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Solving Challenges in Electric Vehicle Batteries with Pressure-Sensitive Tapes

The electric vehicle space is an area that will provide a tremendous opportunity to converters and others working with high-performance, pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tapes.

Scott Krusinski

August 9, 2021

Automakers are investing heavily in electric vehicle (EV) technology and are setting long-term goals for phasing out internal combustion engines. This strategic shift is driven by government policy, long-term competitiveness, and innovations in lithium-ion technology and production that have extended the EV driving range and reduced battery pack costs.

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Sika Acquisition Dominates the News

News from Sika regarding its acquisition of Hydrotech drew a significant amount of reader attention last week.

Susan Sutton

August 2, 2021

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Seven Ways Adhesives Push Electric Vehicle Design Forward

Adhesives offer significant advancements in electric vehicle safety, cost, durability, and performance.

Andreas Lutz Ph.D.

August 2, 2021

The transformation of the world’s vehicles from internal combustion engines (ICEs) to electric vehicles (EVs) relies in large part on what holds the vehicles together—namely, adhesives.

North American Printed Circuit Board Industry Sales Show Strong Growth in June

Total North American PCB shipments in June 2021 were up 6.3% compared to the same month last year.

July 28, 2021

IPC recently announced the June 2021 findings from its North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program.

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Arkema Investment in Verkor is Top News

Readers last week were most interested in Arkema’s investment in France-based Verkor.

Susan Sutton

July 26, 2021

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DELO high-temperature-resistant adhesive

DELO: High-Temperature-Resistant Structural Adhesive

The high-temperature-resistant adhesive has been optimized for bonding magnets in electric motors.

July 20, 2021

DELO has launched DELO MONOPOX HT2999, a structural adhesive with high temperature stability.

DuPont Completes Laird Performance Materials Acquisition

Laird Performance Materials will be integrated into DuPont Electronics & Industrial’s Interconnect Solutions business.

July 19, 2021

DuPont announced that the company has successfully completed its acquisition of Laird Performance Materials.

Arkema Acquires Stake in Battery Producer Verkor

Arkema contributed several million euros to Verkor’s recent €100 million (approximately $118.7 million) round of fundraising.

July 14, 2021

Arkema recently announced that it has become a shareholder and technological partner of Verkor, a French startup specializing in the production of high-performance batteries.

Dow to Expand Capacities for Numerous Silicone-Based Products

Capacity expansions are planned in the company’s Consumer Solutions and Polyurethanes & Construction Chemicals businesses.

July 12, 2021

Dow recently announced a series of incremental, high-return capacity expansions to support growing demand across key end markets.

U.S. Electronics Manufacturers May Exit the Defense Market Due to Costs Associated with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification

Over one-third (33%) of respondents to an industry survey conducted by IPC say the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification will weaken the U.S. defense electronics industrial base, while 18% are unsure.

June 25, 2021

In a recent IPC industry survey and report, 24% of electronic manufacturers say the costs and burdens of compliance with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification may force them out of the U.S. Department of Defense’s supply chain.