As the advantages of structural epoxy adhesives become more apparent, new curing agent technologies can help facilitate a more sustainable adhesive product.
Successful companies are increasing efforts in sustainability with environment-friendly manufacturing processes that minimize waste and maximize efficiency.
With the increase in interest in sustainable materials and manufacturing, there will be a significant opportunity for U.S. manufacturers that use common sense, good manufacturing practices.
Sustainability in the construction sector is receiving attention in the EU due to the scale of this sector and its share of materials usage, greenhouse gas emissions in Europe, as well as ongoing geopolitical and energy crises.
Professionals in the adhesives and sealants industry met in September to discuss the trends, challenges, and opportunities created by the drive for sustainability.
In September, The Adhesive and Sealant Council hosted its first Sustainability Forum in Pittsburg, a two-day event that discussed topics including trends, challenges, opportunities, and market drivers.
Maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) engineers are looking for new ways to reduce their carbon footprint and to this end, engineering adhesives are increasingly being used in place of mechanical fastenings.
H.B. Fuller is working to build a solid foundation of sustainability. The company’s global environmental compliance and sustainability leader, Jonathan Blaine, explains how.