Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives (PSAs) - Articles - Page 118

Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives Are in the Driver's Seat

Industrial PSA tapes with high temperature resistance bring new value to production assembly in automotive and transportation markets.

Janet Page

July 1, 2016

For years, pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) have been creating new opportunities for improved production processes in the automotive and transportation markets. According to the Adhesive and Sealant Council Inc., one of the first uses of acrylic PSA tapes in the automotive market came about in the 1960s as a solution for replacing mechanical fasteners to attach vehicle trim, thus improving corrosion resistance.

Top 5 Trends in Enterprise Labeling for 2016

Demand for color labeling and the expanding role of labeling as a function are among the trends identified in a recent survey.

Josh Roffman

July 1, 2016

As the function of labeling continues to grow in importance in today’s global supply chain, many companies are searching for labeling processes that work hand in hand with their supply chain strategy. These companies recognize that labeling has becoming a mission-critical component in their supply chain as they continue to expand globally.

ASHLAND: Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives

June 22, 2016

Two new pressure-sensitive adhesives from this company share the same acrylic emulsion base chemistry.

Optimizing Adhesives for Tankless Dispensing Systems

Tankless systems offer benefits including better adhesive flow without char, reduced energy usage, and elimination of popopens.

Larry Saidman

June 1, 2016

Technology is evolving rapidly—not only in the adhesive dispensing world, but in all of manufacturing—to meet ever-changing customer demands. New products launch more frequently than in the past, bringing new features and advanced controls to the market every few years.