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Automotive and Electronics Industries Expected to Propel Adhesive Tapes Market through 2027

The automotive industry is projected to represent the fastest-growing segment of the global adhesive tapes market from 2019-2027.

July 13, 2020

The global market for adhesive tapes is projected to grow at a CAGR of more than 6.5% from 2019-2027, reaching a value of $111 billion.

DOW: Primerless Silicone Adhesive

According to Dow, this new adhesive cures at room temperature and provides fast adhesion for shorter cycle times.

June 30, 2020

Dow recently introduced its new DOWSIL™ EA-3838 Fast Adhesive, a primerless silicone adhesive that cures rapidly without oven heat for improved productivity and reduced energy usage in the manufacture of appliances, automotive electronics, lighting, and avionics.

IPC and Automotive Industry Action Group Enhance Partnership Agreement

With electronic systems expected to reach 50% of the total car cost by 2030, electronics companies are of critical importance in the automotive supply chain.

June 26, 2020

To reinforce the importance of quality in process and manufacturing, standardization for supply chain effectiveness, and industry advancement, IPC and the Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) recently renewed their cooperative agreement.

Understanding Carbonic Cleaning for Adhesive Bonding Applications

Bonding in automotive, aerospace, and other assembly operations can be improved through effective surface pretreatment technologies such as carbonic cleaning.

Ahsan Anwar

Paul Botelho

June 3, 2020

Cleaning and surface pretreatment are directly related in many industries. Traditional pretreatment methods such as alcohol wiping or air nozzles are used to clean off contaminants and prepare surfaces for adhesion.

MACTAC: Heat-Resistant Labels

The labels are designed for barcode applications such as circuit boards, electronics, automotive components, and appliances.

May 28, 2020

Mactac recently announced the launch of heat-resistant labels that can reportedly withstand temperatures as high as 572˚F.

Strong Growth Projected for Global Car Sharing Market

Increasing at a CAGR of over 16%, the car sharing market is estimated to see incremental growth of $7.65 billion by 2024.

May 20, 2020

The car sharing market is likely to experience steady growth from 2020-2024 because of stringent government regulations regarding emission control and increasing investments in car sharing by automobile manufacturers.

DELO epoxy resin for additive manufacturing

DELO: Epoxy Resins for Additive Manufacturing Applications

Ideal for use in automotive and microelectronic applications, DELO’s epoxy resins have reportedly been optimized specifically for industrial 3D printing applications.

May 19, 2020

DELO recently announced that it has developed light-curing epoxy resins that create new possibilities for liquid additive manufacturing.

Avery Dennison Performance Polymers website

AVERY DENNISON PERFORMANCE POLYMERS: Updated Website

Avery Dennison reports that the site is designed for everyone from engineers to buyers in companies that manufacture pressure-sensitive products used in automotive, building and construction, electronics, general industrial, graphics and signage, labels and packaging, and medical applications.

April 28, 2020

Avery Dennison Performance Polymers has launched a more dynamic website with enhanced functionality and improved product selection and search features.

Advancing Adhesives

Making Adhesives Tougher with Weaker Bonds

Researchers have found that adding sacrificial weak bonds can improve the toughness of an adhesive system.

April 21, 2020

How do you make adhesives for electronics, vehicles, and construction tougher? By making them weaker.

U.S. DOT and EPA Issue Final Rule on Fuel Economy Standards

The final rule will increase stringency of CAFE and carbon dioxide emissions standards by 1.5% each year through model year 2026.

April 13, 2020

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently released the final Safer Affordable Fuel-Efficient (SAFE) Vehicles Rule, setting corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) and carbon dioxide emissions standards for model years 2021-2026 for passenger cars and light trucks.