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Clean and Green PSAs

Pressure-sensitive adhesives offer the benefit of having low to no VOCs.

November 1, 2015

Fears and concerns about volatile organic compounds (VOCs) have become more prominent in recent years—although they have been around for decades.

Correlating Substrate Surface Analysis to Adhesive Performance

This paper received the Pressure Sensitive Tape Council's 2015 Carl A. Dahlquist Award for Best Technical Paper.

Michaeleen Pacholski William B. Griffith David Keely Terri Powell

November 1, 2015

To create proper bonds for pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs), both the adhesive properties and substrate properties are critical. The highest concerns for the substrate are the surface chemistry and surface roughness.

V. Himark Signs Distribution Deal with IPG

October 30, 2015

V. Himark Inc.announced recently it has entered into an exclusive distribution agreement with Intertape Polymer Group® Inc.

Latin America Adhesives and Sealants Market to Grow 6.6%

October 20, 2015

Latin America has been the fastest growing market for adhesives and sealants over the past five years.

PSTC Issues Call for Papers

October 19, 2015

The Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (PSTC) recently issued a call for papers for its Tape Summit 2016 TECH 39 Technical Seminar.

NORTHSTAR ELASTOMERS: Polyisobutylene Polymer

October 2, 2015

Thermogravimetric analysis via Aspen Research Corp. reportedly showed minimal material loss up to about 800°F.

Pittsburgh Hosts Adhesive and Sealant Council Fall 2015 Convention and Expo

Adhesive and sealant industry professionals can discover new technologies and innovations at upcoming ASC Convention and Expo.

October 1, 2015

This year, the Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) Fall Convention and Expo will take place at the Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh. From October 19-21, industry professionals, end users, and researchers will have the opportunity to network, visit the exhibition space, and learn and participate in various lectures and courses.

Ask Dr. Dave: Please explain tack, peel adhesion and shear strength in regards to pressure-sensitive adhesives.

PSAs can be formulated with a range of adhesive and cohesive properties.

October 1, 2015

Dave Dunn's October 2015 column.

Editor's Memo: On the Move

Fall is busy travel time, with the Adhesive and Sealant Council Fall Convention and the ASSEMBLY show taking place in October.

Teresa McPherson

October 1, 2015

Over the summer, my family and I moved from one state to another. It was not an easy move (traveling anywhere with two school-aged kids rarely is), but as the leaves start to turn and the kids settle into a new school, things are beginning to fall into place.