Adhesives & Sealants Industry

2 weeks ago | adhesivesmag.com | Karen Parker

April and the first part of May are big months for the adhesive and sealant industry. I like to think of it as the four weeks of big events. The middle of April will find many members of this community gathering at the annual ASC Convention and EXPO, held this year in Jacksonville, Florida. Adhesive manufacturers and those involved in assembly technology will also meet in Nashville for the co-located Assembly Show South, Quality Show, and the new Adhesives in Action event.

3 weeks ago | adhesivesmag.com | Del Williams

Plasma is a state of matter, like a solid, liquid, or gas. When sufficient energy is applied to a gas, it becomes ionized, transitioning into the plasma state. With precise application and control, plasma can alter surface properties of a metal or plastic part without compromising the underlying material. Although plasma has a wide range of applications, it is frequently used to improve the adhesion of chemical glues, printing inks, and coatings.

2 months ago | adhesivesmag.com | Tom Evans |NETZSCH Pumps USA

Peristaltic pumps have emerged as a revolutionary solution in industrial pumping, offering myriad benefits over traditional pump technologies. Fundamental to these pumps is a simple yet ingenious component: the hose. By using advanced hose designs, these pumps can significantly increase longevity and decrease operational costs. Let's explore how these innovative pumps are reshaping industrial pumping and driving efficiency across a range of applications.

2 months ago | adhesivesmag.com | Karen Parker

TexPhoto / E+ via Getty Images This year, the adhesives and sealants industry is meeting in Jacksonville, Florida, for the Adhesive and Sealant Council’s annual Conference and Expo. The three-day event will take place Monday, April 14, to Wednesday, April 16, and will offer sessions covering topics such as regulatory issues, business development and market trends, and new technologies and applications in the adhesives and sealants sector.

2 months ago | adhesivesmag.com | Karen Parker

In its most recent report, the American Chemistry Council (ACC) shared that chemical production in the United States and the rest of the world closed 2024 on an upswing. The ACC reports that the Global Chemical Production Regional Index (Global CPRI) increased by 0.1% in December of 2024, after a revised 0.5% rise in November 2024. In the United States, the U.S. Chemical Production Regional Index (U.S. CPRI) grew by 0.4% in December, following a 0.3% decrease in November.