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Learn more about the science and chemistry of adhesives and sealants, their best uses and benefits, explore specific markets, read about the latest innovations and news from the industry, access online training, download selection guides and white papers, engage with the industry supply chain, and so much more!

Each Year on September 29th We Celebrate Adhesives & Sealants!

Adhesives & Sealants 101

The science, technologies, applications, fastening & bonding, benefits, markets, standards, and more.

Major Markets

Building & Construction, Transportation, Paperboard & Packaging, Assembly Operations, Consumer/DIY, and more.

Resources & Tools

White papers & selection guides, standards, product sourcing tool, classification manuals, and more.

Innovations & News

The latest news from the adhesive & sealant industry including new products, innovations, research, and more.

Online Training

Comprehensive webinars on the technologies, chemistries, market uses, latest developments, and more.

Industry Events

In person national and regional events hosted by ASC, the industry’s U.S. based trade association.

Videos

Adhesive & sealant how-to videos, new product introductions, market solutions, innovations, and more.

Ask an Expert

Ask the adhesive & sealant  community a technical, application, or product use question on LinkedIn.

How Does ‘Glue’ Work?

James May Explains Adhesives!

Glue (AKA adhesives) is a simple concept – it sticks things together – but how it works is very scientific and quite complex. James May does a bang up job of explaining it all.

Webinars & Short Courses

We offer valuable technical and business training opportunities through the Industry’s Training Academy including:

  • Adhesives & Sealants 101
  • Core adhesive and sealant technologies
  • Advanced materials & bonding
  • Business trends & strategic drivers
  • Regulatory updates
  • And much more!

Adhesive & Sealant White Papers and Selection Guides

Download technical white papers and selection guides for core technologies and major markets including:

  • Electric Vehicles – Battery & Hybrid
  • OEM Automotive Body Shop
  • OEM Automotive Paint Shop, Trim and Final Assembly
  • Chemical Management & Sustainability in Retail Channels
  • Adhesives & Joining in Land Transportation
  • Light Vehicles – Ops & Outlook
  • Heavy Duty Trucks & Buses – Ops & Outlook
  • And more releases each year

Industry News & Innovations

Learn about innovations in the adhesive & sealant industry, new products and service announcements, supply chain updates, product advancements and application solutions in core markets:

  • Building & Construction
  • Transportation (cars, trucks, aerospace, rail)
  • Paperboard & Packaging
  • Consumer & DIY
  • Assembly Operations
  • And many more!

Adhesive & Sealant Sourcing

Looking for the right adhesive or sealant solution for your application? Try the Adhesive & Sealant Council’s online Buyer’s Marketplace.

This directory tool serves as a quick and efficient way for end users and industry manufacturers to find the right adhesive or sealant solution and the right partner for their application needs. Users can narrow their directory search by market segment, technology, raw materials, equipment or service needs.