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Conductive Bioglue Research Points to New Options for Implantable Devices and Tissue Repair
Conductive Bioglue Research Points to New Options for Implantable Devices and Tissue Repair Researchers at POSTECH and Pukyong National University have developed a conductive bioglue designed to adhere in wet internal body environments while also...
EPA Review of 1,3-Butadiene Highlights Worker Safety Considerations
EPA Review of 1,3-Butadiene Highlights Worker Safety Considerations The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has completed a risk evaluation of 1,3-butadiene, identifying potential health risks for workers exposed to the chemical in certain...
Bio-Based Butyl Acrylate Initiative Expands Renewable Raw Material Options
Bio-Based Butyl Acrylate Initiative Expands Renewable Raw Material Options Synthomer and Godavari Biorefineries Limited have announced a collaboration to commercialize bio-based butyl acrylate derived from renewable feedstocks. According to the...
Antimicrobial UV-Cured Hot-Melt Adhesives Target Medical Device and Packaging Applications
Antimicrobial UV-Cured Hot-Melt Adhesives Target Medical Device and Packaging Applications UV-cured hot-melt adhesives are being used in medical and industrial applications where hygiene, chemical resistance, and durability are required. According...
EcoVadis Assessment Highlights Progress in WACKER’s Sustainability Programs
EcoVadis Assessment Highlights Progress in WACKER’s Sustainability Programs WACKER has announced that its most recent EcoVadis sustainability assessment resulted in a score of 79 out of 100, up from 77 in the previous year. According to the...
Sika Acquisition of Finja Expected to Expand Product Availability in Nordic Construction Markets
Sika Acquisition of Finja Expected to Expand Product Availability in Nordic Construction Markets Sika has announced an agreement to acquire Finja, a Swedish manufacturer of mortars and facade systems, in a move that is expected to broaden product...
Bio-Based Butyl Acrylate Initiative Targets Lower-Carbon Raw Materials Supply
Bio-Based Butyl Acrylate Initiative Targets Lower-Carbon Raw Materials Supply Synthomer has entered into a partnership with Godavari Biorefineries Limited to commercialize bio-based butyl acrylate, offering an alternative to conventional...
Henkel Acquisition of Stahl Expands Access to Specialty Coatings for Flexible Materials
Henkel Acquisition of Stahl Expands Access to Specialty Coatings for Flexible Materials Henkel has announced an agreement to acquire Stahl, a supplier of specialty coatings used in flexible materials across sectors such as automotive, apparel, and...
Centennial Milestone Highlights Expanded Product Access for Concrete and Building Envelope Markets
Centennial Milestone Highlights Expanded Product Access for Concrete and Building Envelope Markets W. R. MEADOWS, INC. has marked its 100th year in business, a milestone that reflects the company’s expansion from a single-product supplier in 1926...
Multi-Surface Sealant and Adhesive Enters U.S. Market Following UK Adoption
Multi-Surface Sealant and Adhesive Enters U.S. Market Following UK Adoption Bostik has launched OB1® Multi-Surface Construction Sealant and Adhesive in the United States, expanding availability of a product that the company reports has been widely...
Henkel Acquisition of ATP Expands Access to Water-Based Specialty Tape Technologies
Henkel Acquisition of ATP Expands Access to Water-Based Specialty Tape Technologies Henkel has announced an agreement to acquire ATP adhesive systems AG, a Switzerland-based producer of water-based specialty adhesive tapes. According to the...
Reusable Adhesive Dispensing System Targets Performance Consistency and Waste Reduction
Reusable Adhesive Dispensing System Targets Performance Consistency and Waste Reduction Big Dog Adhesives has introduced RELOAD™, a reusable adhesive dispensing platform intended to support consistent delivery of two-component structural adhesives...
New Methacrylate Adhesive For Interior and Exterior Surface Fabrication Applications
New Methacrylate Adhesive For Interior and Exterior Surface Fabrication Applications Integra Adhesives has introduced Horizon™, a two-part methacrylate adhesive intended for use across both interior and exterior surface fabrication applications....
Henkel-U.S. Soccer Partnership Brings Youth Soccer Programs and Community Initiatives
Henkel-U.S. Soccer Partnership Brings Youth Soccer Programs and Community Initiatives Henkel North America has extended its partnership with the U.S. Soccer Federation to support expanded youth soccer programming and related community efforts...
