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HENKEL: Impregnation Solutions

July 22, 2016

Through LIS, the company can offer the automotive industry a fully automated impregnation system.

Dow Automotive Receives Award

Dow Automotive Systems recently announced it has been recognized for the innovative development of SPECFLEX™ Activ.

July 21, 2016

Dow Automotive was named a runner-up in the award ceremony in Brussels.

PPG Primer Qualified by Dassault Aviation

PPG recently announced it has qualified its AEROCRON electrocoat aerospace primer at Dassault Aviation.

July 5, 2016

In the e-coat process, metal parts are immersed into the electrically charged Aerocron primer bath.

ADHESION TECHNOLOGIES LTD.: Fastening System

June 15, 2016

This company recently launched its new Spida™ fixing and fastening system.

Bostik Receives Boeing Award

Bostik has supplied Boeing's commercial airline programs with adhesives for over 30 years.

May 26, 2016

Bostik recently announced it has received a Boeing Performance Excellence Award for the fourth consecutive year.

PPG Announces $2 Million Expansion at UK Site

PPG recently announced it has expanded capabilities for aerospace and military coatings at its Shildon, England, facility.

May 10, 2016

The investment reportedly supports the installation of advanced-technology equipment for evaluating paint characteristics.

PPG Donates Paint for Final Space Shuttle External Tank Journey

PPG recently donated a military-grade paint matching the tank’s foam covering.

May 5, 2016

The coating will enhance appearance and protect against elements during its journey from New Orleans to Los Angeles.

3-D Vision Enables Challenging Adhesive Inspection Applications

A new generation of 3-D vision systems is being used to automate the inspection of adhesive applications that cannot be addressed with conventional 2-D vision systems.

Robert Tremblay

May 2, 2016

The key advantage of 3-D vision in adhesive applications is the ability to determine the width, position, height and volume of the adhesive that has been applied.

Strategic Solutions

Sustainable Raw Materials: How to Plan for Market Success

A business plan based on a clear understanding of decision drivers

Susan Anderson

May 2, 2016

Comprehensive initiatives designed to preserve and improve the environment are included in virtually all manufacturers’ corporate communications. According to the Sheldon Group, 25% of major brand owners have implemented scorecards to rate suppliers and products on environmental impact, and 30-40% more are being developed.