Adhesives & Sealants Industry Top Stories

Rethinking Masking Tape in Transportation: Why Tape System Engineering Matters More Than Thickness

Mon, 25 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Legacy specifications built around thickness and high-temperature adhesives are giving way to engineered backing solutions designed for modern coating systems and process efficiency.

Trends and Opportunities in Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives: Sustainability, Innovation, and Market Growth

Fri, 22 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The pressure-sensitive adhesives market is growing steadily, driven by demand in packaging, sustainability initiatives, and emerging technology.

Collaboration and Innovation Drive the Conversation at ASC's Convention and EXPO

ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) — Thu, 21 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The neon lights of Nashville’s Broadway may have been calling from just down the street, but the real electricity was inside the Grand Hyatt

Evaluating Modifications in Aspartic Systems on Viscoelastic Behavior

Wed, 20 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400

For 30 years, aspartic ester chemistry has been employed to offer coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers unique properties.

Dispersible Adhesives Facilitate Clean Label Separation in PET Recycling

Mon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Learn how adhesive residues impact PET recycling quality and how new solutions enable cleaner, food-grade material recovery.

PTFE Coated Fiberglass Tape for Industrial Heat-Sealing Applications

Fri, 15 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400

High heat, clean release, and durability make PTFE-coated tape a key solution for modern heat-sealing systems.

Adhesives Industry Leaders Head to Park City for ASC 2026 Conference

ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) — Wed, 13 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The ASC Executive Leadership Conference 2026 will provide industry executives with tools to navigate today’s evolving business landscape.

What You Should Know About Adhesive and Liner Compatibility

Mon, 11 May 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Discover why flexibility in release liner design is essential for innovation, processing reliability, and sustainable PSA applications.

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.