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COTRONICS: Stainless Steel Aluminum Putty

March 29, 2022

According to Cotronics, its Durabond™ 7032 stainless steel aluminum putty has the ability to bond, repair, and seal high-temperature equipment up to 2,000˚F.

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Alternative Cure Systems for RTV Silicone Sealants

We use RTV silicones in our assembly operations, and our workers keep complaining about the strong vinegar smell. Somebody told me that we might be able to get low-odor, low-volatile silicones. What issues should we be aware of?

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

January 25, 2022

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Room-temperature vulcanizing (RTV) silicones are well-known for their extreme durability. They are convenient one-component sealants that cure by reaction with moisture from the atmosphere.

IPC Reports Rising Material and Labor Costs Continue to Impact Electronics Manufacturing Supply Chain

Nine in 10 electronics manufacturers reported rising materials costs, and more than three-fourths reporting rising labor costs.

January 5, 2022

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IPC’s January 2022 global electronics manufacturing supply chain sentiment report found that materials and labor costs continue to be the largest issue facing the electronics supply chain.

Study Finds Semiconductor Supply Chain Will Remain Vulnerable Without Robust Federal Investment in Advanced Packaging

Increasing silicon production without bolstering domestic advanced packaging capabilities is likely to lengthen the semiconductor supply chain because chips will still have to be sent abroad for packaging and assembly into finished products.

December 9, 2021

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A new study from IPC about the current state of advanced packaging in the semiconductor value chain finds that urgent action is required to strengthen the domestic packaging ecosystem to meet increased production of semiconductor chips.

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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.

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.

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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Common Dispensing Challenges and Solutions for Adhesives and Other Materials

Nearly 900 plant engineering and management personnel from diverse industries within the U.S. weigh in on specific challenges they face relating to their dispensing methods.

Claude Bergeron

May 25, 2021

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The methods for dispensing adhesives, epoxies, grease, silicone, oils, sealants, and a multitude of other assembly fluids cover a wide spectrum of techniques—from manual applications like squeeze bottles, toothpicks, and hand-plunger syringes to semi-automated tabletop dispensing robots. Each dispensing method presents unique challenges as manufacturers attempt to scale the sophistication of their fluid dispensing processes to meet requirements for quality, volume throughput, and cost efficiency.

Modernizing Assembly Lines with UV LED Curing

Adhesive bonding, sealing, and coating processes in factory assembly lines are rapidly upgrading to UV LED curing technology.

Jake Chaney Stacy Hoge

May 12, 2021

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Ultraviolet (UV) light-emitting diode (LED) curing technology offers significant advantages compared to traditional mercury UV curing. As a result, adhesive bonding, sealing, and coating processes in factory assembly lines are rapidly upgrading to UV LED curing technology.

PPG Honored by Bosma Enterprises with Employment Innovation Award

The award is presented to an outstanding person or organization that has shown exemplary leadership in creating employment opportunities for individuals who are visually impaired.

March 24, 2021

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PPG recently announced that it is the recipient of the Bosma Enterprises^® 2021 Employment Innovation Award.

Axiom Space Raises $130 Million in Series B Funding

The new financing will accelerate the growth of Axiom's workforce and construction of its privately developed space station.

March 3, 2021

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Axiom Space, Inc., which is developing the world's first commercial space station, has raised $130 million in Series B funding.

The ASSEMBLY Show has been a staple in the industry for 10 years, and organizers are bringing the show to the U.S. South, where manufacturing is growing and thriving at an unprecedented rate. Read More

FEICA, the Association of the European Adhesive and Sealant Industry, will hold its 2022 European Adhesive and Sealant Conference & EXPO in Hamburg, Germany, from September 14-16, 2022.