Adhesives & Sealants Industry articles from November 2005

Adhesives & Sealants Industry archives from November 2005

Something to think about.(EDITOR'S MEMO)
November 1, 2005... I just returned from the Adhesive and Sealant Council's Fall Convention in Louisville, and I've got more than a few things on my mind. In the Meeting Workplace Challenges track, Marlene Kreidler of Columbia Union College discussed...

ABN Amro Capital.(COMPANY NEWS)
November 1, 2005... ABN AMRO CAPITAL, Amsterdam, recently completed a 230 million [euro] management buyout of Loparex Group, the world's leading producer of release papers and films. This is ABN AMRO Capital's third acquisition this year in the Nordic region and...

American Ultraviolet Co.(COMPANY NEWS)
November 1, 2005... AMERICAN ULTRAVIOLET CO., Lebanon, IN, has announced the acquisition of Lesco Corp. of Torrance, CA. Other American Ultraviolet purchases over the past five years include UV Source, maker of the Green Spot, and Aetek UV Systems, developer of UV...

Caron.(COMPANY NEWS)
November 1, 2005... CARON, Marietta, OH, recently announced a new partnership with Kinematica Inc., a leading manufacturer of dispensing and homogenizing equipment. CARON will provide U.S. sales and service for Kinematica's Reactron unit, a particle suspension,...

Degussa AG.(COMPANY NEWS)
November 1, 2005... Following authorization by its Supervisory Board, DEGUSSA AG of Dusseldorf, Germany, has announced plans for a new production unit for the solvent isophorone and its derivatives in Herne, Germany. The unit, which involves an investment in the...

Apollo adhesives presented with queens award for enterprise.(COMPANY NEWS)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Apollo Adhesives, Tamworth, Staffordshire, UK, was recently presented with the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise in the Innovation category in recognition of their groundbreaking and pioneering work within the adhesives industry,...

Graco Inc.(planning to close its florida facility)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... GRACO INC., Minneapolis, has announced plans to close its Palm City, FL, operation by the end of 2005. Graco acquired this operation as part of the Liquid Control Corp. acquisition completed earlier this year. The operations in Palm City will...

Nusil Technology.(COMPANY NEWS)
November 1, 2005... NUSIL TECHNOLOGY, Carpinteria, CA, has announced the Kosher certification of its Sinrethicone manufacturing processes. NuSil representatives cited increasing consumer demand for Kosher products as the impetus for attaining this certification.

RPM International Inc.(COMPANY NEWS)
November 1, 2005... RPM INTERNATIONAL INC., Medina, OH, has announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Tremco Inc., has completed its acquisition of privately owned ill-bruck Sealant Systems, located in Leverkusen, Germany, for approximately $137 million,...

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments Inc.(COMPANY NEWS)
November 1, 2005... SHIMADZU SCIENTIFIC INSTRUMENTS INC., Columbia, MD, recently announced that it has entered into a partnership with Ion Signature Inc. (IST) to provide Shilnadzu's GC/MS users with the benefits of IST's new mass spectrometry software, IST for...

Total.(acquired Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.'s hydrocarbon resin business)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Through subsidiaries Cray Valley and Sartomer, TOTAL, Paris, has finalized its acquisition of the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.'s petroleum hydrocarbon resin business, which was first announced in June. With this transaction, Cray Valley/Sartomer...

Dow Automotive.(appointed Bill Blank)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... BILL BLANK has been named vice president, North American Sales for Dow Automotive, Auburn Hills, MI. Blank's responsibilities in this role include the leadership and management of customer interface activities in the region, which includes...

Brookfield awarded Northeast Shingo Prize Gold Medal.(Brookfield Engineering Laboratories)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Brookfield Engineering has announced that it was recently awarded a Northeast Shingo[TM] Prize Gold Medal. The Shingo Prize was established in 1988 to promote awareness of Lean Manufacturing concepts and recognize companies in the United...

College for Creative Studies.(PEOPLE)
November 1, 2005... GEORGE HAMILTON, president of Dow Automotive, Auburn Hills, MI, has joined the Board of Trustees at College for Creative Studies (CCS) in Detroit and will serve until May 2008. With the world's most recognized program in transportation design,...

