Adhesives and Sealants

CTT Summit Abstract Deadline Approaches

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:43:00 -0400

The Coatings Trends & Technologies Summit call for abstracts is in its final weeks, with rolling review continuing as the technical program takes shape. The deadline for submissions is April 10.

The 2025 PCI/ASI CASE eBook

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

This year’s eBook delivers an expanded collection of technical insights, market analysis and formulation strategies selected by the editorial teams at Paint & Coatings Industry (PCI) and Adhesives & Sealants Industry (ASI). Inside, you’ll find in-depth -technical articles exploring circularity in packaging, DOE optimization in powder coating, advances in silicone technologies, emergent elastomer research and more. All of this alongside sponsored content that showcases the newest innovations shaping the CASE sector.

Wacker Chemical Honors Two Longest-Serving Team Members

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Two longtime employees at Wacker Chemical’s Calvert City site mark more than a century of combined service and contributions to polymer binders.

Consider Collaborating

kristin@pcimag.com (Kristin Johansson) — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

The keynote at FOCUS explored how university collaborations can accelerate coatings innovations, with insights from NDSU’s Dean Webster.

Top 10 Uses of Adhesives and Sealants in Automotive, Construction and Aerospace

Fri, 16 May 2025 02:00:00 -0400

Explore how adhesives and sealants enhance strength, safety and durability across the automotive, construction and aerospace industries.

Driving Sustainable Innovation

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500

The coatings industry faces rising sustainability challenges, but innovation is driving solutions — from PFAS-free alternatives to low-carbon raw materials and regulatory-driven advancements.

Escaping the PFAS Ban

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500

ATO-based antistatic coatings outperform PEDOT and fluorinated additives, offering PFAS-free protection and superior stability, especially in PSAs for LCD polarizers to prevent static discharge.

Scientists Uncover Formula to Predict Cracks in Clay

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Researchers have developed a formula to predict when cracks will form in drying clay, a breakthrough that could enhance the durability of paint and coatings.

The PCI/ASI CASE eBook

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Paint & Coatings Industry and Adhesives & Sealants Industry are proud to share our re-imagined and enhanced CASE eBook. The eBook contains a multitude of both sponsored and non-sponsored articles that provide deep insight into new technologies, trends and products at the forefront of the coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers markets.

A Second Life for a Useful Compound

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 22:53:32 -0400

Recycled polyvinyl butyral is transforming the coatings industry with its sustainable, flexible, and durable applications in innovative formulations.

New Technique Transforms Waste Carbon Dioxide into High-Value Chemicals

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 17:03:08 -0400

The energy-efficient, cost-effective way to convert the greenhouse gas into a wide range of chemical feedstock, spearheaded by NUS scientists, achieves cost reduction of about 30%.

H.B. Fuller Receives RecyClass Technology Approval in Europe

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 11:15:41 -0400

Its adhesives solution underscores company’s commitment to a circular economy and to enabling the transition to more sustainable packaging formats.

UV Hot-Melt Coatings Offer Sustainable, Short-Run Solutions

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 14:31:08 -0400

Nu-Coat specializes in the manufacture and supply of self-adhesive materials to the signage, display, and graphics market for a broad variety of applications. The company has carved out a niche in the market by gearing its processes towards the production of specialist materials in relatively short runs, dealing in the smaller-order volumes that many of its customers prefer.

Protecting Walls and Floors, Together

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 13:38:10 -0500

There are many commercial applications where both floors and walls must be sealed and protected from moisture. Many of those are in restaurants and food processing plants where walls are scrubbed down every day. The right coating can ensure these spaces last longer.

Dates Set for Fraunhofer IFAM European Adhesive Bonder (EAB) and European Adhesive Specialist (EAS) Courses in North America

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 12:16:01 -0500

The EAB course will be held January 22-26 at the ChemQuest Technology Institute (CQTI) facilities in South Boston, Va. Beginning April 22, the more advanced EAS course will blend remote and in-person learning to provide participants with a combined virtual and hands-on opportunity.

Superior Adhesion: A Major Factor in Coating Performance

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 18:42:53 -0500

Primers are key to an effective coating system, and good primers serve several important functions including strong adhesion.

Henkel Presents New Additive-Free Sealant

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500

DAREX WBC 711 was designed specifically for irregular ends of tinplate or aluminum cans lined by shower head or die lining application.

EPS Launches New Resin for Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 04:00:00 -0500

EPS^®(Engineered Polymer Solutions) has launched EPS 2133, an all-acrylic polymer made without APEO surfactants that can be formulated for permanent and removable pressure-sensitive adhesive applications.

H.B. Fuller CEO Appointed to Manufacturers Association Board of Directors

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Mastin will join the NAM Board to bolster the association’s leadership in policy advocacy, legal action, workforce solutions, operational excellence, and news and insights.

Reducing Adhesion Failures in the Automotive Industry

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 10:52:47 -0400

Plasma pre-treatment is a crucial step for improving the quality and durability of automotive assemblies and components. It enhances the adhesion and compatibility of different materials that are used for encapsulation, printing, or painting processes. By applying plasma to the surface of low-energy materials, it removes contaminants and creates functional groups that increase the surface energy and reactivity.

Application Analysis of Colloidal Attapulgite Clay in Refractory Materials

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 09:26:00 -0400

In current practical applications, the classification of attapulgite clay is mainly based on its functions and uses. Colloidal attapulgite clay, combined with other soft clays and suitable additives, can be used in thin-layer coatings such as EPC coatings for casting, anti-corrosion coatings at certain high temperatures, insulation coatings, and anti-oxidation coatings.

Three Trends Shaping Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive Market Growth

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 15:40:25 -0400

Opportunities created by rising infrastructure initiatives, the booming super and hypercar sectors, and consumer electronics sales are likely to fuel the pressure-sensitive adhesive market size over 2023-2032.

Scott Bader Turkey Established

Mon, 01 May 2023 22:41:16 -0400

The new office plans to offer local expertise in the growing composite, adhesive, and functional polymer markets in Turkey and Central Asia.

Archroma Announces CEO Transition

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 12:13:04 -0400

Effective April 30, 2023, Mark Garrett will assume the role of interim CEO. The Board of Directors has initiated a comprehensive search process for installing a permanent CEO and has retained a leading executive search firm.

Clean Technology Lasers

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Laser systems remove corrosion, grease, residue, and existing coatings from metal surfaces quickly, with less preparation and mess than traditional techniques.

Teckrez Announces New CFO, New Technical Account Manager

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Teckrez Inc. has announced the promotion of Heather Bush to chief financial officer, as well as the appointment of Chris Armstrong to technical account manager.

How to Find the Best Rubber Adhesive

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Finding the best rubber adhesive involves considering necessary conditions the bonding will have to sustain, the type of rubber, the complementing material, and more.

ASC Elects New Member to Board of Directors

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

The ASC board includes 22 directors representing manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and academia in North America. Board members serve a three-year term.

Developing Sustainability in Packaging

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 15:15:00 -0400

Adhesives and sealants manufacturers are increasingly demanding sustainable products, a trend that is driving change in the packaging sector.

What to Consider Before Choosing Adhesives and Sealants

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 10:00:00 -0500

Deciding which paints and adhesives to use for a project plays a major role in its eventual success. It's not always possible to know which factors will most influence your choices, but here are some that are likely to affect your efforts moving forward.