Amid a dizzying array of product performance requirements, standards, regulations, and engineering and cost limitations, manufacturers of adhesives and sealants for interiors must dedicate themselves to formulating high-performance products that are both safe and acceptable to demanding markets. 

In 2001, the trucking industry experienced some major problems when increased pollution controls raised under-hood temperatures and caused failures in big rigs, specifically in the tractor-trailers’ turbocharger systems. 

Recovery within the adhesives and sealants industry appears increasingly favorable as the U.S. macro backdrop improves. 

Founded in 1987, the company has developed more than 1,000 unique standard products.

Choosing the right controlled stress rheometer and spindle can help manufacturers analyze yield stress and creep.

A well-designed testing program will repay your investment with additional margin points and reduced material claims.
 

Multiple high-quality tape solutions are available for appliance manufacturers. 

Emerald Kalama Chemical opens new technical center, marks 50 years of operation in Kalama, WA.

WACKER introduces a new VAE dispersion for difficult-to-bond surfaces in paper and packaging.
 

Scientists bond to find solutions that will stick.