Lamart Corp.(appointed Jonathan Hirsh and Ed Hainsworth)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Lamart Corp., Clifton, NJ, has appointed JONATHAN HIRSH manager of Technical Services, reporting directly to the company president. Hirsh will assume responsibility for maintaining R&D functions, as well as managing new product-development...

Solvay Chemicals Inc.(PEOPLE)
November 1, 2005... RICHARD HOGAN has been named president and CEO for Houston-based Solvay Chemicals Inc. Hogan succeeds David Birney, who will continue to hold the position of president and CEO of Solvay America Inc.

Flowserve Corp.(PEOPLE)
November 1, 2005... LEWIS M. KLING has been selected as president, CEO and member of the board of directors for Flowserve Corp., Dallas. Kling brings to his new role more than 35 years of experience in successfully growing profitable industrial businesses,...

Daikin America Inc.(PEOPLE)(Leisl Lim)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... LEISL LIM has joined Daikin America Inc., Orangeburg, NY, as a product specialist, PTFE. A native of Singapore, Lira recently earned an MBA from the University of Texas with specialization in supply chain management. TIM DUZICK has also joined...

Brookfield Engineering Laboratories.(PEOPLE)(Joe Moi; Christopher Nyundo)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Brookfield Engineering Laboratories, Middleboro, MA, has announced the promotion of JOE MOI to vice president of International Business Development. For the past 16 years, Moi has served as managing director of Brookfield Viscometers Ltd. UK;...

Robbins & Myers Fluid Management Group.(PEOPLE)(Saeid Rahimian)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... SAEID RAHIMIAN has been appointed president of the newly formed Robbins & Myers Fluid Management Group, Springfield, OH, which includes Moyno and R&M Energy Systems. In his new role, Rahimian is responsible for over 1,100 employees with annual...

Chemcentral.(PEOPLE)
November 1, 2005... CHEMCENTRAL has announced the appointment of PHIL A. SCAFIDO to the position of senior vice president--director of Sales and Marketing, based in the firm's Chicago headquarters. Scafido succeeds Bill Hough, who was recently appointed president...

Price adjustments.(COMPANY NEWS)(Directory)
November 1, 2005... PRICE ADJUSTMENTS COMPANY PRODUCT Air Products, Flexcryl[R], Airflex[R] and Flexbond[R] Lehigh Valley, PA acrylic-based polymers Air Products Select epoxy curing agents Lehigh Valley, PA BASF,...

Tremco Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing.(PEOPLE)
November 1, 2005... Tremco Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing, Beachwood, OH, has named MIRE SOEDER vice president, U.S. Sales. Soeder was previously vice president and general manager of the Tremco Industrial Products division, headquartered in Medina, OH, where...

Sartomer Co.(PEOPLE)
November 1, 2005... Sartomer Co., Exton, PA, has appointed VINCENT VADOT vice president of finance. In this position, Vadot is responsible for planning, organizing and controlling all financial activities for Sartomer. He reports directly to the company's...

Dow Corning coating system sets new world speed record.(COMPANY NEWS)
November 1, 2005... At 1,610 meters per minute (60 miles per hour), Dow Corning's new Syl-Off[R] Advantage Series high-speed, solventless silicone coating system has set a new world speed record for siliconizing paper. Coverage was excellent and, just as...

Calendar.(COMPANY NEWS)(Calendar)
November 1, 2005... NOVEMBER 2005 1-3 2005 CHEM SHOW; Chemical Engineering Magazine; Javits Convention Center; New York City; (203) 221-9232, www.chemshow.com 2 "Innovation and Growth in the Asian Pressure Sensitive Market"; Dow Corning, ExxonMobil...

People problems.(INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS)
November 1, 2005... I hear it all the time from companies just getting started in China, usually said with a sense of enthusiasm and accomplishment: "We just hired a general manager for our China operation. We're ready to go." My response is always the same:...

U.S. medical & dental adhesives and sealants demand to reach $1.5 billion in 2009.(MARKET TRENDS)
November 1, 2005... Medical and dental adhesives and sealants demand in the United States is forecast to rise 8.4% per year to $1.5 billion in 2009. Much of this growth is attributable to the aging U.S. population, since older individuals are more likely to...

