The Ethisphere Institute has recognized 3M for ethics and integrity in business conduct and compliance for the 10th straight year. 3M is one of only nine industrial companies worldwide to be honored this year. “At 3M, we are committed to doing things with unwavering integrity,” said Michael Duran, 3M senior VP and chief ethics and compliance officer. “It is our commitment…

Polyurethanes are reactive adhesives named not for what they are but for what they become when cured. A polyurethane polymer is formed by extremely reactive diisocyanates combined with OH-containing molecules. Polyurethane adhesives are thermoset polymers. The glue reacts to form a crosslinked polymer with properties unlike the starting material and a new chemical structure. Polyurethane…

Master Bond‘s LED415DC90 is a one-component adhesive system that cures rapidly upon exposure to a 405 nm wavelength LED light source without any oxygen inhibition. This no-mix system requires a post-cure with heat and adheres well to similar and dissimilar substrates. The cure rate depends upon the intensity of the light source, the thickness of…

As integrated circuits (ICs) become more dense and complex, particularly in the power device sector, new approaches to die thermal control and electrical performance are required. To this end, Henkel has announced the availability of a die attach adhesive that provides the high thermal capability to enable superior operation of power semiconductor packages. With 30 W/m-K…

Covestro‘s “Status Next” is a long-term strategy to offer advanced solutions to customers in the coatings and adhesives sector, as well as downstream industries. The company’s Status Next Studio platform combines partnerships along various value chains with innovative material and technology developments. On this platform, customers can discover three areas that are constantly evolving with new…

Master Bond,  a manufacturer of epoxy adhesives, sealants, coatings, has released a pre-recorded webinar on the considerations for choosing the ideal adhesive for electronic applications. This discussion covers not only adhesives but also coatings and potting compounds and particularly for challenging electronics. Viewers will learn how to navigate the selection process while keeping in mind…

Hilti North America, a global provider of innovative tools, technology, and services to the commercial construction industry, introduces the Kwik-X Dual Action Anchor system, the first of its kind on the market, combining the high performance of adhesive anchors with the simplicity of screw anchors. Reducing multiple steps in the conventional adhesive anchor installation process, Kwik-X…

H.B. Fuller Company, a global adhesives provider, announced that it has joined RecyClass, a comprehensive cross-industry initiative open to companies actively looking to improve the circularity of plastic packaging and to contribute toward harmonization of recyclability and recycled content practices. The initiative brings together players from the entire plastics value chain to optimize plastic packaging…

Arkema, a multi-national manufacturer of specialty materials, is launching one of the most complete and integrated offerings on the market for pressure-sensitive adhesives. The broad product range combines Arkema’s technological expertise in the adhesives market, strengthened by the recent acquisition of Ashland Performance Adhesives, and the most advanced acrylic value chain solutions. In a market…

Written by Markus Loris, Product Manager Schreiner ProTech | schreiner-protech.com Self-adhesive die-cut parts are increasingly working alongside or replacing conventional mechanical fastening methods for affixing, sealing, or leveling certain assemblies. And for good reason: these ultra-sticky solutions are true “lightweight heavyweights,” providing manufacturers with exceptionally flexible design and processing possibilities. However, there are several subsets…