs to its staff.

Sexual Harassment: What’s Happening?

Employers must actively look for ways to fight sexual harassment in the workplace.

Richard D. Alaniz

February 1, 2018

The tsunami of sexual harassment allegations reported on an almost-daily basis against so many rich, famous and powerful men raises a fair question: How will this affect the workplace where the not-so-rich-and-famous spend their workdays helping their company succeed?

Customizing Efficiency in Manufacturing

Companies can realize major efficiencies and cost savings with standardized processes.

Ivan Seselj

February 1, 2018

Process improvement initiatives can vary greatly from company to company; however, many organizations share a common problem: the challenge of managing process variations.

Ask Dr. Dave

How do I select the right adhesive or sealant to bond and seal industrial components?

Dave Dunn's February 2018 column.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

February 1, 2018

This is a very interesting question. Many adhesives are used in what is called a “zero gap” situation, where the adhesive is applied between two closely fitting surfaces, which are then clamped together.