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) 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 ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) 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 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

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/blogs/14/post/102420 Thu, 21 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/blogs/14-adhesives-blog/post/102420-collaboration-and-innovation-drive-the-conversation-at-ascs-convention-and-expo For 30 years, aspartic ester chemistry has been employed to offer coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers unique properties. For 30 years, aspartic ester chemistry has been employed to offer coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers unique properties.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102407 Wed, 20 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102407-evaluating-modifications-in-aspartic-systems-on-viscoelastic-behavior Learn how adhesive residues impact PET recycling quality and how new solutions enable cleaner, food-grade material recovery. Learn how adhesive residues impact PET recycling quality and how new solutions enable cleaner, food-grade material recovery.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102397 Mon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102397-dispersible-adhesives-facilitate-clean-label-separation-in-pet-recycling High heat, clean release, and durability make PTFE-coated tape a key solution for modern heat-sealing systems. High heat, clean release, and durability make PTFE-coated tape a key solution for modern heat-sealing systems.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102396 Fri, 15 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102396-ptfe-coated-fiberglass-tape-for-industrial-heat-sealing-applications ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) The ASC Executive Leadership Conference 2026 will provide industry executives with tools to navigate today’s evolving business landscape. The ASC Executive Leadership Conference 2026 will provide industry executives with tools to navigate today’s evolving business landscape.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102394 Wed, 13 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102394-adhesives-industry-leaders-head-to-park-city-for-asc-2026-conference Discover why flexibility in release liner design is essential for innovation, processing reliability, and sustainable PSA applications. Discover why flexibility in release liner design is essential for innovation, processing reliability, and sustainable PSA applications.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102393 Mon, 11 May 2026 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102393-what-you-should-know-about-adhesive-and-liner-compatibility ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) Tape Week 2026 will bring pressure-sensitive adhesive tape manufacturers, suppliers, and end-users to Louisville for educational and networking opportunities. Tape Week 2026 will bring pressure-sensitive adhesive tape manufacturers, suppliers, and end-users to Louisville for educational and networking opportunities.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102355 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102355-tape-week-2026-to-spotlight-innovation-market-trends-and-industry-collaboration A new polyolefin polymer technology enables advanced hot-melt formulations designed to deliver significant performance improvements across multiple dimensions. A new polyolefin polymer technology enables advanced hot-melt formulations designed to deliver significant performance improvements across multiple dimensions.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102354 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102354-advancing-hot-melt-adhesive-performance-for-automotive-interiors Learn how shifting supply chains are impacting transportation, from regional trade routes to the role of AI in logistics optimization. Learn how shifting supply chains are impacting transportation, from regional trade routes to the role of AI in logistics optimization.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102350 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102350-transportation-trends-and-opportunities-as-supply-chains-reshape Discover how PFAS legislation in the U.S. and EU is affecting adhesives, sealants, and related products across multiple applications. Discover how PFAS legislation in the U.S. and EU is affecting adhesives, sealants, and related products across multiple applications.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102349 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102349-pfas-update-2026-continued-refinement-of-us-and-global-strategies-and-greater-focus-on-adhesives-and-sealants Key properties of Cashew nutshell liquid (CNSL) hydroxyl functional molecules were examined to identify utility of CNSL-based technology for electric vehicles (EV) battery. Key properties of Cashew nutshell liquid (CNSL) hydroxyl functional molecules were examined to identify utility of CNSL-based technology for electric vehicles (EV) battery.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102348 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102348-performances-of-cnsl-based-polyurethane-technology-for-e-mobility Explore how customizable 2K adhesive systems enhance sealing, bonding, and production efficiency in PEM fuel cell technologies. 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 This research aims to replace anecdotal understanding of structural bonding epoxy for aerospace applications with data-driven, quantitative results. This research aims to replace anecdotal understanding of structural bonding epoxy for aerospace applications with 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 From jet engine components to industrial equipment, understanding thermal cycling is critical to keeping adhesive bonding with titanium from failing. 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 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. 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 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. 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 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. 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.

]]> http://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102308 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/102308-spray-coating-for-adhesive-application-in-advanced-manufacturing