The Loctite® AssureCure™ System lets you quantitatively and cost effectively assess the degree of cure of light-cure adhesives.  A simple in-line process, it includes new adhesive technology, fiber optic light sources, a light detector unit, and software that tie into your PC or PLC. The system will confirm cure inline on 100% of production in…

Thermally conductive epoxy system helps mitigate the issues associated with tightly packed components and miniature electronic circuits. With a thermal conductivity over 22 BTU/in/ft²/hr/ºF and serviceability from -60 to 400°F, EP21ANHT is also an electrical insulator. This two-component adhesive,sealant, and coating has a 1 to 1 mix ratio by weight or volume and offers room…

The EP21ARHT two-component epoxy resist chemicals, fuels, and acids. It can be used to coat and line storage tanks, piping, scrubbers, and processing equipment. It can withstand immersion to 96-98% sulfuric acid and 20% hydrochloric acid for more than a year. It cures at room temperature with minimal shrinkage, or more rapidly at elevated temperatures.…

Reprint Info >> Advances in cyanoacrylate technology have led to the development of a variety of adhesives offering performance and process improvements for device manufacturers. Here’s what you need to know. In an ongoing search for ways to design lower cost, lighter weight, more durable products, manufacturers are increasingly substituting plastic components for parts once…

Arlington Heights, IL — Composites One announced a distribution agreement with Zyvex Performance Materials (ZPM). Composites One will be distributing ZPM’s Epovex, Epovex Adhesive and Arovex products. Zyvex Performance Materials (ZPM) supply advanced resin systems for the Outerlimits 2010 line of high performance powerboats. Epovex® is a new line of liquid epoxy resins from ZPM.…

Rocky Hill, CT — A new 10-page, full-color brochure from Henkel Corporation, the Loctite® Threadlocking User’s Guide, provides detailed information on anaerobic threadlocking adhesives and their advantages over mechanical locking devices for preventing fastener loosening. The literature highlights the company’s line of Loctite® threadlocking adhesives, and uses text, illustrations and images to explain how and…

HACKENSACK, NJ –  For outstanding, high performance bonding strength to both similar and dissimilar substrates, Master Bond Polymer Supreme 46HT-2 was developed. This two component adhesive features high temperature resistance along with superior toughness and strength. It has excellent durability, thermal cycling and shock capabilities, as well as superb electrical insulation properties. With a balance…

Rocky Hill, CN – Henkel Corporation has announced dates for the first Loctite® Medical Device Adhesive Training Workshops of 2010. These comprehensive programs address topics specifically related to the design and assembly of medical devices, including proper joint design for adhesive assembly, selecting the appropriate adhesive technology, and processing-equipment requirements. The first two 2010 Loctite®…

Hackensack, NJ – Designed to replace rivets and spot welds in metal lap joints, structural adhesive Supreme 11HT produces tough and high strength bonds having excellent shear and peel strengths. Master Bond’s innovative metal bonding adhesive is formulated for service from -100°F to over 400°F. It offers superior resistance to impact, thermal shock, vibration and…

Material suppliers create products at an amazing rate. It seems like nearly every day, I receive news about new epoxies, plastics, metals, and adhesives. They are as varied as the applications for which they can be used. Here is a sample of a few new products that have been recently launched to the marketplace. Maybe…