Henkel, a global provider of adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings, announced that it has named Pernille Lind Olsen as president of the North American region. She also serves as the corporate senior VP of Adhesive Technologies Packaging & Consumer Goods, and regional head of Adhesive Technologies, in North America. In her new role as president,…

As part of its ongoing sustainability and wellness initiatives, Hexion will serve as the start-line sponsor of the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Central Ohio Heart Walk on August 19th in downtown Columbus. Hexion, is a global producer of adhesives and performance materials. “As a key supporter of the Central Ohio Heart Walk for 15 years,…

Meridian Adhesives Group, a manufacturer of high-value adhesive technologies, has announced the appointment of Ralph Grogan as the Commercial President of the organization’s Flooring Division. This strategic leadership change marks a pivotal moment in the company’s journey as it continues to drive innovation within the flooring sector. Grogan offers a wealth of experience, having spent…

Shurtape Technologies, a manufacturer and marketer of adhesive tapes and consumer products, announced the completion of the first phase of its digital transformation. The company is working with o9 Solutions, a top enterprise AI software platform provider for transforming planning and decision-making capabilities. With this implementation, Shurtape is expecting significant forecast accuracy improvements, increased planner…

The adhesives industry is evolving, attributed to the stricter implementation of government regulations for volatile organic compounds (VOCs), the ban on toxic chemicals in adhesive manufacturing, and the rising consumer demand for sustainable products. In line with these transformative trends, adhesive manufacturers aim to offer sustainable solutions while moving toward sustainable production and consumption processes…

Master Bond‘s new EP40TCMed is a two-part, room-temperature curing epoxy system that meets the requirements of ISO 10993-5 for non-cytotoxicity. It’s thermally conductive, electrically non-conductive and can be used as an adhesive or sealant in various medical and wearable device applications. This toughened epoxy delivers an elongation of 60 to 70%. It has good strength…

Sift through a few headlines, and you’ll likely come across news about labor shortages in several sectors. The trades are not immune. “Construction Workforce Shortage Tops Half a Million in 2023,” states the Associated Builders and Contractors. “Labor Shortages Forecast to Persist for Years,” predicts The Society for Human Resource Management. Blame what you will:…

Henkel’s adhesives and electronic materials have facilitated the design and manufacture of high-quality medical applications, engineered to streamline diagnostics and improve patient comfort and outcomes. The company has recently expanded its portfolio of wearables. Henkel’s technology portfolio includes high-impact solutions for low-pressure molding technologies, skin bonding, assembly adhesives, as well as adhesives for electronics and…

With the rapid advancements in the EV battery sector and digitalization as well as miniaturization on the rise, high-tech tape manufacturer Lohmann offers customized bonding solutions to the Li-Ion battery sector that do more than just bond. Lohmann’s innovative multifunctional materials product range contains adhesive tape solutions that also offer functions — such as damping,…

The non-halogenated EP90FR series of products from Master Bond set a new standard of flame retardancy, meeting FAR 14 CFR 25.853(a) specifications for both vertical and horizontal burn tests. This strict industry certification is often required for specialty aerospace applications such as interior panels, door frame lining, floor and door assemblies, etc. The series includes:…