Adhesives & Sealants Industry Top Stories - Articles

Ask Dr. Dave

Understanding Two-Component Adhesives

Why do we have to use two-component adhesives and meter/mix equipment in our assembly and repair operations?

March 16, 2021

I realize that the meter/mix equipment can be a major inconvenience. Adhesives come in two forms, namely two component or one component. Two-component adhesives are mainly epoxies, reactive acrylics, or polyurethanes.

From the Editor

COVID-19 Prompts A New Digital Age: ASI Launches Dynamic eMagazine Format

Many of the adaptations innovated in the past year due to the necessity of COVID-19 have actually made our lives easier and more efficient—and we aren’t looking back.

Susan Sutton

March 11, 2021

The seriousness of the COVID-19 pandemic entered the consciousness of most people I know (in the U.S., anyway) in March 2020. I specifically remember circling the date on the calendar when it truly sunk in for me: March 13. What a difference a year makes.

Pretreatment Solutions for Improving Adhesion in Electronics Applications

Blown ion plasma and flame plasma are effective and repeatable treatment methods that take the guesswork out of electronics manufacturing bonding processes.

Wilson Lee

March 8, 2021

We rely on electronics for almost every aspect of our daily lives. With the advent of compact components and circuitry, it is difficult to think of many products that do not incorporate electronics in some fashion. What you might not think about is how fragile these electronics can be and how they can become easily damaged or degraded by environmental conditions.

2021 Raw Materials and Chemicals Roundtable

How are suppliers of raw materials and chemicals navigating the multiple diverse challenges that have impacted the industry over the past year?

Susan Sutton

March 4, 2021

Before 2020, I always thought it would be fascinating to live through a truly “historic” time. The massive losses of the past year—both human and economic—have cured me of that naïve perspective. However, the continued upheaval has also shown how resilient, supportive, and innovative we can be in the face of multiple crises.

Exploring Electronics Manufacturing at IPC APEX EXPO

IPC APEX EXPO 2021’s virtual platform will allow attendees, exhibitors, and speakers to easily navigate more than 100 technical conference sessions, professional development courses, and product demonstrations.

March 2, 2021

IPC APEX EXPO 2021 is being held virtually on March 8-12, 2021. “Given ongoing COVID-19 health and safety concerns and continued restrictions for large gatherings and events in California, it was not feasible to safely convene the nearly 9,000 expected participants at IPC APEX EXPO 2021,” said John Mitchell, IPC president and CEO. “The event will now take place in a safe, all-virtual format.”

Adhesives in Sustainable Consumer Goods

Adhesive manufacturers must support consumer brands as they pursue their sustainability goals.

Susan McNichols

February 24, 2021

The International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released a report in 2018 summarizing the effects of a 1.5°C warming of the planet.

SOCMA Focuses on the Future as it Reaches a Major Milestone

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) is turning 100 this year, but it’s not resting on any laurels.

February 22, 2021

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2021. While the official festivities will be held during SOCMA Week 2021, scheduled to take place October 20-22 at the Royal Sonesta in New Orleans, La., the association is also focusing on many additional initiatives throughout the year.

Ask Dr. Dave

Vibration- and Shock-Resistant Structural Adhesives

Which structural adhesives can resist serious vibration and shock?

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

February 19, 2021

You have a wide range of structural adhesive possibilities here. Normally, you require an adhesive that has been toughened with a rubber for this. Very rigid, quite brittle adhesives have been successful, however.

Market Trends

Redefining the Future of the Transportation Sector with Adhesives and Sealants

Traction for adhesives and sealants among manufacturers of cars, buses, trucks, and recreational vehicles has surged in the past several years.

February 17, 2021

Ushering growth in the 2020s, legacy players in the adhesives and sealants market are striving to cater to the demands of transportation companies. Traction for adhesives and sealants among manufacturers of cars, buses, trucks, and caravans/recreational vehicles (RVs) has surged in the past several years.

Product Profile

Light It Up: Curing Solution for High-Speed Electronics and Automotive Environments

A new LED lamp was developed for high-speed production in the electronics and automotive industries in environments that require small areas to be irradiated and equipment to be easily integrated into existing systems.

February 15, 2021

The DELOLUX 504 spotlight lamp from DELO reportedly features the latest generation of UV LEDs, achieving three times the intensity of the previous model. This new LED lamp was developed for high-speed production in the electronics and automotive industries in environments that require small areas to be irradiated and equipment to be easily integrated into existing systems.