Henkel has signed an agreement to acquire the U.S.-based Seal for Life Industries from Arsenal Capital Partners (USA). Seal for Life is a global, specialized supplier of protective coating and sealing solutions in a broad variety of infrastructure markets such as renewable energy, oil and gas, and water. Financial details of the transaction were not…
New peel-and-stick underlayment ensures protective seal
DuPont announced the launch of its latest addition to its roofing underlayment product line, the Tyvek Protec PSU peel-and-stick underlayment. The self-adhered Tyvek Protec PSU product is specifically intended for critical areas of the roof, such as the eaves and valleys, that are more susceptible to water leaks. The adhesive layer — composed of rubberized…
Adhesives that cure in light and darkness
Do you need a material that cures in light and darkness? Dymax HLC (Hybrid Light-Curable) technology is a new patent-pending adhesive platform that combines the top qualities of anionic and free-radical adhesive chemistries. HLC materials exhibit the exceptional physical and performance properties of Dymax standard light-curable materials and the rapid on-contact cure of anionics. The…
EPO-TEK adhesives are uniquely designed for medical electronic applications
Meridian Adhesives‘ EPO-TEK advanced adhesive solutions are designed for medical electronic applications. These innovative products include ISO 10993 Tested Biocompatible adhesives such as EPO-TEK MED-301 and EPO-TEK MED-301-2 — both of which play a vital role in revolutionary medical devices aimed at enhancing patients’ lives. EPO-TEK MED-301 is used in ophthalmic implants for diabetic sight…
New instant adhesives for medical device applications
As a manufacturer of advanced adhesive solutions for the medical industry, Henkel has introduced two next-generation medical-grade, cyanoacrylates-based instant adhesives that offer improved safety and performance. These new products are formulated without CMR (Carcinogenic, Mutagenic or Reproductively hazardous) ingredients and are designed to offer increased strength during and after heat cycling. Loctite 4011S and Loctite…
New two-component epoxy features thermal conductivity and electrical insulation
Master Bond‘s Supreme 11AOHTMed is a two-component epoxy featuring thermal conductivity and electrical insulation. This system fully passes ISO 10993-5 testing for non-cytotoxicity and is recommended for bonding and sealing medical device applications. Supreme 11AOHTMed has reliable electrical insulation properties with a volume resistivity exceeding 1014 ohm-cm at 75° F. It also exhibits a thermal…
A solvent-free, UV-curable coating that protects electronic components
Henkel announced the commercialization of Loctite Stycast CC 8555, a conformal coating designed to protect electronics in extreme environments. This addition to the company’s conformal coating portfolio delivers printed circuit board (PCB) and sensitive component protection in challenging, high-power applications such as motor drives, PLCs, EV charging infrastructure, AC/DC power supplies, and other high-voltage electronics.…
New adhesive UV spot-curing system
Excelitas Technologies, an industrial technology manufacturer focused on delivering innovative, market-driven photonic solutions, announced the launch of its next-generation OmniCure S1500 Pro UV Spot Curing System for adhesives. The S1500 Pro UV Spot Curing System offers control, reliability, and high-intensity irradiance with a versatile range of features tailored for automated manufacturing processes, such as high-throughput…
Henkel named one of America’s “Greatest Workplaces for Diversity”
Henkel, a global developer of adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings, has been recognized as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity 2024 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity were selected based on a survey of over 220,000 individuals and reviews from over 1.5 million companies in North America, and the ranking…
Meridian Adhesives opens Las Vegas Center of Excellence
Meridian Adhesives Group, a global manufacturer of high-performance adhesives, has announced the grand opening of its new manufacturing facility in Las Vegas, Nevada. This state-of-the-art center represents a significant expansion of Meridian’s production capabilities, reaffirming the company’s commitment to delivering high-quality adhesive products to customers worldwide. The grand opening ceremony will take place on January…