Dow has introduced a new adhesive for flexible and foldable displays, smartphones, wearables, laptops, televisions and many other types of electronic devices: DOWSIL VE-8001 Flexible Silicone Adhesive. This two-part, primer-less silicone adhesive is applied directly to thin metal surfaces and forms an elastic layer, or inner hinge, that helps to protect the display from damage…
Plastic fasteners market for building & construction to hit $557.6 million by 2027
The global Building and Construction Plastic Fasteners market is forecast to reach USD 557.6 Million by 2027, according to a new report by Reports and Data, a market research and consulting firm. Fasteners are the hardware that is used to join two or more objects. Unlike welding, these are used to make non-permanent bonds. Plastic Fasteners are used…
Hack the Crisis with Rotor Clip: A new way of doing business
Given the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve been reaching out to manufacturers and suppliers that have been deemed essential. As these companies never shut down, we’re asking what advice they may have for others in the industry that are starting to or just considering re-opening. To this end, Craig Slass, the co-president of Rotor Clip, recently joined…
CAMO STARTER Clips recognized as a Qualified Remodeler’s top choice
CAMO STARTER Clips, part of the CAMO family of innovative products, have been recognized in Qualified Remodelers’ 2020 Remodelers’ Choice 100. The Remodelers’ Choice 100 highlights the top trends and products in the industry. CAMO STARTER Clips are designed to eliminate face-fastening — the first and last board on any grooved decking installation. Simply line…
JW Winco offers enhanced assembly pins
Assembly pins are certainly not a new invention but JW Winco has taken this universal standard part and improved it. The standard parts specialist has been able to enhance developed parts, according to an application, and combine them with other standard securing parts. Stainless steel assembly pins from Winco’s GN 2342 series are available in…
What are flanges?
Written by Jody Muelaner A flange is a protruding ridge or rim, often used to increase strength or spread the load. For example, sectional beams often have flanges that carry most of the load and that are connected by a web joining the flanges together. Pipes may also be fitted with flanges, which provide attachments.…
Aerospace adhesives & sealants market size worth $1.8 billion by 2027
The global aerospace adhesives and sealants market size is expected to reach U.S.$1.8 billion by 2027, expanding at a CAGR of 5.7%, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Investments in new production facilities by aerospace Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) is likely to propel market growth over the long term. Adhesives for high-temperature applications are projected to provide numerous…
Meridian Adhesives Group acquires E-Chem
Meridian Adhesives Group, a manufacturer and custom formulator of high-value adhesives technologies, recently announced the acquisition of E-Chem. Located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, E-Chem specializes in the design, manufacturing, marketing, and supply of epoxy polymer products for concrete. These high-value products are used in the preservation, rehabilitation, repair, and structural support of concrete surfaces and…
Valley Forge & Bolt welcomes Rick Bailey as chief metallurgist
Valley Forge & Bolt, manufacturer of hot-forged industrial fasteners, announced that Rick Bailey as joined the company as chief metallurgist. Throughout his more than four-decade career, Bailey has specialized in steel — the core component of Valley Forge products. Bailey will apply his scientific and technical knowledge as well as his leadership abilities to Valley…
Miniature, precision screws from NBK
NBK, a manufacturer of advanced components, offers a broad line of miniature and precision screws, with designs based on years of extensive R&D. These include components in sizes ranging from S0.6 to M2.6. These are also commonly referred to as micro, camera, or eyeglass screws. These screws are suitable for fixing and positioning electronic devices,…