Adhesives in Composites
Laser bondline inspection becomes reality
One of the Holy Grails of composites manufacturing has been reliable verification of adhesive bondline strength integrity. A technology that does just that has arrived.
Jeff Sloan
Brand Vice President, ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ & Plastics Technology, ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ
Mako, PTM&W Industries launch HyperCure composite systems
The Mako resin and adhesive system, paired with PTM&W’s comprehensive materials portfolio, deliver speed, strength and full U.S. supply chain compliance for composite UAS manufacturers.
Read MorePerformance resins, putties and structural adhesives
CAMX 2025: Scott Bader illustrates its local and global materials supply availability backed by technical support, as well as a novel composite panels development with Armacell.
Read MoreAdhesives gun ensures smooth, speedy dispensing for large-volume adhesive applications
CAMX 2025: Big Dog Adhesives’ Sausage System redefines fabricators and manufacturers’ adhesive process, delivering control, consistency and high performance for large or detailed work.
Read MoreComposite products designed for efficiency, performance and sustainability
CAMX 2025: Whether through weight reducing or strength enhancements, 3M designs its microspheres, ceramic fibers, films and LSP materials and composite resins to meet its customers application demands.
Read MoreRoss coaxial mixer enhances complex material processing
Ross Mixers introduces a custom coaxial mixer designed for blending, dispersing and homogenizing across industries like adhesives, coatings and composites.
Read MoreHenkel, Synthomer partner to cut carbon emissions in adhesives
Integration of Synthomer Clima resins into Henkel Technomelt hot-melt adhesive portfolio targets significant Scope 3 GHG emissions reductions for electronics, automotive, comsumer and composites customers.
Read MoreReprocessable, repairable and recyclable epoxy resins for composites
CIDETEC matures 3R resins for aerospace applications via AIRPOXY program.
Ginger Gardiner
Senior Technical Editor, ÂÌñÏ×ÆÞ
IPS Adhesives debuts Scigrip SG2000 adhesive in North America
The adhesive’s 1:1 mix ratio and long open time provides transportation, construction and marine industries with much-needed routine simplification and flexibility.
Read MoreComposite, adhesive and core solutions focus on performance, reducing carbon footprint
JEC World 2025: Gurit celebrates 190 years with a display of its product variety — from Spabond 400, resins, prepregs and Gurit PET to BalsaFlex, Opticore and other core systems.
Read MoreInnovations deliver improved composite bonding, sealing and structural reinforcement
JEC World 2025: L&L Products is exhibiting newly announced and proven technology solutions for composites fabricators, addressing core, adhesive and sealant needs.
Read MoreIPSA acquires bonding adhesives based on MMA technology
IPS Adhesives (IPSA) introduces a line of adhesives using acrylate and MMA technology from L&L Products for the bonding of dissimilar materials such as metals and composites.
Read MorePittsburgh engineers receive $259K DARPA award for mussel-inspired underwater adhesion
The proposed META GLUE takes inspiration from hydrogels, liquid crystal elastomers and mussels’ natural bioadhesives to develop highly architected synthetic systems.
Read MoreBelzona composite wrap restores corroded carbon steel pipeline
Two-part epoxy paste, epoxy structural adhesive, composite wrap and anti-corrosion coating prevent environmental and economic loss for customer.
Read MoreComposites as auto-body reinforcements
Hybrid structural-reinforcement technology expands options, gains applications, markets.
Peggy Malnati
MMT, Contributing Writer, MoldMaking Technology
Film adhesive enables high-temperature bonding
CAMX 2024: Aeroadhere FAE-350-1, Park Aerospace’s curing modified epoxy, offers high toughness with elevated temperature performance when used in primary and secondary aerospace structures.
Read MoreBiDebA project supports bio-based adhesives development for composites
Five European project partners are to engineer novel bio-based adhesives, derived from renewable resources, to facilitate composites debonding, circularity in transportation markets.
Read MoreSyensqo introduces AeroPaste 1003 aerospace adhesive
Two-part room-temperature paste increases high-rate assembly and joining efficiencies when bonding metallic and composite parts.
Read MoreHenkel releases digital tool for end-to-end product transparency
Quick and comprehensive carbon footprint reporting for about 58,000 of Henkel’s adhesives, sealants and functional coatings has been certified by TÜV Rheinland.
Read MorePRF Composite Materials introduces primer, adhesive films
Novel RFA570 eXpress cure adhesive film and RF Primer are compatible with PRF’s full range of epoxy prepregs formulations.
Read MoreXlynX’s PlastiLynx PXN crosslinking primer enhances polymer adhesion
PFAS-free diazirine primer makes surfaces receptive to all manner of adhesives, including epoxies and polyurethanes, outperforming alternative options by 150-350%.
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Troubleshooting failures in adhesive-bonded composite joints
Cause of adhesive bonding inconsistencies or failure may be numerous. According to Louis Dorworth, the following points should be examined to determine the culprit.
Louis Dorworth
Direct Services Manager, Abaris Training Resources
Pro-Set named official materials supplier for New York Yacht Club American Magic
Competitive sailing team prepares for the 37th America’s Cup beginning in August 2024 with adhesives, resins and laminate testing services for its AC75 monohull construction.
Read MoreComposite resins price change report
CW’s running summary of resin price change announcements from major material suppliers that serve the composites manufacturing industry.
Read MoreXlynX Materials introduces PFAS-free BondLynx molecular adhesive
Improved version of BondLynx eliminates fluorine for a more sustainable adhesive option, while still outperforming conventional adhesive bonding strength.
Read MorePontacol thermoplastic adhesive films are well-suited for composite preforms
Copolyester- and copolyamide-based adhesive films eliminate the need for sewing threads or binders when stacking laminates while improving the final part’s mechanical properties.
Read MoreHenkel receives Airbus qualification for European aerospace manufacturing facility
The adhesive company’s Montornès, Spain, plant has been approved as a standard and raw materials supplier for various Airbus platforms, adding to its work in lightweighting, fuel efficiency and automation.
Read MoreAdhesives, material solutions promote end market versatility
CAMX 2023: Rudolph Bros. and Co. highlights its role as a prominent specialty chemical distributor and solutions provider with a display of high-performance adhesives, sealants, materials and more from well-known manufacturers.
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