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Why use pressure-sensitive tape adhesives in the assembly of electronic devices?

Dave Dunn's October 2016 column.

October 3, 2016

What are the pros and cons of using pressure-sensitive tape adhesives in place of liquid adhesives in the assembly of electronic devices?

MACTAC PERFORMANCE ADHESIVES GROUP: Label Stocks

October 3, 2016

This company has announced the addition of three new product constructions to its MACjet series.

Aging Population Increasing Wound Care Market Size

The global wound care market was valued at approximately $24.5 billion in 2015.

September 29, 2016

The market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 6.7% from 2016-2022.

DeVries Named Shurtape Senior Vice President

Shurtape Technologies LLC recently announced Rob DeVries as senior vice president of sales.

September 28, 2016

In this role, DeVries is responsible for leading Shurtape’s North American industrial sales team.

Ashland and Ravenwood Packaging Announce Supplier Agreement

Ashland Inc. recently announced it has reached an agreement with Ravenwood Packaging Ltd.

September 22, 2016

Ashland will be the exclusive supplier of UV-curable coatings for Ravenwood linerless label applications in the Americas.

ASC Announces Innovation Award

The Adhesive and Sealant Council recently announced its ASC Innovation Awards Program.

September 19, 2016

The awards will recognize innovation in adhesive and sealant product developments.

3M to Sell Temporary Protective Films Business

3M recently has entered into an agreement to sell the assets of its temporary protective films business to Pregis LLC.

September 16, 2016

The business reportedly has annual global sales of approximately $50 million.

Asia Pacific Dominates Lamination Adhesives for Flexible Packaging Market

The global market share of the lamination adhesives for flexible packaging market is estimated to be $1.3 billion.

September 15, 2016

The market is set to increase to $2.2 billion by 2024, a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4% from 2016–2024.

MACTAC MEDICAL PRODUCTS: Medical Tapes

September 9, 2016

This company has expanded its Acrysure Next Gen™ medical tape product line.

IoPP Continues Partnership with PACK EXPO

The Institute of Packaging Professionals recently announced it plans to contribute to this year’s PACK EXPO International.

September 9, 2016

PACK EXPO International will take place November 6-9 in Chicago.

H.B. Fuller to Open Aerospace Manufacturing Center of Excellence

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ASC Announces Winners of Its 2026 Innovation Awards

WACKER’s Polymers Division Gets New Leader

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