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Ask Dr. Dave

The two-component epoxy we're using in a metal assembly operation on small parts doesn't cure fast enough. Can you help?

Dave Dunn's May 2018 column.

May 18, 2018

The probable reason for your problem is the ultraviolet (UV) transparency of the plastic and the fact that epoxy bonds are not very UV resistant. Even epoxy coatings are not recommended for outdoor applications because they discolor under UV.

BYK: Additives

May 8, 2018

The products can provide users with two new process additives that interact in synchronization.

Gabriel Performance Products Acquires Royce International

The acquisition of Royce reportedly expands Gabriel’s offerings of solutions for the coatings, adhesives, and composites markets.

April 10, 2018

Gabriel Performance Products recently announced the acquisition of Royce International, a supplier of specialty epoxy resins, diluents, curing agents, and additives.

Fosnough Appointed Epoxy Interest Group Managing Director

Fosnough will be responsible for all operations of the Epoxy Interest Group of the Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute.

January 29, 2018

The Epoxy Interest Group recently announced that Pete Fosnough has been appointed managing director.

TECHSIL: Medical-Grade Potting Epoxy

January 23, 2018

Epoxy-based adhesive Structalit® 8801 has been added to this company’s line of medical-grade adhesives.

Ask Dr. Dave

Can you comment on the stresses created by structural adhesive bonding?

Dave Dunn's January 2018 column.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

January 12, 2018

The primary forces are shrinkage of the adhesive on curing and large differences in thermal expansion coefficients between the substrates and the adhesive. High stresses can cause delamination of bonds or damage to the substrates, such as glass cracking.

TECHSIL: Epoxy Adhesive

December 12, 2017

Vitralit® UC 6686 is a light-curable epoxy adhesive.

Ask Dr. Dave

I use epoxy sticks; are silicone adhesives and sealants in a similar form available?

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

December 1, 2017

Dave Dunn's December 2017 column.

HENKEL: Structural Adhesives

July 28, 2017

The adhesives are powered by a patented hybrid technology that combines attributes of structural, instant and epoxy adhesives, bond strength, speed and durability.

High-Temperature Sealants Market to Be Worth $3.56 Billion by 2022

The high-temperature sealants market is witnessing moderate growth suggested to be due to their extreme temperature resistant properties, the increasing production of automobiles, and increasing demand from emerging economies.

July 21, 2017

The high-temperature sealants market was valued at $2.71 billion in 2016 and is projected to reach $3.56 billion by 2022.