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Innovations in Curing Adhesives and Sealants

RadTech 2018 will include 100 presentations on the latest UV and EB technologies, as well as an exhibition.

May 1, 2018

RadTech 2018, the biennial global conference on the ultraviolet (UV) and electro-beam (EB) curing industry, will take place May 7-9 in Rosemont, Ill. The three-day conference will include more than 100 presentations detailing the latest information in UV and EB technology, including 3D printing, UV LEDs, packaging/printing, automotive markets, flooring, and more. In addition, a global market overview session will take place. In this session, representatives from leading companies will present market overview data from North America, China, and Europe.

Foam Expo North America Show Wrapup

The second annual Foam Expo event attracted international interest with an expo and conference program.

May 1, 2018

The second annual Foam Expo and Conference took place March 6-8 in Novi, Mich. The event featured 291 exhibitors displaying cutting-edge technologies and concepts to 4,859 visitors who spanned the technical foam manufacturing supply chain. The event attracted considerable international interest, with attendees flying in from Mexico, Japan and China, as well as the U.S. and Canada.

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ASC Announces Innovation Award Winners

Bostik received the primary award, which was presented to Darius Deak, global R&D director, nonwovens.

April 30, 2018

The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) recently announced the recipients of its second annual Innovation Awards.

Strategic Solutions

Beyond Adhesion: Disruptive Innovation’s Impact in Transportation Adhesives

Part two of this series compares consumption trends in automotive powertrain adhesives and sealants to those of pure electric drivetrains.

Aggie Lotz Daniel S. Murad

April 6, 2018

In internal combustion (IC) engines, epoxy, silicone and UV/visible light-curing formulations offer enhanced capabilities and speed productivity to meet OEM and tier suppliers’ requirements. Significant innovations in gasketing, impregnation compounds, and bonding and potting can improve overall performance for automotive assembly applications.

Editor's Memo

Collaborating for Success in the Adhesives and Sealants Industry

Teamwork among departments can ensure business success in multiple settings.

Teresa McPherson

April 2, 2018

The issue you are holding in your hands (whether a physical copy or virtual on an electronic device) is the result of the collaboration of a number of people in various locations around the globe—many of whom have never met!

Introduction to Farnesene-Based Polyols for Adhesives and Sealants Formulation

A new hydrophobic polyol derived from a renewable source offers lower viscosity than hydroxyl-terminated polybutadienes (HTPBs) of the same molecular weight.

Herbert Chao Steve Henning Nan Tian Tomas Trnka

April 2, 2018

Hydroxyl-terminated polybutadiene (HTPB) resins are known to have a higher viscosity than polyether polyols of the same molecular weight. A new hydrophobic polyol derived from renewable resources, namely polyfarnesene diol, has been developed having lower viscosity than the HTPBs of the same molecular weight.

From the ASC President: Gather with the Adhesives and Sealants Industry in Miami

The ASC 2018 Annual Spring Convention and Expo provides opportunities to learn, share, and network with industry professionals.

Bill Allmond

April 2, 2018

I am pleased to share exciting details about the ASC 2018 Annual Spring Convention and Expo. As you know, this annual event is the largest U.S. gathering of adhesive and sealant professionals.

FEICA Announces Keynote Speakers

The business forum plans to explore the implications of the digital age for business and strive to identify practical strategies that will help adhesive and sealant companies to succeed in this new era.

March 29, 2018

FEICA recently announced the keynote speakers in the business forum “Adhesives and Sealants in the digital age,” taking place during the 2018 European Adhesive & Sealant Conference and Expo.

Global Adhesive Tape Summit Announced

The event has a working program built around 26 lectures by industry experts.

March 28, 2018

Afera, the European Adhesive Tape Association, recently announced its launch of the 1st Global Adhesive Tape Summit.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Again, H.B. Fuller’s Restructuring Announcement Sparks Most Reader Interest

H.B. Fuller held onto the number-one spot with its restructuring announcement.

Teresa McPherson

March 26, 2018

This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week on our website, as well as our eNewsletter and social media platforms.