2012 October

Adhesives & Sealants Industry

2012 October Adhesives and Sealants Industry Magazine.

Label Design

October 1, 2012

One company’s switch to clear, pressure-sensitive technology enhanced its brand image, expanded its product line and promoted label efficiency.

Green, Fast, and Secure: Atmospheric Plasma for Critical Bonding

Inès A. Melamies

October 1, 2012

Atmospheric pressure plasma is an environmentally friendly, cost-efficient and high-tech alternative to traditional pretreatment methods.

Avoiding Creep

Robert McGregor

October 1, 2012

Choosing the right controlled stress rheometer and spindle can help manufacturers analyze yield stress and creep.

Independent Testing

David Westerfield

October 1, 2012

A well-designed testing program will repay your investment with additional margin points and reduced material claims.

Focus On: Think Big, Act Small

Cindy Stoner

October 1, 2012

Multiple high-quality tape solutions are available for appliance manufacturers.

Focus On: Investing in Technology

October 1, 2012

Emerald Kalama Chemical opens new technical center, marks 50 years of operation in Kalama, WA.

Industrial Displays and Touch Panels

Daniel Lenssen Ph.D.

October 1, 2012

Optically transparent adhesives improve readability and ruggedness.

Advancing Adhesives: Paper and Packaging Progress

October 1, 2012

WACKER introduces a new VAE dispersion for difficult-to-bond surfaces in paper and packaging.

NR-Free, Cold-Seal Adhesive Formulations

Daniel Eng

October 1, 2012

Scientists bond to find solutions that will stick.

ASC Fall convention, Louisville Kentucky

ASC Fall Convention to Address Critical Issues

October 1, 2012

The Adhesive and Sealant Council Inc. (ASC) will hold its Fall Convention and Expo October 21-23 at the Louisville Marriott Downtown in Louisville, KY.

Ask Dr. Dave: October 2012

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

October 1, 2012

QUESTION: We use cyanoacrylate adhesives in several assembly operations, but we are reluctant to use them for parts that might be used outdoors. What do you recommend?