Don't chase sales--chase profits.(SUCCESS STRATEGIES)
November 1, 2005... Ever heard the saying, "A penny saved is a penny earned?" While that might be true in your personal finances, a penny saved in business can be like earning 20 pennies. For example, let's say you have $10 million in annual sales with earnings of...

Pure monomer resins--fine tuning adhesives formulations for demanding applications.(Adhesives Essentials)
November 1, 2005... Today, many hot-melt adhesive formulators face daunting challenges--they must formulate precision adhesives that meet demanding application requirements without adversely affecting vital performance properties. Difficult adhesive applications...

Tack measurement of heat-activated polyurethane adhesives.
November 1, 2005... Polyurethanes are a class of adhesive raw materials that, over the last 40 years, have developed a reputation for reliability and high performance in many applications. Properties of polyurethane adhesives can be tailor-made to fit applications...

Fluid fix: igh-viscosity fluid processing challenge solved by depth filtration technique.
November 1, 2005... The filtration of high-viscosity fluids poses one of the most difficult challenges within fluid-processing operations. In some applications, a fluid with the characteristics of 10 weight oil is considered high, but for others, it's fluids with...

A tape testimonial: solving customer dilemmas with fast, creative solutions.
November 1, 2005... Adhesives are often used in appliance manufacturing to solve a range of design challenges, including structural bonding, threadlocking, thermal management, wire bonding and sealing. The ability of adhesives to bond dissimilar materials, reduce...

Sealing stadium expansion joints: a new process yields watertight results.
November 1, 2005... Most stadiums leak at expansion joints. Owners cringe at the truth and spend thousands, even millions, of dollars each year to repair leaks. The rare exceptions--stadiums completed with watertight joints--are characterized by a design and...

Spectroscopy scope: worldwide process spectroscopy market to reach $232 million in 2009.(Industry Overview)
November 1, 2005... Process spectroscopy is the area of process monitoring using spectroscopic equipment similar to that manufactured for the analytical laboratory, combined with hardware, software and monitoring strategies adapted for a manufacturing environment....

Adhesives in transdermal drug delivery systems: sticking it to them since 1979.
November 1, 2005... As traditional applications for pressure-sensitive adhesives begin to mature, manufacturers are beginning to explore niche markets to enter and grow their business. In some cases, niche applications are high-tech and require development of new...

What is a bioadhesive? Biomaterials are becoming valuable resources both commercially and in extending the functionality of our aging bodies. This article examines the significant promise of several new bioadhesives and biosealants.
November 1, 2005... The definition of a biomaterial covers a very broad area. In fact, any natural or synthetic material that interfaces with living tissue and/or biological fluids may be classified as a biomaterial. Even common materials, such as polyethylene and...

Dispensing system alternatives for two-part adhesives.
November 1, 2005... Two-part epoxy, acrylic, silicone and urethane adhesives are commonly used in industrial assembly. These adhesives deliver excellent performance in a range of applications, but processing--particularly automated processing--can be difficult....

Assembling a solution: vacuum gripper system plays key role in robotic tote assembly solution.
November 1, 2005... THE CHALLENGE: DEVELOPING A COST-EFFECTIVE, ERGONOMIC TOTE-ASSEMBLY SOLUTION The robotic industry has significantly expanded over the last decade due to a number of economic and social factors: advancements in automation technology, the...

The high life: high-profile Atlanta development project relies on Dow Corning building sealants.(CASE STUDY)
November 1, 2005... Because of its fast-track construction schedule, architects and consultants for 171 17th Street Building in midtown Atlanta had to make sure their sealant and glazing products were reliable, easy to apply, and met the highest performance...

Pass it on.(FOCUS ON)(EMC2)(Company Profile)
November 1, 2005... Based in Sterling Heights, MI, EM[C.sup.2] designs and manufactures meter-mix dispensing systems for companies around the world. The company's strong reputation in the industry has been built through word of mouth, primarily among adhesive and...

A glass act: local decorative glass studio to launch line of glass accessories nationwide.(ADVANCING ADHESIVES)
November 1, 2005... A decorative glass studio in Spotswood, NJ, has announced the nationwide launch of a line of specialty glass products. Morgan Whitney Creations, located at 2 American Way in Spotswood, kicks off beginning its launch with two innovative new...

