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Designing Adhesives for Long-Wear Skin Contact Applications

Identifying the right skin-contact adhesive for long-wear applications can be challenging.

Michael Krejsa Ph.D.

May 1, 2019

The medical adhesive market continues to show strong growth year over year, with an annual growth rate of over 4%.

Fluor Opens Wales Manufacturing Facility

The facility is located in Wrexham, Wales.

September 25, 2018

Fluor Corp. recently announced it has completed the construction of a high-performance adhesives manufacturing facility.

Afera First Global Adhesive Tape Summit a Success

The conference drew more than 230 tape-related company delegates, including a significant number of CEOs and heads of R&D, from 15 European countries.

August 10, 2018

Afera, the European Adhesive Tape Association, reported its first Global Adhesive Tape Summit included a sold-out program of market and technical lectures, a company visit of Neenah Gessner GmbH, and biennial international test method and standards committee meetings.

Toyo Ink Group to Establish Production Base in Myanmar

The company plans to set up a wholly owned manufacturing subsidiary, Toyo Ink Myanmar Co. Ltd.

June 14, 2018

Toyo Ink SC Holdings Co. Ltd. recently announced plans to enter the Myanmar mark.

Peacock Named FLEXcon CFO

In her new role, Peacock will develop financial strategies, identify metrics and drive the ongoing development and monitoring of controls and systems.

January 19, 2018

FLEXcon Co. Inc. recently announced Aimee Peacock as chief financial officer (CFO), North America.

Global Bonding Films Market to Jump 9%

Among film types, epoxy films are expected to witness a higher growth rate during the forecasted period.

January 3, 2018

The global bonding films market is expected to grow from $632.41 million in 2016 to reach $1218.14 million by 2023.

Mactac Films Receive UL Approval

The pre-approval reportedly demonstrates label suitability and compliance with ANSI/UL 969 testing standards.

December 20, 2017

Mactac® recently announced the addition of DNP Imagingcomm America Corp.’s R550 thermal transfer ribbon to its existing portfolio of Underwriters Laboratories (UL)-approved films.

Case Study

Creating a Better Bond with Laminated Coil

OEMs turn to custom formulators to solve complex adhesion problems with laminated coil and sheet metals.

October 20, 2017

For manufacturers that use flat-rolled steel, aluminum and other metals to fabricate parts or products, the ability to bond decorative foils and laminate films to the substrate provides an opportunity to deliver attractive finishes for a competitive edge. Decorative finishes include the look of stainless steel, brushed copper, and wood grains, as well as a variety of colors, imprints, and gloss grades. Laminate films can also serve a functional purpose by providing scratch or chemical resistance.

Flexible Plastic Packaging Market to Grow 5%

Market growth in flexible plastic packaging is due to an increase in manufacturing activities and rising demand for conveniently packaged products.

July 3, 2017

The flexible packaging market is projected to expand from $102.19 billion in 2017 to $131.65 billion by 2022, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2%, according to a recent report from MarketsandMarkets™. Demand is growing for the global flexible plastic packaging market due to an increase in manufacturing activities and rising demand for conveniently packaged products.