Adhesives in Composites
IPSA 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.
Jessica Pompili
Editorial Assistant
Heat-activated foaming core rapidly achieves net-shape 3D parts
CAMX 2024: L&L Products exhibits its InsituCore foaming core structural technology, which can be used to create foam core composites minus machining or presses, as well as the Phaster A K-700, a rapid-cure adhesive.
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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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.
Grace Nehls
Senior Managing Editor, CompositesWorld
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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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.
Jessica Pompili
Editorial Assistant
PE adhesive creates strong, fast bonds to low surface energy substrates
IPS Adhesive’s Scigrip brand introduces SG400LSE, a transluscent, low-color adhesive that has proven its ability to bond to FRPS, metals, plastics and other polymers.
Read MoreResins, additives, adhesives and 3D printing solutions
CAMX 2023: Arkema’s broad portfolio of products for composites fabricators aim to enhance performance, durability and sustainability.
Read MoreHenkel celebrates 100 years of its Adhesive Technologies business
The German company recognizes how far it has come since its founding, from development of laundry detergent packaging adhesives to today’s advanced solutions in more than 800 industry segments.
Read MoreAdhesives, sealants meet aerospace and defense specifications
CAMX 2023: H.B. Fuller Aerospace manufactures, packages and delivers a variety of sealants, structural adhesives, low outgassing epoxy systems and more to industry and customer requirements.
Read MorePark Aerospace launches aerospace, MRO structural film adhesive
Aeroadhere FAE-350-1 is a curing epoxy formulation designed for composite, metal, honeycomb and hybrid applications.
Read MoreXlynX Materials BondLynx and PlastiLynx for low surface energy PP, PE substrates
Award-winning Xlynx materials use breakthrough “diazirine” technology to boost bond strength up to 950% as adhesives, primers and textile strengtheners.
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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.
Grace Nehls
Senior Managing Editor, CompositesWorld
Scott Bader, Oxeco partner for high-performance bonding solution
Joint technology breaks barriers to bonding lightweight flexible solar panels to roofing structures made from aluminum, coated steel and composites.
Read MoreScott Bader partners with Elixir for Crestabond distribution in India
Crestabond MMA structural adhesives range will continue to drive advanced composites growth in India, in addition to Scott Bader’s global expertise and local technical support.
Read MoreScott Bader ATC begins Crestabond MMA structural adhesive production
Scott Bader’s Drummondville, Canada, facility has begun manufacturing and supplying composites-applicable adhesives to its North American customers.
Read MoreITW Polymers Sealants adds novel air assist adhesive spray for industrial/RV applications
Sta'-Put adhesives produce tough, durable bonds compatible with a variety of surfaces with up to 30% greater spray coverage for quick installation.
Read MoreCAMX 2022 exhibit preview: Conductive Composites
Conductive Composites expands its portfolio of multifunctional electrically conductive composite materials with a new line of NiShield nonwovens and NiBond electrically conductive two-part structural epoxy adhesive.
Read MoreCAMX 2022 exhibit preview: Click Bond
Click Bond develops lightweight fasteners for assembly technology that require no installation holes, preserve structural integrity and are easy to install.
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