Color effects: Bayer Material Science.(RAW MATERIALS)
November 1, 2005... This company has announced the addition of six new colors to its Leda compounded color effects line for thermoplastic part design. New to the Mina[R] (metallic) family are: Tangerine (bright orange): Flamingo (vibrant pink): Wicked (intense...

Dispersion additive: Troy Corp.(RAW MATERIALS)
November 1, 2005... Troysperse SD100 is a high-performance additive designed for the dispersion of inorganic pigments such as titanium dioxide, iron oxide and extender pigments in nonaqueous formulations. This product increases the speed of dispersion, thereby...

Ceramic tape: Cotronics Corp.(FORMULATED ADHESIVES)
November 1, 2005... Thermeez 397PS sticky tape is woven from durable, flexible, industrial-grade ceramic fibers that offer excellent chemical stability and resistance to thermal shock, corrosive attack, mechanical vibration, and stress. Applications include...

Automotive tape: Dewal Industries Inc.(FORMULATED ADHESIVES)
November 1, 2005... This company, a leading manufacturer of PTFE and LIHMW-PE film and tape, now offers UHMW automotive squeak and rattle tape. Rolls of DeWAL UHMW tape are available with a direct coat acrylic or elastomeric adhesive. 3M or Avery transfer...

Solder paste: Henkel.(FORMULATED ADHESIVES)
November 1, 2005... The electronics group of Henkel has announced that halide-free, no-clean Multicore[R] MP218[TM] solder paste has now been optimized to enable modern Sn-Pb processes, thus allowing for the inevitable interaction with lead-free solder pastes....

Polyurethane-based adhesives: Jowat Adhesives.(FORMULATED ADHESIVES)
November 1, 2005... The ViseTite[TM] line of polyurethane-based (PUR), high-performance adhesives is engineered for low-foaming action to require less cleanup and/or sanding and faster cure times to speed production. In addition, bonding strength has been shown to...

Post-mask tape: Lamart Corp.(FORMULATED ADHESIVES)
November 1, 2005... SW200 Removable is a tape specially designed for applications where ultra low removable pressure-sensitive adhesive is desired. This self-wound tape serves as a protective film when used as a post mask in die-cut operations to facilitate waste...

Construction adhesive: Liquid Nails.(FORMULATED ADHESIVES)
November 1, 2005... Ultra Quik Grip[TM] is a cartridge-based latex construction adhesive formulated to provide strong initial tack in all construction applications from concrete to drywall. It is particularly useful on vertical surfaces when bonding paneling,...

Adhesive film: Novacel.(FORMULATED ADHESIVES)
November 1, 2005... Novacel has announced the availability of Novacel 9377, the first adhesive film without solvent specifically designed to protect car bodies during transport and storage. Novacel 9377 features a 60 [micro]m adhesive film with a polyolefin basis...

Chemical fastener adhesives: Nylok Corp.(FORMULATED ADHESIVES)
November 1, 2005... PRECOTE[R] chemical fastener adhesives offer excellent vibration-resistant locking and sealing properties for a range of internal and external fastener applications. PRECOTE is the industry's only duo-microencapsulated thread adhesive and,...

Anaerobic adhesives: Permatex.(FORMULATED ADHESIVES)
November 1, 2005... Permatex[R] now offers a complete line of durable retaining compounds designed to provide a secure bond for non-threaded, cylindrical metal assemblies. The adhesives permit relaxed machining tolerances on press or slip-fitted parts, and produce...

PVC foam tapes: Scapa.(FORMULATED ADHESIVES)
November 1, 2005... Scapa 3279 and 3289 tapes consist of a high-temperature PVC foam of different thickness that is coated on once surface with an aggressive pressure-sensitive adhesive. 3279 uses the standard acrylic adhesive used on Scapa's range of PVC foam...

Water-based adhesives: Sisu Chemical LLC.(FORMULATED ADHESIVES)
November 1, 2005... This company has announced the introduction of two new water-based adhesives developed for transdermal patches and medical tapes. Both can be used as an alternative to solvent-based adhesives where long-term adhesion properties are desired....

