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Q&A About Polyurethanes: September 2013

What approaches can be used to achieve excellent performance at elevated temperatures?

September 5, 2013

I am developing an adhesive for an application that requires heat resistance greater than 80°C. A formulation based on a waterborne polyurethane polymer currently provides the best adhesion to the substrate and is a fit for the application process. What approaches can be used to achieve the required level of elevated temperature performance?

Archway Sales Named Polyurethanes Distributor for BASF

September 5, 2013

BASF recently announced it has appointed Archway Sales Inc. as a distributor for polyurethane chemicals to the CASE market in the Ohio valley.

Aligning Adhesive Price and Performance

Knowing a few basic distinctions among adhesives could help manufacturers save money and extend the life of their products.

Kurt Schramer

September 4, 2013

For technical applications that require some form of adhesion, pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) usually offer the best value, given their affordability, ease of use and clean application, when compared to alternative bonding options like mechanical fasteners or liquid adhesives.

Building Industry Knowledge: Preview of the ASC Fall Convention and Expo

On October 21-23, the Adhesive and Sealant Council will hold its biannual convention in Minneapolis.

September 4, 2013

Industry professionals will be exposed to new trends, technologies and topical expertise at the Adhesive and Sealant Council’s (ASC) Fall Convention & Expo, which will take place next month at the Hilton Minneapolis in Minneapolis.

Editor’s Memo: Continual Evolution

Pressure-sensitive adhesive technologies have evolved to the point that tapes are in a position to replace traditional bonding systems in multiple applications.

Susan Sutton

September 4, 2013

I'm writing this column in the midst of a very busy week. Sometime between conference calls and podcast recordings, I realized how little time I now need to spend on tasks that—even just a few years ago—took up the majority of my day.

Guest Blog

OSHA NEP Focuses on Isocyanate Exposure in the Workplace

The agency’s announced goal is to reduce employee exposure to isocyanates that can potentially lead to work-related asthmatic symptoms.

Mark Collatz

September 4, 2013

As a partner in the value chain, adhesive and sealant manufacturers with products containing isocyanate material at a minimum should consider notifying their customers of the existence of this new OSHA program.

LEED Gold Achieved by LORD

September 4, 2013

LORD Corp. has received LEED Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council for the Richard L. McNeel Business Center.

Hilado Elected to H.B. Fuller Board of Directors

August 22, 2013

H.B. Fuller Co. recently announced that Maria Teresa (Tessa) Hilado was elected as an independent member to its Board of Directors.

Despite Sales Drop, Income Rises for Momentive in Second Quarter

August 19, 2013

Momentive Performance Materials Inc. reported net sales of $610 million, compared to $627 million in the prior year period.

Polyurethanes Technical Conference Speakers Announced

August 16, 2013

The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) of the American Chemistry Council (ACC) recently announced speakers who will present at the 2013 Polyurethanes Technical Conference.