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Coverage on topics such as rheology, particle sizing, shear, durability, cohesion, peel and viscosity testing.

]]> https://www.adhesivesmag.com/rss/2655 en-us ANTON PAAR: Rotational Viscometer The ViscoQC rotational viscometer offers convenient operations and reliable and traceable results, helping to eliminate measurement errors.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102284 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 06:53:14 -0500 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102284-anton-paar-rotational-viscometer ChemQuest Celebrates 50 Years Global consulting firm The ChemQuest Group Inc. recently announced it is marking its 50th anniversary this year. 

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102280 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:25:39 -0500 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102280-chemquest-celebrates-50-years ASTM Is Hosting Organizational Meeting on Standards Development for AI in Manufacturing Systems ASTM International will hold an organizational meeting on March 4–5, 2026, to explore the potential establishment of a new ASTM Technical Committee on Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing Systems.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102271 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:37:02 -0500 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102271-astm-is-hosting-organizational-meeting-on-standards-development-for-ai-in-manufacturing-systems Register Now for 2026 Adhesion Society Annual Meeting The meeting offers a 1.5-day short course, poster session, exhibition, student award symposium, and concurrent technical sessions.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102226 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 11:19:13 -0500 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102226-register-now-for-2026-adhesion-society-annual-meeting Forty Years in the Real World: Why Silicone Sealants Still Lead the Way The comparative weathering study launched in 1983 is studying 13 commercially available sealants that were applied as sealant joints between glass and painted aluminium test panels. 

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102116 Mon, 24 Nov 2025 10:10:02 -0500 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102116-forty-years-in-the-real-world-why-silicone-sealants-still-lead-the-way Why Measure Surface Energy? Experts from Intertronics and Dyne Testing, an Intertronics brand, discuss the importance of measuring surface energy. 

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102103 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102103-why-measure-surface-energy ASI-November-2025-WebFiles-900x500-Intertronics Opening IMG.jpg ASI-November-2025-WebFiles-900x500-Intertronics1.jpg Dyne Pens and inks.  Plasmatreat Offers Testing and Material Characterization Support Equipped with advanced atmospheric plasma systems and a full range of equipment, Plasmatreat’s team is ready to deliver precise, tailored solutions for projects.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102091 Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:11:14 -0500 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102091-plasmatreat-offers-testing-and-material-characterization-support AI-Driven 3D Vision Revolutionizes Adhesive Dispensing Quality Control Discover how next-gen 3D laser systems inspect adhesive beads thinner than a human hair — without slowing production.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102056 Fri, 17 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102056-ai-driven-3d-vision-revolutionizes-adhesive-dispensing-quality-control New ASTM Standard Addresses Sealant Compatibility The new standard was developed by the flat glass subcommittee (C14.08), part of ASTM’s glass and glass products committee (C14).

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102000 Wed, 17 Sep 2025 07:25:47 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102000-new-astm-standard-addresses-sealant-compatibility GARDCO Plans Transition to PFAS-Free Products Paul N. Gardner Co. is raising the bar for safer, more sustainable manufacturing in the testing and inspection industry.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101999 Wed, 17 Sep 2025 07:16:04 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101999-gardco-plans-transition-to-pfas-free-products Testing Helps Avoid Million-Dollar Mistakes ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) I am not going to sugar coat it, working for a publication dedicated to adhesives and sealants has generated not an insignificant amount of gentle ribbing from people in my life. And the longer I do this job, the less patience I have for the puns and jokes and the more apt I am to respond with a bit of a lecture about how important adhesives and sealants are to all of our lives.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101752 Thu, 29 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101752-testing-helps-avoid-million-dollar-mistakes Smarter Testing: Setting New Standards for Operational Safety of Structural Glazing Adhesive Sealants A closer look at advanced testing methods reveals how operational performance of adhesive sealants can be better understood and improved for structural glazing applications.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101751 Tue, 27 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101751-smarter-testing-setting-new-standards-for-operational-safety-of-structural-glazing-adhesive-sealants Unlock the Future of Manufacturing at MAX ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) With the synergy created by five of BNP Media’s manufacturing brands, MAX is an event that reflects all parts of modern manufacturing and automation.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101742 Thu, 15 May 2025 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101742-unlock-the-future-of-manufacturing-at-max Detection of Organic Contamination on Surfaces by Fluorescence Measurement Fluorescence measurement provides non-destructive surface inspection with high sensitivity, fast response, and contactless measurement.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101745 Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101745-detection-of-organic-contamination-on-surfaces-by-fluorescence-measurement DYNE TESTING: Optical Tensiometer Attension® Theta Flex from Biolin Scientific is a contact-angle meter designed for reliable and repeatable analysis of wettability and adhesion in research, development, quality, and industrial applications. 

