Readers continue to look to ASI for the latest information about the adhesives and sealants industry. This article outlines the most popular news, feature articles, product reviews, and podcasts of the year.
Bodo Möller Chemie and Henkel will work together to expand distribution of Henkel’s brand of automotive adhesives, its customer service, and technical expertise to the area.
Sika reported a record first-half-year sales of CHF 5,345.5 million, bolstered by the acquisition of MBCC and increasing demand in infrastructure projects and sustainable automotive technologies.
Two-component, solvent-free epoxy adhesive material provides high adhesion to metallic substrates while also withstanding high movement or cyclic fatigue.
Structural adhesives can be used for affixing metal substrates or components as they provide high modulus and high strength, yet they are not currently internationally recognized like traditional methods even though adhesives are used in a range of industries.
When combined with structural adhesives or overmolded thermoplastics, composite putrusion systems* help deliver high-strength, lightweight macrostructures that can help automotive manufacturers meet efficiency goals while optimizing costs.
Pultruded composites are continuous fiber-reinforced materials that can be used as a main structure and, when combined with sealants or structural adhesives, create a unified macrostructure.
This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week on our website, as well as our eNewsletter and social media platforms.