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tesa 51948 EasySplice FilmLine Black X

TESA TAPE: Adhesive Solution for High-Speed Splicing

The innovation reportedly reduces waste, performs well on recycled films and non-woven materials, and will help increase productivity.
January 27, 2021
A product of customer collaboration, tesa® 51948 EasySplice FilmLine Black X helps meet the growing need for an adhesive that simplifies the process of splicing flexible packaging films at high speeds while improving efficiencies.
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Intertape Polymer Group to Expand Manufacturing Facility in Virginia

Intertape Polymer Group will reportedly add 30,000 sq ft to the facility and act on a series of investments in production, operations, and capacity.
January 25, 2021
Governor Ralph Northam recently announced that Intertape Polymer Group Inc. (IPG) will expand its manufacturing operation in Pittsylvania County to increase production for its e-retail packaging, coatings, and films.
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Adhesion Society to Hold Virtual Technical Short Course

The Adhesion Science & Technology Short Course provides an introduction and overview to a variety of critically important topics in the field of adhesion.
January 21, 2021
The Adhesion Society will hold its Adhesion Science & Technology Short Course virtually on February 15-17, 2021, prior to the Virtual Annual Meeting.
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From the Editor

Adhesives and Sealants Help Provide the Best Medicine

Adhesive and sealant producers are innovating myriad technologies for medical applications to meet the needs of COVID-19 and beyond.
Susan Sutton
Susan Sutton
January 20, 2021

The past year embodies the old proverb that “necessity is the mother of invention.” From remote schooling and work to virtual meetings and celebrations, COVID-19’s rapid spread and continued threat forced us to create new ways to lead productive lives as safely as possible.


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Avery Dennison acrylic foam bonding tape

AVERY DENNISON PERFORMANCE TAPES: Heat-Activated Acrylic Foam Tapes

The new 94 Series AFB heat-activated tapes from Avery Dennison Performance Tapes are reportedly engineered to deliver the high holding power required for rubber extrusion bonding in industrial applications.
January 14, 2021
Avery Dennison Performance Tapes has extended its acrylic foam bonding portfolio with the release of the 94 Series product line.
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Ask Dr. Dave

Debondable Structural Adhesives

We are looking for a temporary adhesive to hold some small steel parts together, but then we want to break the bond before some final finishing operations. What can we use?
Dave Dunn, Ph.D.
Dave Dunn Ph.D.
January 13, 2021

Numerous technologies and patents cover debondable structural adhesives. For your small parts, however, I can suggest a few simple alternatives.


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Flexcon films for labeling applications

FLEXCON: Polypropylene Films for Labeling Applications

FLEXCon reports that the polypropylene films were subjected to rigorous durability testing side by side with vinyls, and they performed just as well.
January 13, 2021
FLEXcon Co., Inc. has announced the introduction of FLEXcon NEXgen polypropylene films, which are reportedly sustainable “greener” non-vinyl alternatives for durable labeling applications.
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Meeting Increased E-Commerce Demands and High Sustainability Standards in a COVID-19 World

Manufacturers are closely examining the cartons used to ship consumer goods, as well as the tapes used on those cartons, all while focusing on sustainability.
January 11, 2021

Even before the global pandemic, increasing direct shipment demands were changing the shipping and packaging industry. However, with the heightened growth of e-commerce directly attributed to COVID-19, the shipping industry is processing and delivering an ever-increasing volume of heavier, bulkier, and more valuable packages—including food, beverages, and electronics—directly to the doorsteps of consumers and businesses.


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