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Technology and application updates, as well as the latest news and in-depth features involving finished adhesives and sealants.

]]> https://www.adhesivesmag.com/rss/2648-finished-adhesives-and-sealants en-us Henkel Unveils New Sustainability Targets for 2030 Henkel reports that the new targets reflect a strategic decision to further accelerate impact across the company’s value chain.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102366 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:11:21 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102366-henkel-unveils-new-sustainability-targets-for-2030 Adhesives and Sealants Play Key Role in PEM Humidifiers Explore how customizable 2K adhesive systems enhance sealing, bonding, and production efficiency in PEM fuel cell technologies.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102357 Sun, 19 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102357-adhesives-and-sealants-play-key-role-in-pem-humidifiers APPLIED Adhesives Achieves 3M Preferred Adhesive Distributor Designation APPLIED Adhesives has been accepted into the 3M Preferred Adhesive Distributor Program.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102364 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:35:11 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102364-applied-adhesives-achieves-3m-preferred-adhesive-distributor-designation DELO Expands Medical Electronics Portfolio DELO Industrial Adhesives has expanded its medical electronics portfolio with five new IBOA- and TPO-free adhesives.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102363 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:43:15 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102363-delo-expands-medical-electronics-portfolio DAP: Latex Sealant A new sealant from DAP delivers flexibility, cold-weather application, and wet-surface adhesion combined with easy gunning, tooling, and water cleanup.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102362 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:11:11 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102362-dap-latex-sealant Process Control in the Structural Bonding of Aerospace Composites with Epoxy This research aims to replace anecdotal understanding of structural bonding epoxy for aerospace applications with a data-driven, quantitative results.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102356 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102356-process-control-in-the-structural-bonding-of-aerospace-composites-with-epoxy Huntsman Highlights Innovations for Aerospace OEMs at SAMPE 2026 Two experts from Huntsman Advanced Materials will discuss regulatory challenges for composite and adhesive chemistries and how to solve those challenges.  

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102361 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:01:49 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102361-huntsman-highlights-innovations-for-aerospace-oems-at-sampe-2026 The Thermal Expansion Challenge: Adhesives and Sealants for Titanium in Extreme Environments From jet engine components to industrial equipment, understanding thermal cycling is critical to keeping adhesive bonding with titanium from failing.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102346 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102346-the-thermal-expansion-challenge-adhesives-and-sealants-for-titanium-in-extreme-environments The Latest Adhesive Research: From Smart Functionality to Bioinspired Design ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) Adhesives are designed to bond materials together, but ongoing innovation continues to expand their role well beyond that core function.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/blogs/14/post/102358 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:30:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/blogs/14-adhesives-blog/post/102358-the-latest-adhesive-research-from-smart-functionality-to-bioinspired-design Dow Names New CEO, Fitterling to Become Executive Chair of Board Jim Fitterling, chair and chief executive officer (CEO) of Dow, will step down as CEO and become executive chair of Dow's board.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102353 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:57:16 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102353-dow-names-new-ceo-fitterling-to-become-executive-chair-of-board DOW executive chair Jim Fitterling DOW new CEO Karen S Carter APPLIED Adhesives Acquires LJD Packaging APPLIED Adhesives has completed its acquisition of LJD Packaging, a distributor of adhesives and equipment. 

