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Disposable Hygiene: One Core Adhesive Does Not Fit All

As core fluff in disposable hygiene products is decreased or eliminated, the role of adhesives becomes increasingly essential to core integrity.

Diane Toonen

January 5, 2015

In mature markets, disposable diaper and feminine hygiene products have reached market saturation. Since consumers of these products expect reliable absorption and no leakage, their purchase decisions are now based on other differentiating factors, such as scent and softness—but also thinness.

Understanding Solvent Acrylic Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive Systems

Solvent acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesives provide multiple performance benefits when compared to other adhesives categories.

Shirley Monte

January 5, 2015

In recent decades, pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) technology has evolved exponentially to offer converters more choices than ever to meet their application needs.

5G Will Be Rare in 2020

December 18, 2014

It will take more than five years for 5G to reach 100 million subscriber mark—two years longer than 4G, according to forecasts.

Lower Oil Prices, Recovery of End Use Markets Boost American Chemistry Growth

December 17, 2014

Despite facing global headwinds, American chemistry expanded at a healthy 2% growth rate in 2014.

ELLSWORTH ADHESIVES EUROPE: Dow Corning Encapsulant

November 26, 2014

This company now offers Dow Corning’s EE-3200 low-stress silicone encapsulant, a product designed for the solar power industry.

Growing Consumer Affluence Drives the Global Electric Household Appliances Market

November 24, 2014

The global market for electric household appliances is projected to reach 1.5 billion units by 2020.

WACKER CHEMICALS: Thermally Conductive Adhesive

November 20, 2014

A new thermally conductive silicone adhesive is available for electronics applications.

TESA TAPE: Double-Sided Adhesive Tapes

November 6, 2014

A new line of double-sided adhesive tapes specifically designed for permanently bonding automobile components throughout the vehicle body is now available.

COTRONICS: High-Temperature Adhesive

November 4, 2014

Resbond™ S5H13 is a new high-temperature adhesive that can bond dissimilar materials and withstand corrosive environments up to 500ºF.

Focus On: Sailing on Solar with Structural Adhesives

One solar-powered boat won the world championship with the help of structural adhesives.

November 1, 2014

The DONG Energy Solar Challenge is a highly competitive solar boat race that generates some of the most dynamic designs and construction techniques in composite technology and sustainability.