Explore the freshest and most trending topics currently making waves in the adhesives and sealants industry. Dive into the latest buzz, timely insights, and noteworthy content that's driving our industry forward. https://www.adhesivesmag.com/rss/5106-adhesives-sealants-industry-top-stories en-us ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) AI may transform how technical work gets done, but technology is only part of the equation. Companies still need to determine where AI can provide practical value. AI may transform how technical work gets done, but technology is only part of the equation. Companies still need to determine where AI can provide practical value.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102652 Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102652-where-ai-meets-human-expertise A decade of disruptions has changed how companies manage sourcing, reformulation, and technology development to reduce risk and protect supply. A decade of disruptions has changed how companies manage sourcing, reformulation, and technology development to reduce risk and protect supply. 

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102651 Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102651-the-new-adhesive-playbook-competing-through-supply-security-and-reformulation ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) Here are four of the latest adhesive technologies developed for packaging applications, supporting recyclability, manufacturing efficiency, and a wider range of packaging materials. Here are four of the latest adhesive technologies developed for packaging applications, supporting recyclability, manufacturing efficiency, and a wider range of packaging materials.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102640 Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102640-innovations-in-packaging-adhesives ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) Tariffs, geopolitical instability, and transportation challenges are reshaping chemical distribution. Here's how distributors are adapting. Tariffs, geopolitical instability, and transportation challenges are reshaping chemical distribution. Here's how distributors are adapting.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102614 Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102614-chemical-distribution-in-an-era-of-uncertainty ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) Discover the keynote speakers, technical sessions, EXPO, and networking opportunities planned for WAC 2026 in London. Discover the keynote speakers, technical sessions, EXPO, and networking opportunities planned for WAC 2026 in London.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102611 Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102611-wac-2026-heads-to-london Researchers have developed an approach that could help overcome two key barriers to producing no-added-formaldehyde (NAF) particleboard on continuous production lines, potentially improving manufacturing efficiency while reducing formaldehyde emissions. Researchers have developed an approach that could help overcome two key barriers to producing no-added-formaldehyde (NAF) particleboard on continuous production lines, potentially improving manufacturing efficiency while reducing formaldehyde emissions.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102609 Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102609-production-solution-for-naf-grade-particleboard-with-pmdi-as-binder A novel additive from Estron Chemical helps acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesives deliver enhanced adhesion to low-surface-energy substrates without sacrificing shear strength. A novel additive from Estron Chemical helps acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesives deliver enhanced adhesion to low-surface-energy substrates without sacrificing shear strength.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102602 Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102602-additive-technology-improves-adhesion-to-lse-substrates-in-psas Read this market outlook that examines the economic forces, end-use industries, and raw material trends shaping the industry's near-term outlook. Read this market outlook that examines the economic forces, end-use industries, and raw material trends shaping the industry's near-term outlook.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102592 Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102592-2026-raw-materials-and-chemicals-overview ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) From mixing and pumping to equipment cleaning and maintenance, selecting the right technologies can improve production performance while reducing downtime. From mixing and pumping to equipment cleaning and maintenance, selecting the right technologies can improve production performance while reducing downtime.  

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102591 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102591-material-handling-product-innovations As EV designs become more complex, traditional joining methods are being pushed to their limits. This article explores how new adhesive technologies and digital engineering are reshaping automotive manufacturing. As EV designs become more complex, traditional joining methods are being pushed to their limits. This article explores how new adhesive technologies and digital engineering are reshaping automotive manufacturing.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102589 Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102589-high-tech-adhesives-transform-vehicle-construction Construction markets are regaining momentum, fueled by substantial U.S. manufacturing investments, rebuilding efforts, infrastructure spending, and growing exports. Construction markets are regaining momentum, fueled by substantial U.S. manufacturing investments, rebuilding efforts, infrastructure spending, and growing exports.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102585 Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102585-construction-demand-is-returning-can-your-supply-chain-keep-up ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) Read how adaptation is becoming the defining characteristic of today's chemicals industry — and why staying agile will be critical for future success. Read how adaptation is becoming the defining characteristic of today's chemicals industry — and why staying agile will be critical for future success.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/blogs/14/post/102583 Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/blogs/14-adhesives-blog/post/102583-resilience-in-a-time-of-change As global data center capacity is projected to double by 2030, adhesives are playing an increasingly important role in thermal management, optical connectivity, and system reliability. As global data center capacity is projected to double by 2030, adhesives are playing an increasingly important role in thermal management, optical connectivity, and system reliability.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102555 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102555-more-than-holding-parts-together-adhesives-expanding-role-in-data-centers Read this evaluation of one 3M glass bubble, and learn how it compares it to a standard mineral filler in a white water based acrylic caulk and silicone sealant formulation. Read this evaluation of one 3M glass bubble, and learn how it compares it to a standard mineral filler in a white water based acrylic caulk and silicone sealant formulation.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102582 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102582-3m-glass-bubbles-in-caulks-and-sealant-applications Advanced adhesives are helping manufactured housing producers increase throughput, improve energy efficiency, and meet increasingly demanding building codes. Advanced adhesives are helping manufactured housing producers increase throughput, improve energy efficiency, and meet increasingly demanding building codes.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102556 Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102556-smarter-bonds-for-smarter-builds ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) AI, construction, currency shifts, and strategic acquisitions shaped the performance of the world's largest adhesive and sealant manufacturers. AI, construction, currency shifts, and strategic acquisitions shaped the performance of the world's largest adhesive and sealant manufacturers.