Formulated to conform to highly intricate metal and plastic components, Fermapor K31 is a product line of two-component, crosslinking polyurethane formed-in-place foam sealants.
As part of the transaction, the manufacturing operations, sterilization services, warehouse facilities, R&D and regulatory support functions located in Gargrave have been transferred to Scapa Healthcare.
October 8, 2018
Scapa Healthcare recently announced it has completed the acquisition of the Systagenix manufacturing facility located in Gargrave, England.
Construction and building-related end uses make up approximately 25% of the market value for adhesives and sealants in the U.S.
October 5, 2018
The global market for adhesives and sealants in 2017 reached 34 billion dry lbs, valued at $59 billion. North America represented approximately 30% of the global market.
Two grades of Zytel HTN and two automotive adhesives composite bonding adhesives where selected.
October 4, 2018
Dow DuPont recently announced the 2018 R&D 100 Awards program has named four finalists from the new DuPont transportation and advanced polymers portfolio.
This growth is reportedly primarily driven by the increasing demand from the packaging sector and stringent regulations for conventional adhesives in the U.S.
October 2, 2018
The market for bio-based adhesives and sealants is expected to register a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.49%.
Industrial assembly and decorating operations are increasing their use of atmospheric plasma and flame surface treaters to improve adhesive bonding. These safe and green technologies activate surfaces to enable stronger bonds with plastics, composites, wood, glass and metal surfaces.