Adhesives • epoxies

DELO, a global manufacturer of industrial adhesives for automotive, consumer and industrial electronics applications, has launched a new high-performance micro-dispensing valve that can reproduce dispensing results at a dispensing frequency up to 300 Hz. The plunger speed reaches twice the maximum value of its predecessor, DELO-DOT PN3. This pneumatic jet valve is easy-to-use and features…

  Rotunda Capital Partners has acquired Bron Tapes, a premier distributor and converter of pressure-sensitive tapes and adhesives. Bron is the second investment made from Rotunda’s latest fund, Rotunda Capital Partners Fund III, L.P. Bron is a solutions-oriented partner for its customers, focused on providing the highest level of technical expertise and service. Founded in…

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…

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…

  Hexion Inc., an Ohio-based, global producer of adhesives and performance materials, is supporting STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) initiatives and committing to “Responsible Chemistry.” The company announced it’s serving as a founding partner of the Green Chemistry Teaching and Learning Community (GCTLC), a joint initiative of Beyond Benign and the American Chemical Society Green…

Master Bond‘s new EP41S-5Med is a two-part epoxy system that meets the requirements of ISO 10993-5 for non-cytotoxicity and can be used for bonding, sealing, and coating in medical devices. It features high-temperature resistance and excellent strength properties. As an electrically insulative material, it can be used in medical electronic applications. This epoxy was tested…

Epoxy resins and epoxies are reactive adhesives named for the reactive part of the molecule responsible for the curing chemistry. Epoxies are the cured version of epoxy resin.  An epoxide or oxirane ring is a three-membered ring containing two carbons and one oxygen. It’s highly strained and prone to ring-opening reactions with amines, hydroxyl groups,…

Meridian Adhesives Group (Meridian) announced the promotion of Brandon Willis to the position of Chief Operating Officer. In this new role, Willis will enhance the customer experience through increased operational focus and optimization. He will have direct responsibility for Meridian’s global operations and will support integration activities across all Meridian locations. Willis joined Meridian in…

JR Automation recently launched FlexChassis, a modular automation platform that expands the company’s portfolio of turnkey solutions for manufacturers. This high-speed linear chassis minimizes up-front conception, design, and assembly times to provide customers flexibility for high-speed and high-volume manufacturing. From a capabilities perspective, FlexChassis offers a wide selection of choices. Assembly capabilities can include ultrasonic…

3M has unveiled its new medical adhesive that can stick to the skin for up to 28 days and is intended for use with an array of health monitors, sensors, and long-term medical wearables. Before 2022, the standard wear time for extended medical adhesives was up to 14 days. 3M now doubles that standard to help…

DELO, a global manufacturer of industrial adhesives for the automotive, consumer electronics, and semiconductor industries, has developed a line lamp for curing adhesives and other multi-functional polymers. DELOLUX 301 offers high curing speeds and great flexibility for integration into production systems. This lamp is suitable for highly automated processes in small and narrow production lines, like…

Henkel has signed an agreement to participate in the membership program of The International Centre for Industrial Transformation (INCIT). By joining INCIT’s partner network the Adhesive Technologies business unit aims to leverage INCITs tools and frameworks to further drive the digital transformation of its operations. Henkel is the first company to join INCIT’s membership program,…

Engineers increasingly rely on adhesives as an alternative to mechanical fasteners for certain applications. Adhesives offer several advantages, including a comparatively lighter weight of the completed assembly, the need for fewer individual components, and faster production.  Several considerations should go into choosing the ideal adhesive for an application. Knowledge of the substrates, the conditions the…

The Adhesive & Sealant Council (ASC), the North American trade association dedicated to representing the adhesive industry, has launched a new website. The new look includes updated technology in an effort to better serve its members. ASC connects industry organizations and its members to the leading companies in the adhesive and sealant value chain, offering…

The global bio-based adhesives market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.85% until 2027, according to a new report from ResearchAndMarkets. The global industry is expected to witness an absolute growth of 32.85% during the forecast period. Factors like evolving emission regulation across the globe, rapid industrialization across emerging economies, and the stringent regulation to…

DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker brand will debut several new products supporting the concrete and construction industries at the World of Concrete show in Las Vegas, January 17th to 19th. DEWALT offers concrete professionals a complete line of tools, accessories, anchors, and technology to empower the pros with end-to-end solutions. The DEWALT booth will be…

SI Group, a global performance additives company, has released its inaugural Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report. The report demonstrates SI Group’s commitment to sustainability and defines its future targets as it elevates efforts to improve its social responsibility. This is SI Group’s first ESG report and serves to illustrate its ongoing work and performance…

Advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) are increasing the demand for high-resolution camera designs that can focus with greater accuracy. As a longstanding partner to the automotive industry, Henkel is continuing to develop new adhesives for lens bonding in ADAS sensors, specifically designed to meet these next-generation demands. With the launch of Loctite 3296 — a new…