~ Article courtesy of Henkel LOCTITE Threadlockers offer a universal, reliable adhesive solution to an age-old problem in many OEM (original equipment manufacturer) and MRO (maintenance, repair, and operations) applications. Typically applied to the threads of fasteners before assembly, they form a secure bond that helps maintain the integrity of the connection once cured.…
Henkel and Kraton partner to advance adhesive sustainability
Henkel, a global provider of adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings, and Kraton Corporation, a global sustainable producer of biobased products derived from pine wood pulping, announced a multi-year supply partnership. In this agreement, Kraton will supply Henkel Adhesive Technologies with high-performance, biobased tackifiers and its patented REvolution rosin ester technology to enable carbon emission reductions…
What are the different types of anchors available?
~ Article courtesy of Hilti North America When considering different fastening technologies, several factors affect the decision-making process to ensure the optimal solution for an application. Anchors are often used to connect structural elements of base material to masonry and concrete in buildings and structures. Choosing the ideal anchoring technology depends on the application and…
New medical adhesive for biosensors
DELO Industrial Adhesives, a high-tech adhesives manufacturer, has developed a new medical-grade adhesive — DELO MONOPOX MG3727. Based on a long-proven consumer electronics adhesive featuring low-temperature curing and drop resistance, this adhesive expands upon its capabilities with non-cytotoxicity, thus meeting the standards (DIN EN ISO 10993-5) necessary to classify it as a medical-grade adhesive. DELO…
This epoxy has a special color-changing feature
Master Bond‘s UV15RCL is a low-viscosity, cationic-type UV curing system with a special color-changing feature. The originally red material changes to clear once exposed to UV light, indicating that there’s UV light access across the adhesive material. Although this change in color from red to clear does not indicate a full cure it does confirm…
Flexible electronics adhesive permanently seals sensor housings
DELO, a global manufacturer of industrial adhesives, has developed a flexible electronics adhesive that permanently seals sensor housings airtight and reliably protects components such as image sensors. DELO DUALBOND BS3770 meets the stringent requirements of the semiconductor and automotive industries and helps drive innovation in autonomous driving. Autonomous driving requires high safety standards. Therefore, reliable components…
How to use adhesives for hermetic wire feedthroughs?
Written by Venkat Nandivada, Manager Technical Support & Rohit Ramnath, Senior Product Engineer Master Bond The hermetic sealing of electrical and optical feedthroughs is critical for the longevity and reliability of electronic devices. Depending on the degree of hermeticity required and the constraints of the application, techniques such as gasket sealing, adhesive sealing, and ceramic…
Henkel building Inspiration Center for Adhesive Technologies in Brazil
Henkel, a global provider of adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings, announced that it will construct its first integrated innovation and technology center in Latin America, located in Jundiaí, Sao Paulo. The new center aims to create a collaborative ecosystem for developing innovations and solutions for the Adhesive Technologies business unit and provide a global hub…
New pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes ideal for the appliance industry
Avery Dennison Performance Tapes has introduced a new portfolio of pressure-sensitive-adhesive (PSA) tape solutions for the appliance industry. The portfolio features a range of tapes engineered to further ease of use and assembly, enhance product durability and improve noise/vibration/harshness (NVH) damping qualities for commercial and residential appliances. With the addition of these products, users now…
PPG adds two new adhesives to its aerospace product portfolio
PPG has added two adhesives to its aerospace portfolio. PPG PR-2940 is an epoxy syntactic paste adhesive (ESPA) for bonding the internal structures of an aircraft. PPG PR-2936 is an adhesive that incorporates the properties of a shim and sealant for attaching the outer skin of an aircraft to the internal structures. “We are excited…