Electrically conductive epoxy: Tra-Con Inc.(FORMULATED ADHESIVES)
November 1, 2005... TRA-DUCT 926K01 is recommended for electronic bonding, coating and sealing applications that require high flexibility coupled with excellent electrical and mechanical properties. The long working time this material offers makes it ideal for...

Epoxy adhesive: Tra-Con Inc.(FORMULATED ADHESIVES)
November 1, 2005... TRA-DLICT 921LI02 is a silver, medium-viscosity epoxy adhesive with a high glass-transition temperature and a working life of three months that can be cured in only 30 minutes at 150[degrees]C, or more slowly at lower temperatures. Its...

Bin level indicator: Asi Instruments.(EQUIPMENT)
November 1, 2005... This company, a leading manufacturer of state-of-the-art instrumentation for level detection and measurement of dry bulk solids, has announced the availability of RotaryPoint, a new low-cost rotary paddle bin level indicator. RotaryPoint is a...

In-Line sanitary mixer: Bematek Systems Inc.(EQUIPMENT)
November 1, 2005... The Bematek LZ-Series Hi-Shear In-Line Mixer features a patented mixing head with up to 12 "shear action" zones consisting of high-speed rotors and stators that can produce shear rates of 200,000 per second each. Suitable for batch and...

Fluid pumps: Binks.(EQUIPMENT)
November 1, 2005... The Binks EXEL Pump line. available in four models, was designed to meet the industry's demand for durability and dependability, while also delivering significantly more fluid than other horizontally opposed pumps at the same rate of air...

Rheometer: Brookfield.(EQUIPMENT)
November 1, 2005... This company now offers its enhanced R/S Plus Rheometer, providing increased speed range, control resolution and measurement sensitivity. This unit features an improved encoder that increases the angular resolution of the spindle position to...

Ask the expert.
November 1, 2005... Q The usage of vinyl acetate-ethylene emulsions is at an all time high and growing. Any future supply issues? A Airflex[R] vinyl acetate-ethylene (VAE) polymer emulsions demand has grown rapidly in many adhesive applications. They offer a...

Strainer: CDF Corp.(EQUIPMENT)
November 1, 2005... The E-Strainer insert strains unwanted particles from valuable liquid products through the use of a patented lip design that allows it to simply hang from the top of any open-headed 55-gallon drum or 5-gallon pail without the chance of being...

Double Planetary Mixer: Charles Ross and Son Co.(EQUIPMENT)
November 1, 2005... This company has announced the introduction of a new line of Laboratory Double Planetary Mixers. The new line is designated as the "DPM-S" and is available in several standard sizes from 1-pint through 4-gallon capacity. The new model is...

Mixer: Chemineer Inc.(EQUIPMENT)
November 1, 2005... The Chemineer DT mixer--available in top-entering fixed mount, right-angle drive or portable configurations--is ideal for a variety of industrial batch or continuous process applications, The DT mixer offers a modular design, a flexible...

Static mixers: Chemineer Inc.(EQUIPMENT)
November 1, 2005... Kenics[R] KM Series Static Mixers feature a patented helical mixing element that produces complete radial mixing and flow division for any combination of liquids, gases or solids. The smooth element geometry results in efficient mixing of...

Meter-mix dispense system: DTIC Dispensing Technologies.(EQUIPMENT)
November 1, 2005... The EZ-Mix[R]VR Variable Ratio Meter-Mix Dispense System features four piston pumps that can each achieve pressures greater than 2000 psi and provide a continuous, seamless flow of material from reservoirs of any size. Capable of dispensing...

Robotic sealant/epoxy applicator: Dispense Works Inc.
November 1, 2005... The RG 2020 robotic dispenser is optimized for epoxy, RTV and most other sealant applications. The system operates in three dimensions and features a preloaded drive system with high acceleration rates and high payload capacities. Each machine...

Autotube dispenser: I&J Fisnar Inc.(EQUIPMENT)
November 1, 2005... The Autotube dispensing system is an excellent method for dispensing all of the material contained in a collapsible "toothpaste type" tube. Dispensing from tubes can be messy and imprecise: getting the material to the right location, and in the...

