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Can we use anaerobic threadlockers for screws used in plastics?

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

August 10, 2018

Case Study

Applying Rapid-Cure Adhesives with a Meter/Mix/Dispense System

A new meter/mix/dispense system offered BASF a flexible solution for applying rapid-curing sealants.

August 10, 2018

In the roofing industry, application methods are limited for applying rapid-cure materials. To start, rapid-curing sealing membranes are delivered in 200-l drums.

Afera First Global Adhesive Tape Summit a Success

The conference drew more than 230 tape-related company delegates, including a significant number of CEOs and heads of R&D, from 15 European countries.

August 10, 2018

Afera, the European Adhesive Tape Association, reported its first Global Adhesive Tape Summit included a sold-out program of market and technical lectures, a company visit of Neenah Gessner GmbH, and biennial international test method and standards committee meetings.

Evaluating Adhesive Options in Packaging Applications

Testing which hot-melt adhesive to use for a particular packaging application can be a cost-effective solution.

August 10, 2018

The global market for rigid packaging adhesives is expected to reach $18.2 billion by 2021, driven by an overall compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.3% over the next five years, according to a Smithers Apex report.¹

Industry Leaders to Gather at ASC Executive Leadership Conference

From October 15-17, top executives in the adhesives and sealants industry will meet to discuss key topics.

August 10, 2018

<p>Adhesives and sealants industry leaders will gather October 15-17 in Naples, Fla., for the annual Adhesive and Sealant Council’s (ASC) Executive Leadership Conference. This year’s event is centered around the theme “Focus on the Future.”</p>

2018 ASI Top 25: Leading Global Manufacturers of Adhesives and Sealants

Our exclusive annual ranking of the top 25 adhesives and sealants manufacturers worldwide.

August 6, 2018

This issue of Adhesives & Sealants Industry magazine brings the ASI Top 25, our exclusive ranking of the leading 25 worldwide manufacturers of adhesives and sealants. ASI combined details from company websites, annual reports and press releases to compile the rankings.

Ask Dr. Dave: Should we be concerned about shrinkage of our adhesives on curing?

Dave Dunn's July 2018 column.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

July 13, 2018

Some adhesives, such as solvent-based materials and latex adhesives, always shrink as the carrier evaporates or is absorbed by the substrates.

How to Sustain Regulatory Compliance for Chemical Labeling

Adhesive and sealant manufacturers’ regulatory departments must be more vigilant than ever in keeping up with evolving standards.

July 1, 2018

Managing regulatory compliance is a constant challenge for those in the chemical industry. The stakes are even higher today as companies must balance adherence to strict—often exhaustive, always changing—policies and procedures with the desire to embrace digital transformation and accelerate business to keep up with growing global competition.

Tape Talk

Understanding How Tape Works

Surface conditions and temperature can affect tape performance.

Michel Merkx

July 1, 2018

Have you ever wondered how tape works? When a pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tape is bonded to a surface, many factors are involved; understanding these dynamics will help ensure that tapes are bonded correctly and perform as expected.

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