Brand Integration of TRP Coatings Under SOPREMA Name Affects Market Visibility and Product Access
Brand Integration of TRP Coatings Under SOPREMA Name Affects Market Visibility and Product Access SOPREMA U.S. has completed the transition of the Tropical Roofing Products (TRP) coatings and roof maintenance line into the SOPREMA brand, an update...
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Adhesives and Sealants in Battery and Hybrid Electric Vehicles White Paper
Adhesives and sealants are critical to increasing the durability of countless products we use and rely on every day. From sealing sensitive components against contaminants and decreasing fatigue on bonded materials to adding strength to cutting-edge materials during manufacturing and eliminating corrosion to extend the life of finished goods, adhesives and sealants improve the durability of end use products and essential components in complex fabrications.
Adhesive and Sealant Selection Guide for OEM Paint, Trim and Final Assembly Shops
Adhesives and sealants are critical to increasing the durability of countless products we use and rely on every day. From sealing sensitive components against contaminants and decreasing fatigue on bonded materials to adding strength to cutting-edge materials during manufacturing and eliminating corrosion to extend the life of finished goods, adhesives and sealants improve the durability of end use products and essential components in complex fabrications.
Adhesives and Joining Methods in Land Transportation White Paper
Adhesives and sealants are critical to increasing the durability of countless products we use and rely on every day. From sealing sensitive components against contaminants and decreasing fatigue on bonded materials to adding strength to cutting-edge materials during manufacturing and eliminating corrosion to extend the life of finished goods, adhesives and sealants improve the durability of end use products and essential components in complex fabrications.
Adhesive and Sealant Selection Guide for OEM Body Shops
Adhesives and sealants are critical to increasing the durability of countless products we use and rely on every day. From sealing sensitive components against contaminants and decreasing fatigue on bonded materials to adding strength to cutting-edge materials during manufacturing and eliminating corrosion to extend the life of finished goods, adhesives and sealants improve the durability of end use products and essential components in complex fabrications.
Adhesive Opportunity and Outlook in Light Vehicles White Paper
Adhesives and sealants are critical to increasing the durability of countless products we use and rely on every day. From sealing sensitive components against contaminants and decreasing fatigue on bonded materials to adding strength to cutting-edge materials during manufacturing and eliminating corrosion to extend the life of finished goods, adhesives and sealants improve the durability of end use products and essential components in complex fabrications.
Adhesive Opportunity and Outlook in Heavy Duty Trucks and Buses White Paper
Adhesives and sealants are critical to increasing the durability of countless products we use and rely on every day. From sealing sensitive components against contaminants and decreasing fatigue on bonded materials to adding strength to cutting-edge materials during manufacturing and eliminating corrosion to extend the life of finished goods, adhesives and sealants improve the durability of end use products and essential components in complex fabrications.
Explore the Cars, Trucks & Buses Sub-Market
The cars, trucks & buses market is a sub-segment of the transportation market. Manufacturers use adhesives and sealants widely to decrease weight (lightweighting using adhesive bonding vs. mechanical fasteners), increase durability, manufacturing efficiencies, aesthetics, comfort, sustainability, and to comply with various regulations.
Retail (Consumer/DIY) Market White Papers & Selection Guides...
Adhesives and Sealants Chemical Management and Sustainability in Retail Markets (Consumer/DIY)
Adhesives and sealants are critical to increasing the durability of countless products we use and rely on every day. From sealing sensitive components against contaminants and decreasing fatigue on bonded materials to adding strength to cutting-edge materials during manufacturing and eliminating corrosion to extend the life of finished goods, adhesives and sealants improve the durability of end use products and essential components in complex fabrications.
Explore the Retail (Consumer/DIY) Market
One of the most important things to know about the Consumer/Do-It-Yourself (DIY) market is that there is NO one adhesive that can do it all. Despite what the advertiser may say, one must be a careful consumer to select the right adhesive for the job. Several categories of adhesives exist in the marketplace today, including Multi-purpose, Instant Glue, Wood Glue and One and Two-Part Adhesives.
































