Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives (PSAs) - Articles - Page 126

MALLARD CREEK POLYMERS: Polymer Emulsions

May 22, 2014

This company has expanded its line of acrylic polymer emulsions for the pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) industry.

SHIELDMARK: Floor Tapes

May 12, 2014

The patented Mighty Line floor tapes (US 8, 088, 480 B2) and other floor marker products are intended to help managers make their facilities safer, more organized and productive.

Avery Dennison Label Materials Receive Environmental Excellence Award

May 8, 2014

Avery Dennison recently announced it has received the Flexographic Technical Association’s Environmental Excellence Award for Innovations in Sustainability.

Case Study: Customizable Keypads Feature Decorative Adhesive Skins

Decorative adhesive skins can be applied to - and removed from - home security systems without leaving residue or causing a loss of functionality.

May 1, 2014

Today, everyone is showing their individuality by customizing their electronic devices. For homeowners with unattractive or boring home security system panels, customizable keypads are now an option.

HITAC ADHESIVES: Release Agent

April 30, 2014

RA-21S is a new release agent that reportedly offers advantages over polyvinyl octadecyl carbonate (PVODC) release agents.

AI TECHNOLOGY INC.: Interface Material

April 24, 2014

COOL-PAD™ CPR7154 is a new class of thermal interface material that reportedly dispenses like a thermal pad but performs with characteristics like that of a grease or gel.

Miller Named PSTC Executive VP

April 8, 2014

The Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (PSTC) Board of Directors has named Michelle Miller executive vice president.

Emerging Hot-Melt Technologies for Package and Container Sealing

New technology has eliminated many of the drawbacks of the previous generation of hot-melt adhesive equipment.

April 1, 2014

Package and container sealing is a key component of today’s complex manufacturing processes. Manufacturers require a system that quickly delivers consistently applied adhesive while fitting into streamlined packaging lines. Many companies turn to hot-melt adhesive delivery systems for their packaging needs.

Rollers for Adhesive and Coating Processes

What you need to know about rollers for adhesives and coating processes

The application of adhesives, sealants and coatings requires a range of specialized rollers with specific roll coverings, finishes, and temperature specifications.

Jeff Awe

April 1, 2014

Industrial rollers are used in the manufacturing and processing of almost every material—from paper to coiled steel and plastic packaging to textiles.

Rubber-Based Hot-Melt Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives

Rubber-based hot melts show great promise for a wide range of applications in both tapes and labels.

Nathan Tuttle

April 1, 2014

The choice of elastomers based on styrene block copolymer (SBC) technology for tapes and labels has traditionally been split between solvent and hot-melt systems.