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102352 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:13:16 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102352-applied-adhesives-acquires-ljd-packaging ELKEM SILICONES: Silicone Adhesive for HVAC Systems The two-component adhesive is designed to meet the exacting demands of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems in industrial environments.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102351 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:02:45 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102351-elkem-silicones-silicone-adhesive-for-hvac-systems HENKEL: Tin-free Adhesive Sealant The tin-free adhesive sealant offers a simplified, sustainable solution for the heavy equipment sector.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102347 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:40:04 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102347-henkel-tin-free-adhesive-sealant ASC 2026 Convention and EXPO to Bring Industry Professionals to Nashville ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) The ASC 2026 Annual Convention and EXPO will bring adhesives and sealants professionals to Nashville for three days of education, networking, and industry insights.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102345 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:30:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102345-asc-2026-convention-and-expo-to-bring-industry-professionals-to-nashville RPM International Makes Leadership Changes Within Its Consumer Group RPM reports that the changes will help accelerate growth and efficiency in a more global, diversified consumer business.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102342 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:25:41 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102342-rpm-international-makes-leadership-changes-within-its-consumer-group Bio-Based Resins Suitable for High-Performance Adhesives and Composite Applications Researchers at the University of Oulu, Finland, have developed new high-performance, bio-based resins that can replace conventional oil-based materials in composite products.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102341 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 07:46:54 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102341-bio-based-resins-suitable-for-high-performance-adhesives-and-composite-applications H.B. Fuller Posts Drop in Net Revenue for First Quarter of 2026 H.B. Fuller recently released financial results for the first quarter of 2026 and announced new guidance for the year.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102338 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:05:06 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102338-hb-fuller-posts-drop-in-net-revenue-for-first-quarter-of-2026 DYMAX: TPO-Free, Light-Curable Adhesives Dymax expanded its portfolio of TPO-free formulations designed to meet evolving safety standards and support long-term product design and planning.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102335 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:12:34 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102335-dymax-tpo-free-light-curable-adhesives MASTER BOND: Silver-Filled Epoxy Master Bond EP6STC-80 is engineered for bonding, sealing, and coating applications requiring exceptional thermal and electrical conductivity.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102334 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 06:52:41 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102334-master-bond-silver-filled-epoxy TruArc Partners Acquires Matrix Adhesives Group The strategic partnership will support Matrix’s expansion of its product offerings, end markets, and customer base.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102333 Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:28:25 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102333-truarc-partners-acquires-matrix-adhesives-group Arsenal Capital Partners Completes Sale of ATP Adhesive Systems After expansion and investment from Arsenal Capital Partners, ATP Adhesive Systems has been acquired by a new company, signaling consolidation in the adhesives industry.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102331 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:58:48 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102331-arsenal-capital-partners-completes-sale-of-atp-adhesive-systems ChemQuest Focuses on APAC Specialty Chemicals with Strategic Partnership The ChemQuest Group has entered into a strategic partnership with PCI&KM, a leading industrial ecosystem platform for China’s coatings, inks, and adhesives sector. 

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102327 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:24:25 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102327-chemquest-focuses-on-apac-specialty-chemicals-with-strategic-partnership Wevo Announces New Production Site in Singapore Wevo, provider of potting compounds, adhesives, and sealants for sensitive electronics, is expanding its presence in the Asia-Pacific region with a new production site in Singapore. 

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102326 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:53:59 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102326-wevo-announces-new-production-site-in-singapore Syensqo Secures Contract with Boeing for Adhesive and Advanced Composite Solutions The renewed contract covers advanced composite and adhesive solutions for Boeing Commercial and Defense programs.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102325 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:01:51 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102325-syensqo-secures-contract-with-boeing-for-adhesive-and-advanced-composite-solutions The Structural Shift: How Adhesives Are Redefining Modern Assembly ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) From EV batteries to composite aircraft structures, advanced adhesives are enabling lighter designs, smarter automation, and integrated production systems. Explore the technologies driving this shift.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102309 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102309-the-structural-shift-how-adhesives-are-redefining-modern-assembly HENKEL: Packaging Adhesive With Technomelt Supra 130 Cool, customers benefit from trusted bonding performance and a reduced carbon footprint.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102320 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 07:34:48 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102320-henkel-packaging-adhesive DELO: UV-Curing Structural Adhesive DELO PHOTOBOND SJ4195 is a UV-curing structural adhesive characterized by its excellent adhesion to magnesium die cast (12 MPa) and features low outgassing, making it suitable for structurally bonding optical components.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102319 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 07:19:47 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102319-delo-uv-curing-structural-adhesive Host–Guest Complexation Chemistry Enables Next-Generation Recyclable Industrial Adhesives A new reversible polymer adhesive uses chemistry to switch bonding on and off with temperature or chemical triggers.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102307 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102307-hostguest-complexation-chemistry-enables-next-generation-recyclable-industrial-adhesives Bonding Technologies on the Rise ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) Structural adhesives and high-performance tapes are reshaping automotive and aerospace manufacturing.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102305 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:55:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102305-bonding-technologies-on-the-rise Flexcon Celebrates 70 Years of Materials Innovation and Global Growth Flexcon, provider of pressure‑sensitive films, adhesives, and functional materials, is celebrating its 70th anniversary.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102303 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:35:33 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102303-flexcon-celebrates-70-years-of-materials-innovation-and-global-growth