Adhesives & Sealants Industry Top Stories

Tape Week 2026 to Spotlight Innovation, Market Trends, and Industry Collaboration

ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Tape Week 2026 will bring pressure-sensitive adhesive tape manufacturers, suppliers, and end-users to Louisville for educational and networking opportunities.

Advancing Hot-Melt Adhesive Performance for Automotive Interiors

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

A new polyolefin polymer technology enables advanced hot-melt formulations designed to deliver significant performance improvements across multiple dimensions.

Transportation Trends and Opportunities as Supply Chains Reshape

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Learn how shifting supply chains are impacting transportation, from regional trade routes to the role of AI in logistics optimization.

PFAS Update 2026: Continued Refinement of U.S. and Global Strategies — and Greater Focus on Adhesives and Sealants

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Discover how PFAS legislation in the U.S. and EU is affecting adhesives, sealants, and related products across multiple applications.

Performances of CNSL-based Polyurethane Technology for E-mobility

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Key properties of Cashew nutshell liquid (CNSL) hydroxyl functional molecules were examined to identify utility of CNSL-based technology for electric vehicles (EV) battery.

Adhesives and Sealants Play Key Role in PEM Humidifiers

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Explore how customizable 2K adhesive systems enhance sealing, bonding, and production efficiency in PEM fuel cell technologies.

Process Control in the Structural Bonding of Aerospace Composites with Epoxy

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

This research aims to replace anecdotal understanding of structural bonding epoxy for aerospace applications with data-driven, quantitative results.

The Thermal Expansion Challenge: Adhesives and Sealants for Titanium in Extreme Environments

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

From jet engine components to industrial equipment, understanding thermal cycling is critical to keeping adhesive bonding with titanium from failing.

ASC 2026 Convention and EXPO to Bring Industry Professionals to Nashville

ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:30:00 -0400

The ASC 2026 Annual Convention and EXPO will bring adhesives and sealants professionals to Nashville for three days of education, networking, and industry insights.

The Structural Shift: How Adhesives Are Redefining Modern Assembly

ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400

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.

Spray Coating for Adhesive Application in Advanced Manufacturing

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Discover how spray coating enables fast, uniform, and versatile adhesive application across large and complex components — making it a cornerstone technology for modern high-throughput manufacturing.

Host–Guest Complexation Chemistry Enables Next-Generation Recyclable Industrial Adhesives

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400

A new reversible polymer adhesive uses chemistry to switch bonding on and off with temperature or chemical triggers.

Compact Dispensing Technology Integrates Easily into Existing Production Lines

ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400

DELO is expanding its ACTIVIS portfolio with the new, more compact ACTIVIS 330 system, designed for precise micro dispensing volumes.

Bonding Technologies on the Rise

ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:55:00 -0400

Structural adhesives and high-performance tapes are reshaping automotive and aerospace manufacturing.

Innovation in Action: 2026 ASC Convention and EXPO Brings Industry Leaders to Nashville

ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:30:00 -0400

The 2026 ASC Annual Convention & EXPO heads to Nashville with a forward-looking agenda designed to help adhesives and sealants professionals navigate disruption and drive growth.

The Hidden Price of Regulatory Flexibility in Manufacturing

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0500

Regulatory easing may reduce short-term compliance pressure, but long-term environmental and energy costs continue to build. Learn how manufacturers can manage risk, stabilize costs, and stay competitive.

2026 Adhesives and Sealants Raw Materials Roundup

ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500

After more than two years of contraction, the manufacturing sector showed renewed momentum in January, with economic activity expanding for the first time in 12 months, according to the latest ISM® Manufacturing PMI® Report.

The Chemistry of Collaboration: Innovating Adhesives for Today’s World

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Read about the science behind formulation, today’s emerging technologies, and evidence-based insights that will help adhesive manufacturers formulate with confidence.

Researchers Decode Catalyst Behavior Impacting Emissions and Supply

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

New insights into industrial catalysts could help chemical producers cut carbon emissions and improve reliability in global vinyl acetate monomer production.

The True Cost of Filling Equipment

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

By partnering with the correct supplier, manufacturers can invest in filling equipment that meets immediate needs and delivers long-term cost savings and operational efficiency.

Sustainability Without Sacrifice: Reliable Cartridge Systems for Demanding Adhesive Applications

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

This article explains how medmix uses recycled plastics in technically demanding 2K cartridge systems, combining sustainability, drop-in compatibility, and consistent quality assurance for adhesives and sealants applications.

Polymer Encapsulation Protects Underwater Electromagnetic Transmitter

ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

How Intertronics’ polyurethane encapsulation enabled CSignum to overcome subsea structural challenges and bring its wireless EM-2 underwater communications system to market.

Top-Three Flashing-Tape and Window-Installation Mistakes and How to Fix Them

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

After decades in the field, I've seen too many window installations fail, and not because of poor-quality windows, but because of improper flashing tape application.

AI and Machine Vision Are Changing Automated Dispensing

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Compared to conventional dispensing robots, modern automated machinery represents a significant technological leap forward. However, artificial intelligence may soon render it outdated.

Dynamic UV Monitoring Enhances Performance of Hot-Melt Adhesives

ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

The adhesives and sealants industry is driven by need to provide customers with products that improve manufacturing processes and offer stronger and more sustainable bonding.

Challenges to Consider When Selecting a Feeder

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Moving dry bulk materials in industrial settings comes with unique challenges, especially when handling substances that are abrasive, sticky, or prone to clumping.

Using AI for Chemical Risk Assessment

ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

A new study by researchers at the Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences and Beijing Normal University presents a non-animal assessment framework designed to detect hazardous chemicals faster and more precisely.

AI, Machine Learning, and 3D Vision Will Revolutionize Dispensing

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

When teamed with a laser-based 3D computer vision system, AI and machine learning can dramatically increase assembly-line throughput and reduce scrap while improving overall product quality.

Three Key Trends Shaping Adhesives and Sealants Advances

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Adhesives are no longer background consumables; they are strategic enablers of greener supply chains, lighter designs, and smarter high‑speed manufacturing.

How AI and Biobased Chemistry Are Helping Transform Industrial Adhesives

ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Read about how Hexion is integrating advanced digital tools and renewable raw materials to reduce environmental impact and enhance manufacturing performance.