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Dr. Dave
Ask Dr. Dave

Debondable Structural Adhesives

We are looking for a temporary adhesive to hold some small steel parts together, but then we want to break the bond before some final finishing operations. What can we use?
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Dave Dunn Ph.D.
January 13, 2021
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Numerous technologies and patents cover debondable structural adhesives. For your small parts, however, I can suggest a few simple alternatives.


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Flexcon films for labeling applications

FLEXCON: Polypropylene Films for Labeling Applications

FLEXCon reports that the polypropylene films were subjected to rigorous durability testing side by side with vinyls, and they performed just as well.
January 13, 2021
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FLEXcon Co., Inc. has announced the introduction of FLEXcon NEXgen polypropylene films, which are reportedly sustainable “greener” non-vinyl alternatives for durable labeling applications.
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Henkel invests in feelit

Henkel Invests in MRO Startup Feelit

Adhesives and sealants improve the maintenance of production machinery and equipment around the globe.
January 12, 2021
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Henkel Adhesive Technologies recently announced that it has strengthened its capabilities for maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) solutions by investing in Feelit, a startup based in Haifa, Israel.
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Meeting Increased E-Commerce Demands and High Sustainability Standards in a COVID-19 World

Manufacturers are closely examining the cartons used to ship consumer goods, as well as the tapes used on those cartons, all while focusing on sustainability.
January 11, 2021
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Even before the global pandemic, increasing direct shipment demands were changing the shipping and packaging industry. However, with the heightened growth of e-commerce directly attributed to COVID-19, the shipping industry is processing and delivering an ever-increasing volume of heavier, bulkier, and more valuable packages—including food, beverages, and electronics—directly to the doorsteps of consumers and businesses.


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ICP Building Solutions Acquires Gardner-Gibson

Based in Tampa, Fla., Gardner-Gibson has manufacturing and distribution facilities across the U.S. and Canada.
January 11, 2021
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Innovative Chemical Products Group (ICP) recently announced that it has acquired Gardner-Gibson and Sun Coatings (Gardner-Gibson), a leading manufacturer of liquid-applied roof coatings, roofing products, driveway sealers, and specialty paints primarily serving professional contractors for commercial and residential applications.
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Sustainable Adhesives Sealants

2016 ASI Top 25: Leading Worldwide Manufacturers of Adhesives and Sealants

World Adhesive & Sealant Conference 2016

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ASI April 2014 issue

ASI April 2014 Photo Gallery

Our April 2014 issue is now available!

EVENTS

Industry

3/19/14
United States

Adhesives 101, Part 2 webinar

The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) announces its Training Academy schedule for 2014 which will include 14 new program titles that includes a blend of 101/201 training, business trends webinars and value-added regulatory topics. Read More

Industry

10/24/19
San Jose, Calif
San Jose, CA
United States

Additive Electronics Conference: PCB Scale to IC Scale

Additive Electronics Conference: PCB Scale to IC Scale examines the manufacturing and design processes enabling line width and space from .003 in. to 5 microns, as well as other new advanced technologies intended to meet the ever-increasing challenges of smaller, lighter, and more powerful electronic devices.

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Industry

9/9/20

AWAVirtual™ Label Release Liner Industry Seminar

The AWAVirtual™ Label Release Liner Seminar is a key event for anyone involved in the pressure-sensitive label and release liner market as a supplier, producer, converter, or user. Read More

Industry

2/8/21 to 2/12/21

International Builders’ Show

Virtual in 2021 and marking its 77th year, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) International Builders’ Show® connects, educates, and improves the residential construction industry.

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Industry

2/8/21 to 2/12/21

Kitchen & Bath Industry Show

Virtual in 2021, the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is North America’s largest trade show dedicated to all aspects of kitchen and bath design. Read More

Industry

2/19/21 to 2/20/21

Adhesion Society Short Course

Co-located with the Adhesion Society’s Annual Technical Meeting, the short course focuses on the science and technology of adhesion. Both events will be virtual in 2021.

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Industry

2/21/21 to 2/24/21

Adhesion Society 44th Annual Meeting

At the Adhesion Society’s annual technical meeting, which will be virtual in 2021, advances in adhesion science and technology are discussed.

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Industry

3/10/21 to 3/12/21
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona
Spain

6th World Conference of Smart Materials (WCSM-2020)

Smart materials are one of the most important researching directions in the development of high-tech new materials.

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Industry

4/12/21 to 4/14/21
Brussels
Belgium

9th Afera Technical Seminar

The Afera Technical Seminar brings together tape industry professionals for updates on the cutting-edge technical issues driving the adhesive tape industry.

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Industry

8/23/21 to 8/25/21
Raleigh, NC
United States

Techtextil North America

Techtextil North America assembles all vertical aspects of the technical textile industry: from research and development through raw materials and production processes, and finally ending in conversion, further treatment, and recycling.

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