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HUNTSMAN: High-Performance Adhesive Range

The ARALDITE Adhesive Core Range consists of three technologies: epoxy, acrylic, and polyurethane.

January 5, 2021

Huntsman Advanced Materials has announced the launch of its ARALDITE 2000 Adhesive Core Range, designed to help businesses across virtually every industry maximize productivity by covering up to 80% of all bonding needs, from assembling high-performance products to making repairs in tough conditions.

MACTAC: Abrasion- and Chemical-Resistant Labelstock

Known as Durafol, the thermal transfer printable polyester film reportedly enables the production of on-demand, high-performance, variably printed labels.

December 3, 2020

Expanding its LINTEC Durable Goods/Industrial Labeling product line, Mactac recently announced the addition of a polyester film labelstock with high resistance to abrasion and chemicals.

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Adhesives for Solar Panel Manufacturing

What adhesives should we use in solar panel applications?

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

November 25, 2020

Adhesives have become prevalent in solar applications to replace mechanical fasteners and welding.

MALLARD CREEK POLYMERS: APEO-Free Acrylic Polymer Emulsion

Its mechanical stability allows Rovene 6592 to be formulated for use in adhesives applications such as labels, thin packaging, lamination, and a variety of construction adhesives.

November 25, 2020

Mallard Creek Polymers has developed Rovene 6592, an alkylphenol ethoxylates (APEO)-free emulsion polymer for pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) applications.

WAUSAU COATED PRODUCTS: Transfer Tapes

The i series and T series transfer tapes are available in various calipers ranging from 1-5 mils to accommodate smooth to textured surfaces.

November 19, 2020

Wausau Coated Products has added a new product line of high-performance acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive transfer tapes.

Pressure-Sensitive Glazing Tapes for Window Fabrication

Residential and commercial window manufacturers depend on pressure-sensitive tapes to provide immediate handleability and increased throughput during fabrication.

Rick Alexander

November 12, 2020

Pressure-sensitive glazing tapes form a bond and seal between an insulated glass unit (IGU) and a framing system, window sash, or door. The term “glazing tape” is used throughout the residential and commercial fenestration industries but can mean different types of products to different end users.

DAP acrylic urethane elastomeric sealants

DAP: High-Performance Acrylic Urethane Elastomeric Sealants

DAP reports that Power Point 300 provides maximum flexibility and strong multi-material adhesion for a long-lasting, durable seal that won’t crack.

October 6, 2020

DAP has expanded its line of Power Point caulks and sealants, specifically formulated for the professional painting contractor, to include a line of high-performance acrylic urethane sealants called Power Point 300.

Arkema Increases Pricing of Acrylic Monomers in European Market

The price increase of €85 pmt (approximately $100) is effective as of September 1, 2020, or as commitments allow.

September 8, 2020

Arkema recently announced that it is increasing pricing for all grades of its acrylic monomers in the European market.

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Solvent-Based Adhesives

I was brought up using solvent-based adhesives, but they don’t seem to be as common these days. Is it just a safety issue? Are any of these adhesives still available?

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

August 4, 2020

Solvent-based adhesives were traditionally attractive systems for both industrial users and consumers. They are low-cost systems that dry quickly and frequently give high performance, particularly on plastics where the solvents soften or dissolve the surface layers.