August 2025

This issue of ASI features the annual review of raw materials used in the adhesive and sealant industry, as well as additional new technologies for adhesive and sealant formulations

2025 Raw Materials and Chemicals Overview

A dominant theme for the raw materials landscape in 2024 and 2025 is the trend of moderating inflation and continued growth.

A. Todd Muhleman

August 18, 2025

The annual raw materials and chemicals overview explores current raw material cost drivers, an overview of today’s feedstock landscape, and an outlook for key industry raw materials.

San Sebastian in northern Spain with the Kursaal Congress Center at dusk

FEICA 2025 Conference & EXPO Tackles Adhesive Industry's Biggest Challenges

Join the industry’s top minds in San Sebastián for three days of cutting-edge content, expert panels, and unmatched networking opportunities.

August 18, 2025

From Sept. 10–12, 2025, FEICA brings industry leaders together to explore innovation, sustainability, and regulatory trends — all in the stunning coastal city of Donostia–San Sebastián.

Perfect Mix: How Material Properties Shape the Science of Industrial Mixing

Understanding uniformity: why material characteristics matter in mixing.

Karen Parker

August 20, 2025

From particle size and powder behavior to liquid viscosity and shear sensitivity, manufacturers must consider a complex interplay of raw material traits and mixer technologies to achieve uniform, high-performance formulations.

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From Plant to Product and Back Again: The Circular Promise of Nuvone

Valerian Materials’ Mike Arbeiter and Marc Hillmyer discuss the company’s biobased monomer that offers a high-performance, recyclable alternative to traditional polymers.

Karen Parker

August 22, 2025

As demand for sustainable materials grows, a new biobased monomer is offering a high-performance, recyclable, and compostable alternative to traditional polymers—potentially transforming the future of adhesives and sealants.

Precision in Packaging: Meeting the Demands of 2K Adhesive Systems

Precision packaging is a mission-critical factor — especially in two-component systems where even minor missteps can compromise strength, stability, and scalability.

Vlad Konopelko

August 25, 2025

As demand for high-performance bonding systems grows, the success of two-component adhesives hinges not just on chemistry — but on packaging precision.

The UV-curable Potting Vitralit UD 8060 F

Dual-Cure Acrylate Tackles Shadow Zones and Vibration Loads

An acrylate adhesive delivers fast, flexible, dual-cure performance for electronics and sensors — even in the shadows.

August 27, 2025

With up to 130% elongation at break and excellent adhesion to metals and plastics, Vitralit UD 8060 F offers soft, stress-absorbing bonds for demanding applications.