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Case Study: Corrugated Converter "Sticks It" to High Costs

An automated gluing system reduces labor by 80% and cuts glue usage by two-thirds.

January 2, 2014

The Gibson Box Co. has produced corrugated pallets, build-ups and other packaging products since 1999, but company President David Gibson would turn back the clock four years if he could.

Ask Dr. Dave: How should I choose between an acrylic adhesive and an epoxy?

Dave Dunn's January 2014 column.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

January 2, 2014

Both types of adhesives are very versatile; the choice depends on your operating environments and manufacturing situation.

Common Problems with Common Tests

Understanding manufacturer instructions and test standards can help prevent problems when testing to industry standards.

Amy Peterson

January 2, 2014

Testing to industry standards provides repeatable methods for comparison and quality assurance purposes.

New Home Production Tops 1 Million in November

January 2, 2014

Nationwide housing production rose 22.7% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.09 million in November.

Sika Names Paczesny Customer Service Representative

December 31, 2013

Sika Industry Target Market USA recently announced the appointment of new personnel in the Customer Service group.

2013 Recap: “Interesting Times”

The adhesives and sealants industry saw lots of acquisitions and consolidations, as well as some great new technologies come into play this year.

Susan Sutton

December 30, 2013

Be sure to look at our various recap stories.

HENKEL CORP.: Polymer Adhesives

December 30, 2013

The flexible elastomeric adhesives reportedly provide high-strength bonds in rigorous applications where stress and vibration can compromise the performance of more rigid adhesives.

Speth Named Evans Adhesive Research Chemist

December 30, 2013

Evans Adhesive Corp. recently announced the hiring of David Speth, Ph.D., as a research chemist.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Readers Most Interested in Bostik Personnel Announcement

This weekly roundup highlights the news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week.

Susan Sutton

December 23, 2013

A personnel announcement regarding Bostik Marketing drew the most interest last week.

PPG Expands Aerospace Business Operations in Japan

December 23, 2013

PPG Industries recently announced it has expanded its aerospace business operations in Japan with the relocation of its application support center to a site in Miyoshi.