Dual-component dispensing system: Mixpac Eouipment Inc.(EQUIPMENT)
November 1, 2005... The MIXPAC DX dispensing system includes a mobile handhold dispenser with a refill station, providing a versa tile and accurate solution for two-component material dispensing. The system offers the ability to dispense 1:1, 1.5:1, 2:1, 4:1 and...

Metering pump: Moyno Inc.(EQUIPMENT)
November 1, 2005... The new Moyno[R] Metering Pump provides economical and efficient performance when metering low-flow liquids in a range of processing applications, including dosing, sampling, and metering. The progressing cavity design of the Metering Pump...

Viscosity control systems: Norcross Corp.(EQUIPMENT)
November 1, 2005... Norcross Viscosity Measurement and Control Instruments are sensitive enough to detect changes in the viscosity of water (based upon temperature) and are capable of improving the blending, mixing, and color quality of virtually any fluid....

Cryogenic solenoid valves: Valcor Engineering Corp.(EQUIPMENT)
November 1, 2005... To accommodate as broad an array of designs as possible, Valcor's cryogenic solenoid valve line comes in two distinct configurations. The company's SV91 series uses Valcor's patented shear seal design--a gate-type configuration that allows...

Release liner report: Alexander Watson Associates.(RESOURCES)
November 1, 2005... The New North American Release Liner Annual Outlook 2005 provides a unique tool for evaluating the release liners market, highlighting opportunities and supporting strategic and tactical decision-making. New to the second edition, the report...

Selection guide: Dow Corning.(RESOURCES)
November 1, 2005... This company has announced the release of an updated Syl-Off[R] silicone release coatings selection guide that includes information about Syl-Off Advantage Series low platinum, solventless release coatings, and Syl-Off 9100 Series thermal-cure...

Lead-free solder report: IPC.(RESOURCES)
November 1, 2005... After three years of research and nearly $1 million spent in volunteer time and contributions, the IPC Solder Products Value Council has announced the release of its Round Robin Testing and Analysis of Lead Free Solder Pastes with Alloys of...

Specialty polymer brochure: Interpolymer Corp.(RESOURCES)
November 1, 2005... A new full-color brochure highlights the many uses of this company's specialty polymers. Syntran[R] and Megatran[R] brand polymers improve the appearance, performance and cost of personal care, household, floor finishing, automobile, and carpet...

Laminating adhesives brochure: National Adhesives.(RESOURCES)
November 1, 2005... Board Laminating: Process Expertise from Start to Finish provides easy-to-follow information about resin, dextrin and hybrid formulation laminating adhesives from National Adhesives. The six-page, full-color pocket-folder brochure includes...

Product directory: Pressure Sensitive Tape Council.(RESOURCES)
November 1, 2005... This organization has announced the release of the 2005 edition of its Tope Products Directory. A valuable industry reference tool since 1969, this annual directory provides listings of the products manufactured and marketed internationally by...

Product brochure: Scientific Dust Collectors.(RESOURCES)
November 1, 2005... A new brochure illustrates how reliable dust collection is achieved with this company's heavy-duty reverse pulsejet dust collector. The cleaning system is comprised of an efficient collector that requires fewer filters and prolongs the life of...

Web log: Speedline Technologies.(RESOURCES)
November 1, 2005... This company has announced the launch of a Knowledge Blog that will share with readers industry-leading insight, technical know-how and personal observations from the company's top experts. Contributors will come from throughout the company to...

Instructional CD-ROM: Truseal Technologies Inc.(RESOURCES)
November 1, 2005... TruSeal Technologies Inc. recently announced the release of an updated version of its Line Layouts CD-ROM. Line Layouts Version 2.2 contains live video and graphic animation of various glass assembly and application systems, including automated...

Equipment maintenance manual: UV Process Supply.(RESOURCES)
November 1, 2005... To guide its customers through their UV-curing problems, this company has announced the release of its new Maintaining UV Curing Equipment manual. This manual will help readers understand how the various components in UV curing can cause...

Website: UV Process Supply.(RESOURCES)
November 1, 2005... This company has announced the debut of its newly designed website at www.uvprocesssupply.com. Responding to customer input and feedback, the recently launched site greatly improves the user's experience, enabling faster, more simplified...