Adhesives & Sealants Industry

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September 2023

The September 2023 issue features the annual distributor roundtable and articles about static mixing and the value of acrylic hot melt PSAs.

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2023 Distributor Roundtable

Leaders in the distribution of raw materials and chemicals provide updates on the state of the industry and what they expect for the adhesives and sealants industry going forward.
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Karen Parker
September 12, 2023

Representatives from Palmer Holland, Univar Solutions, and the National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD) answer questions in this year’s distributor roundtable discussion.


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Improving Appearance with Solventless Laminating Adhesives

While solventless laminating adhesives offer cost, performance, and sustainability benefits, care must be taken to follow recommended settings that ensure optimal appearance.
Keith Potts Kensen Hirohata
September 12, 2023

While solvent-based laminating adhesives are still widely used, many converters are starting to invest in lamination equipment capable of running solventless laminating adhesives. To avoid visual appearance issues, these factors must be considered.


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Choosing the Right Filling System

Adhesive and sealant manufacturers have a variety of options when selecting a filling system for their products.
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Karen Parker
September 12, 2023

There are a number of factors to be considered when choosing the best filling system for your adhesive or sealant, among them are desired return on investment and the need for expansion and automation.


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Introduction to Static Mixing in Laminar Flows

The first of a three-part series on static mixing, this article focuses on the different mixing principles in laminar mixing and the typical mixer geometries derived from them.
Joachim Schöck
September 13, 2023

Two-component adhesives are being used more and more because of their special properties, and static mixers are the most frequent choice of device for mixing the two-component material before application.


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Scannable Tapes and Labels Use App to Connect Objects to Locations and Digital Information

Combining traditional tools like adhesive tapes and labels with modern app technology, two companies partnered to create a solution that is solving real and timely issues in a number of industries.
Tammy Gentry
September 18, 2023

Scannable tapes and labels allow users to apply unique codes to materials and equipment and add digital information, including GPS locations, to the codes using a mobile app.


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FEICA Outlines Position on Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation

When reviewing revisions to EU packaging and packaging waste regulation, innovative packaging that may not be covered by the design for recycling criteria should be allowed to prove recyclability through testing.
September 20, 2023

A strong regulation for EU legislation on packaging and packaging waste will harmonize packaging recycling requirements throughout Europe, lessen market barriers, and simplify the compliance work of economic operators.


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from the editor
From the Editor

Climate-Driven Extreme Events and the Supply Chain

Climate-related issues, such as El Niño weather events and falling water levels in major waterways, are creating problems for global shipping.
September 25, 2023

Increasing climate-driven extreme weather events are impacting global shipping routes.


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