Adhesives
Pittsburgh 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.
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Belzona 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.
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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.
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BiDebA 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.
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Syensqo introduces AeroPaste 1003 aerospace adhesive
Two-part room-temperature paste increases high-rate assembly and joining efficiencies when bonding metallic and composite parts.
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Henkel 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.
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PRF 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.
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XlynX’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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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.
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Composite resins price change report
CW’s running summary of resin price change announcements from major material suppliers that serve the composites manufacturing industry.
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