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Bonding Polystyrene Foam

We want to bond sheets of polystyrene foam to steel and to wood. What adhesives would you recommend that will be effective and safe to use?
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Dave Dunn Ph.D.
November 19, 2021
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Bonding polystyrene foam to steel and wood is an application that was traditionally done with contact cements or other solvent-based adhesives. Due to health and flammability concerns, however, the modern trend is to use 100% reactive systems.



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H.B. FULLER INDIA: Adhesive for Paper Straws

Henkel reports that this latest launch offers differentiated advantages in terms of sustainability, safety, and manufacturing efficiency.
November 16, 2021
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H.B. Fuller India recently announced a new food-safe adhesive under its Swift®tak brand to meet increasing demand for paper straws.
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Latex Binders, Lithium-Ion Batteries, and Electric Vehicles

Although binder adhesives are a small component of the lithium-ion batteries that power electric vehicles, they play a critical role in ensuring performance and efficiency while providing improved battery kinetics.
Christian Page
November 10, 2021
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Materials companies are searching for solutions to refine the Li-ion battery, increase its capacity, and enhance its charging capabilities without increasing its weight. New innovation is required to take Li-ion batteries to the next level. Part of the solution lies with binder adhesives.
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XLYNX MATERIALS: Molecular Glue

These adhesives reportedly make it possible to permanently adhere difficult-to-bond polymers to themselves and to other materials.
November 4, 2021
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XlynX Materials recently announced the creation of a new class of adhesives the company is calling molecular glues.
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Addressing Sustainability in Disposable Hygiene Products

Adhesive manufacturers can partner with players all along the supply chain to reduce the environmental impact of single-use disposable hygiene products.
Paul Andrews Darius Deak
November 1, 2021
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Adhesives are not typically top of mind to consumers of disposable hygiene products. They are not a large part of the product and can possibly be an afterthought by the article producers themselves. However, it is important to recognize that adhesives have several important tasks in these applications, from sealing and securing the diaper or pad core’s structure to holding elastics firmly in place inside the diaper.


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From the Editor - Susan Sutton
From the Editor

Knowledge and Networking at Adhesive Industry Events

Two in-person events this month will provide attendees with various opportunities to expand their knowledge and interact with peers.
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Susan Sutton
October 22, 2021
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October is shaping up to be an exciting month, with two major in-person industry events: The Adhesive and Sealant Council’s (ASC) Annual Convention & EXPO and The ASSEMBLY Show. Both events will feature various learning and technical sessions, exhibitions, and myriad networking activities to provide attendees with opportunities to expand their knowledge and interact with peers.
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ASSEMBLY in Action

Myriad adhesives and related technologies will be showcased at The ASSEMBLY Show.
October 21, 2021
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The ASSEMBLY Show will return October 24-26, live and in person at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IlI.


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