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/blogs/14/post/102554 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/blogs/14-adhesives-blog/post/102554-beyond-the-numbers-trends-shaping-the-top-20 In-N-Out Burger, the renowned fast-food chain based in Southern California, continues to expand throughout the central and eastern United States. New stores must maintain consistency—including iconic roof tiles customers everywhere recognize. In-N-Out Burger, the renowned fast-food chain based in Southern California, continues to expand throughout the central and eastern United States. New stores must maintain consistency—including iconic roof tiles customers everywhere recognize.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102550 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102550-maintaining-an-iconic-brand-with-high-performance-building-materials ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) A product's sustainability is often determined long before it reaches the market. Learn how Henkel is helping customers identify and solve design challenges early. A product's sustainability is often determined long before it reaches the market. Learn how Henkel is helping customers identify and solve design challenges early.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102542 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102542-how-henkel-is-helping-companies-solve-sustainability-challenges From flooring and wall panels to backsplashes and trim, peel-and-stick products are gaining traction as consumers seek faster, simpler installation solutions. From flooring and wall panels to backsplashes and trim, peel-and-stick products are gaining traction as consumers seek faster, simpler installation solutions.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102541 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102541-the-growing-opportunity-for-peel-and-stick-applications-in-interior-decor-floor-and-wall-products ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) As companies consider moving manufacturing back to the United States, the investment required for critical reshoring efforts is significant. As companies consider moving manufacturing back to the United States, the investment required for critical reshoring efforts is significant.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/blogs/14/post/102525 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/blogs/14-adhesives-blog/post/102525-reshoring-risk-and-us-manufacturing-in-an-uncertain-world Designing sustainability into products, optimizing energy, creating predictive quality systems, and optimizing the supply chain are examples of AI-enabled programs that drive the triple bottom line. Designing sustainability into products, optimizing energy, creating predictive quality systems, and optimizing the supply chain are examples of AI-enabled programs that drive the triple bottom line.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102524 Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102524-ai-and-digitization-driving-the-triple-bottom-line Learn how EFSEN designed, delivered, and installed a customized UV curing solution for protective coatings in record time. Learn how EFSEN designed, delivered, and installed a customized UV curing solution for protective coatings in record time.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102522 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102522-custom-uv-curing-for-automotive-coating ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) This adhesive technology combines UV curing and secondary heat curing to deliver strong, chemically resistant bonds for reusable medical devices. This adhesive technology combines UV curing and secondary heat curing to deliver strong, chemically resistant bonds for reusable medical devices.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102521 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102521-dual-cure-adhesive-meets-demands-of-advanced-medical-device-manufacturing ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) Every year, we study the leading worldwide manufacturers of adhesives and sealants to compile the ASI Top 20. In considering the rankings, we consider sales information (and other details) for finished adhesives and sealants, as well as related products such as tapes and labels. Every year, we study the leading worldwide manufacturers of adhesives and sealants to compile the ASI Top 20. In considering the rankings, we consider sales information (and other details) for finished adhesives and sealants, as well as related products such as tapes and labels.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102482 Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102482-2026-asi-top-20-leading-global-adhesives-and-sealants-manufacturers Read this study that investigates the feasibility of developing a structural bio-based adhesive utilizing DGEVA as a base material, reinforced with recycled carbon fibers and mineral wool waste derived mainly from demolished buildings. Read this study that investigates the feasibility of developing a structural bio-based adhesive utilizing DGEVA as a base material, reinforced with recycled carbon fibers and mineral wool waste derived mainly from demolished buildings.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102520 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102520-reinforcing-bio-based-epoxy-adhesives-with-recycled-fillers Learn how advanced tape technologies and automated sealing systems are helping companies meet changing regulatory and customer demands. Learn how advanced tape technologies and automated sealing systems are helping companies meet changing regulatory and customer demands.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102519 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102519-packaging-that-performs-making-sustainability-work-across-the-full-tape-lifecycle ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) Learn how researchers are using renewable feedstocks and biologically inspired materials to create sustainable alternatives for industrial applications. Learn how researchers are using renewable feedstocks and biologically inspired materials to create sustainable alternatives for industrial applications.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102518 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102518-the-latest-sustainable-materials-research-across-adhesives-and-composites From keynote insights to mentorship programs, the Women in Chemicals Conference delivers valuable takeaways for career development and industry engagement. From keynote insights to mentorship programs, the Women in Chemicals Conference delivers valuable takeaways for career development and industry engagement.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102410 Wed, 27 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102410-critical-for-chemistry-a-look-back-at-the-women-in-chemicals-2025-conference-and-a-preview-for-2026 Legacy specifications built around thickness and high-temperature adhesives are giving way to engineered backing solutions designed for modern coating systems and process efficiency. Legacy specifications built around thickness and high-temperature adhesives are giving way to engineered backing solutions designed for modern coating systems and process efficiency.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102409 Mon, 25 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102409-rethinking-masking-tape-in-transportation-why-tape-system-engineering-matters-more-than-thickness The pressure-sensitive adhesives market is growing steadily, driven by demand in packaging, sustainability initiatives, and emerging technology. The pressure-sensitive adhesives market is growing steadily, driven by demand in packaging, sustainability initiatives, and emerging technology.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102408 Fri, 22 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102408-trends-and-opportunities-in-pressure-sensitive-adhesives-sustainability-innovation-and-market-growth