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Epoxy Adhesives in the Automobile Industry

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100

This article will first review the general requirements for adhesives in the auto industry. It will then focus on the two main characteristics of modern epoxy adhesives that provide the greatest value to the industry: cure compatibility with other... (Article)

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Bonding Outdoor Floor Coverings

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Adhesives are used across the world to fasten down outdoor floor coverings, including indoor-outdoor carpets that essentially become part of a garden. As with conventional carpets styrene-butadiene rubber based adhesives are well-established,... (Article)

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Overmolding – Adhesion without Adhesives

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100

Today’s editorial discusses the process of overmolding. Overmolding allows two different materials to be combined into one part without adhesives to improve appearance or durability. Although adhesives are not necessary, adhesion is critical. ... (Editorial)

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Bonding Leather

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100

This article reviews the characteristics of leather as an adhesive substrate and points out why there can be much variability in leather bonding. It also describes the adhesives that are commonly used with leather and the application requirements of... (Article)

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How Bond Dimensions Affect Joint Strength

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100

This article reviews the consequences of bond width, length, and thickness as well as other important factors such as substrate surface roughness, holes and other discontinuities in the bond, and joint edge effects. For a given adhesive and adherend,... (Article)

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Thermal Interface Adhesives

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100

In many engineering applications, especially in modern electronics, it's crucial to remove heat from key components. Adhesives can help achieve this, but to gain the optimum thermal interface careful choices must be made. Selecting an adhesive that... (Article)

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Paper Vs. Film Labels and Their Effect on Adhesive Choice

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100

This article will review the reasons for the increasing trend to plastic labels over paper. The new materials and application methods will be discussed in relation to this topic. New methods of labeling such as in-mold and shrink sleeve are also... (Article)

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Packaging Relies Heavily on Adhesives and Vice-Versa

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100

This editorial reviews the close relationship between the packaging industry and the adhesives industry. This relationship is likely to continue and lead the way to many future developments in both industries.The worldwide size of the adhesives and... (Editorial)

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Sustainable Building Trends Require New Adhesives and Sealants

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100

This article reviews the effect that the sustainable buildings movement has on the adhesives and sealants industry. The motivation and barriers to using such adhesives will be discussed as will some of the newer products being developed or... (Article)

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Animal, Vegetable or Mineral?

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100

This editorial looks at natural feedstock as a source of adhesives. These bioadhesives have contributed substantially to the growth of the adhesive industry and to the growth of society in general. Tomorrow, they could well provide the key to the... (Editorial)

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Sustainable Packaging Lamination Adhesives

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100

When surveyed in recent years, manufacturers and consumers have overwhelmingly shown that the environmental impact of packaging is a growing concern. For laminating applications, a strong case can be made that adhesives minimize this impact. While... (Article)

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The Many Stakeholders to the Adhesives and Sealants Industry

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100

When one looks at the many types of stakeholders in the adhesives and sealants industry, it becomes readily apparent why this industry is important to the world. The industries that are most affected by adhesives and sealants are examined. The base... (Editorial)

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Adhesives for Skin Contact

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100

This article reviews the use of pressure sensitive adhesives for skin contact applications. The requirements as well as the various types of commercially available adhesives that are commonly used are discussed. Typical applications for PSAs in the... (Article)

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Basic Principles of Testing and Sources of Variability

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100

This article reviews the basic principles of using standard test methods. The effect of testing variables and other precautionary concerns are noted with regard to two of the most common test methods – tensile shear and peel. Tests on finished bonds... (Article)

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Adhesive Films for Touchscreens

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0200

Touch screen electronics are becoming increasingly desirable. Manufacturers rely heavily on adhesives to assemble of the two layers that comprise the main touch screen. However, efforts are still ongoing to reduce waste of adhesives in touch screen... (Article)

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Fire Regulations and Transportation Adhesives

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0200

This article provides guidance with regard to fire regulations and testing. Focus is on the contribution of the adhesive systems that may be used in constructing the component or system under evaluation. Adhesives often have a secondary but... (Article)

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Thermoset vs Thermoplastic Adhesives in Electronic Applications

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0200

As electronics get smaller adhesives must provide reliably secure bonds produced using ever less material to form the bond. There is also less space for channeling heat, while ironically today's fastest chips operate ever warmer. Correctly selecting... (Article)

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When Stress, Temperature, and Humidity All Come at Once

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0200

This article reviews past studies that indicate that a service environment consisting of stress, moderately high temperature, and moisture is highly degrading to most adhesive systems. Several adhesives are suggested for use where maximum... (Article)

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Reversible Adhesive “De-Bonds” in an Instant

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0200

This editorial describes a new adhesive that debonds when exposed to an external magnetic field. The new technology could have significant environmental implications. Why is it so difficult to design an adhesive to debond? After all, if we are... (Editorial)

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Dental Adhesives

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0200

Adhesive materials are used in dentistry because they are relatively easy to use and blend in well with teeth. While closely related to conventional adhesives, the unusual environment and substrates place very specific demands on the materials used... (Article)

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