Dave Dunn Ph.D.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

Ask Dr. Dave is written by Dave Dunn, Ph.D., of F.L.D. Enterprises, a technical consultancy and full-service industrial market-research firm specializing in the adhesives, sealants, specialty rubbers and plastics fields. Dave is a former vice president and director of Loctite Corp. and has spent many years in troubleshooting adhesive and sealant problems. Questions for publication should be directed to him at 242 Trails End, Aurora OH 44202; phone (440) 477-5164; fax (330) 247-1690; or email DrDave242@windstream.net .

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Ask Dr. Dave: June 2012

Dave Dunn, Ph.D.
Dave Dunn Ph.D.
June 1, 2012

We manufacture an optical reader camera that attaches to gas, electric and water meter registers (digital display). We currently use a peel-off tape to bond the plastic reader to the plastic meter. 


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Ask Dr. Dave: May 2012

Dave Dunn, Ph.D.
Dave Dunn Ph.D.
May 1, 2012

 Question: We use two-component epoxies in our metal bonding operations. Although the adhesives work well, we find it frustrating to have to handle two components and make sure that they are mixed thoroughly and in the correct proportions. Can you recommend a one-component adhesive that could do the same job? 


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Ask Dr. Dave

Dave Dunn, Ph.D.
Dave Dunn Ph.D.
March 19, 2012
QUESTION: We want to bond aluminum to several thermoplastics and thermosets for an outdoor application that could experience both high and low temperatures. What types of adhesives should we consider?
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