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Advancing Adhesives

The Next Generation

Next-generation silicone adhesive technologies are key to growth in the wearables market.

June 1, 2017

According to Grand View Research, the global market for wearable medical devices is expected to reach $27.8 billion by 2022.1 Dow Corning reportedly sees the role of specialized adhesive technologies as a key driver of this growth, especially in skin- adhered medical devices, a major segment of the wearables market.

FEICA 2017 Will Focus on Innovation

More than 500 industry professionals are expected to attend the conference and exhibits at FEICA 2017.

June 1, 2017

FEICA’s 2017 European Adhesive and Sealant Conference and Expo takes place September 13-15 in Forte Village, Santa Margherita di Pula, Sardinia, Italy. The event consistently attracts more than 500 industry professionals from around the world.

Ask Dr. Dave

How do we get rid of the mess created from using fumed silica?

Dave Dunn's June 2017 column.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

June 1, 2017

Can you help us to get rid of the mess created from using fumed silica in our silicone and polyurethane adhesive manufacture? It is so lightweight that it covers the entire factory.

Strategic Solutions

Plan Now to Profit from Sustainability

Demand for “green" has benefited adhesives and sealants manufacturers and their suppliers.

Susan Anderson

May 4, 2017

After years of modest growth in the adoption of green/sustainability programs, major corporations, along with their suppliers and logistics partners, have committed to sustainability and social responsibility goals.

Focus On

Going Solar

Chemique Adhesives anticipates energy-cost reduction and reduced emissions thanks to a 30-kW solar installation.

May 4, 2017

Chemique Adhesives recently announced that the 30-kW solar installation on the roof of its North American headquarters in Kennesaw, Ga., has begun operation. The solar power addition is part of the company’s corporate commitment to sustainability.

Integrating a Full-Service Converter into Your Supply Chain

Partnering with a full-service converter can increase process efficiencies.

May 4, 2017

Sourcing, specifying, and purchasing adhesive tapes and materials can be a stressful process. You have literally millions of different tapes to choose from, and finding a solution for your application can be time consuming. Full-service converters can be your ideal partner to save sourcing time, lower material costs, reduce SKUs, increase production output and enhance the end product.

The Greener Side of Adhesive Coating

A 100% solids adhesive coating process is operationally and environmentally sustainable for pressure-sensitive adhesive construction.

Janet Page

May 4, 2017

Adhesive coating is an important and necessary step in pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) construction. It’s also one of the least-discussed aspects of the PSA manufacturing process and, as of late, is becoming one of the most environmentally sustainable.

Editor's Memo

Raw Materials, Chemicals, Polymers and Additives

Our annual Raw Materials, Chemicals, Polymers and Additives Handbook includes definition/use information for key products, as well as supplier details.

April 3, 2017

This month’s issue is all about materials. Our annual Raw Materials, Chemicals, Polymers and Additives Handbook includes definition/use information for key products, as well as supplier details.

Regulatory Revew

TSCA Could Provide Unintended Consequences

Final legislation could require the EPA—for the first time—to make a decision about whether a new chemical would ever pose an unreasonable risk.

Mark Collatz

April 3, 2017

We are all familiar with the social science concept of unintended consequences—outcomes that weren’t foreseen or intended. History is rife with examples of well-meaning intentions that somehow went awry. In the 19th century, Australia introduced rabbits into the country as means for providing an additional food supply for its indigenous people.