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Apr 6, 2005 | Article
Radiation curing refers to polymerization induced by radiation such as ultraviolet (UV) light, electron beam (EB), or visible light. Like thermal polymerization methods, radiation curing transforms...
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Feb 11, 2004 | Article
By Edward M. Petrie
The alternative energy market is driven by the need to be environmentally friendly. Being “green” is very desirable today in this world. This week’s editorial discusses ways that the adhesive or...
Dec 10, 2003 | Article
Plastics are usually more difficult to bond than other substrates. The outcome of the bonding process may be as dependent on the plastic substrate as it is on the adhesive being used. This...
Nov 21, 2002 | Article
A reactive hot melt adhesive is any thermoplastic adhesive or sealant that can be applied at elevated temperatures as a liquid melt, cools to become a solid at room temperature, and then...