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101534 Mon, 27 Jan 2025 13:13:42 -0500 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101534-dyne-testing-optical-tensiometer PAUL N. GARDNER USA (GARDCO): Wet Film Thickness Gauge The new coatmaster® Flex non-contact wet film thickness gauge from Paul N. Gardner USA (GARDCO) is the most advanced measurement gauge for non-contact wet film thickness measurements.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101531 Mon, 27 Jan 2025 09:23:02 -0500 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101531-paul-n-gardner-usa-gardco-wet-film-thickness-gauge Digital Simulations Accelerate Product Development Different digital tools help engineers learn important information about the manufacturability, mechanical integrity, and functionality of a product in development.  

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101511 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101511-digital-simulations-accelerate-product-development How Digital Technologies Are Shaping Adhesives and Sealants ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) ASI surveys industry leaders to learn how the ever-evolving digital revolution is impacting the adhesive and sealant industry and what to expect in the future.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101507 Tue, 14 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101507-how-digital-technologies-are-shaping-adhesives-and-sealants No Data, No Problem: How to Get Started with AI As manufacturers move to implement AI in their processes, a few simple tips will help them get started in their search for an AI provider.   

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101506 Tue, 14 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101506-no-data-no-problem-how-to-get-started-with-ai PAUL N. GARDNER CO.: Training Videos New How-To videos from Paul N. Gardner Co. USA (GARDCO) are designed to guide users on the proper operation and best practices for using GARDCO's testing instruments.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101475 Mon, 30 Dec 2024 12:11:27 -0500 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101475-paul-n-gardner-co-training-videos New Research Investigates Innovative Possibilities for Process Monitoring of Sealants A new IGF research project is being conducted with the SKZ Plastics Center and the Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Technology and Advanced Materials researching several non-destructive testing methods to advance the quality assurance of sealing compounds.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101461 Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101461-new-research-investigates-innovative-possibilities-for-process-monitoring-of-sealants PAUL N. GARDNER CO.: Viscometers Paul N. Gardner Co. USA (GARDCO) announced a new offering of byko-visc CP Cone and Plate viscometers. 

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101449 Sun, 15 Dec 2024 21:12:17 -0500 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101449-paul-n-gardner-co-viscometers DYNE TESTING: Optical Tensiometer The instrument provides accurate and easy characterization of both solids and liquids in research, development, quality, and industrial applications.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101431 Mon, 09 Dec 2024 18:01:35 -0500 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101431-dyne-testing-optical-tensiometer Brenntag Specialties Expands CASE and Construction Innovation & Application Center in Germany Brenntag announced the official opening of the extension of its CASE and Construction Innovation & Application Center in Duisburg, Germany. 

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101368 Fri, 08 Nov 2024 08:36:27 -0500 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101368-brenntag-specialties-expands-case-and-construction-innovation-and-application-center-in-germany PAUL N. GARDNER: Certified Gel Timers Paul N. Gardner (Gardco) USA recently introduced a new line of Certified GARDCO Precision Gel Timers that offer quick, reliable, and precise gelation testing at an affordable price.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101349 Mon, 28 Oct 2024 21:48:57 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101349-paul-n-gardner-certified-gel-timers PAUL N. GARDNER USA: Custom Mobile Apps Paul N. Gardner USA recently announced two new innovative tools designed to simplify calculations and enhance precision for professionals across various industries. 

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101317 Tue, 15 Oct 2024 07:19:06 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101317-paul-n-gardner-usa-custom-mobile-apps The 2024 ASSEMBLY Show to Highlight the Latest Innovations ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) Engineers and manufacturing executives will see the latest innovation in manufacturing technology at the ASSEMBLY Show 2024, taking place October 22–24.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101319 Tue, 15 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101319-the-2024-assembly-show-to-highlight-the-latest-innovations Top image.jpg Image courtesy of The Assembly Show.  OpeningWeb-15.jpg Image courtesy of The Assembly Show.  Image 1.jpg Image courtesy of The Assembly Show.  AudibleWeb-19.jpg Image courtesy of The Assembly Show.  BYK-Gardner Names New President and CEO As a trained mechanical engineer with a doctorate in chemical engineering, Dr. Jörg Krames takes over the global management of the company.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101152 Tue, 16 Jul 2024 08:29:01 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101152-byk-gardner-names-new-president-and-ceo Bodo Möller Chemie Opens Adhesives Competence Center in Shanghai The newly opened Adhesive Competence Center allows Bodo Möller Chemie to fulfill existing and steadily growing demand from industry in China and Southeast Asia. 

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101104 Mon, 24 Jun 2024 10:25:51 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101104-bodo-moller-chemie-opens-adhesives-competence-center-in-shanghai New Frontiers in the Safety Assessment of Double-Sided Adhesive Tapes In an ever-evolving industrial landscape, advances in material technology are crucial to meet growing demands. Double-sided adhesive tapes are increasingly coming into focus as indispensable components across various industries. 

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101055 Fri, 07 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/101055-new-frontiers-in-the-safety-assessment-of-double-sided-adhesive-tapes