Articles by Dave Dunn Ph.D.

In his January 2009 column, Dr. Dave discusses epoxies and the differences between hardeners, primers, accelerators, and activators for adhesives and sealants.

In his December 2008 column, Dr. Dave discusses sealants appropriate for use on freezers and the use of threadlockers for assembling screws into plastics.

In his November 2008 column, Dr. Dave discusses the assembly and sealing of aluminum parts and the proper use of superglues.

In his October 2008 column, Dr. Dave discusses the proper formulation of two-part epoxies and the use of new adhesives in the assembly of materials that do not require special surface treatment.

In his September 2008 column, Dr. Dave discusses thermally conductive adhesives and the best choices for laminating layers of EVA foam.

In his August 2008 column, Dr. Dave discusses the best way to seal porous metal castings and powdered metal components, and the difference between one- and two-component structural adhesives.

In his July 2008 column, Dr. Dave discusses fire-retardant adhesives and the necessary approvals for sealants used on pipes carrying potable water.

In his June 2008 column, Dr. Dave discusses label adhesives and the history and chemistry of anaerobic adhesives.

In his May 2008 column, Dr. Dave discusses the best adhesive for laminating bamboo panels and low-odor RTV silicone options.

In his April 2008 column, Dr. Dave discusses the best adhesives for glass-to-steel bonding.