Innovative Adhesive Solutions for Laser Production
Laser technology is shaping the future of industrial manufacturing by enabling greater precision and faster production rates using fewer materials and resources. Reliable, high-performance laser systems are essential in meeting these demands. As laser components become more miniaturized, advanced adhesive solutions are becoming increasingly important for joining these components. Laser applications are being used in […]
Bostik and Brückner Maschinenbau Partner to Deliver Innovative BOPET Lidding Films

Bostik and Brückner Maschinenbau (Brückner), a global cast extrusion line manufacturer, have partnered to develop a coextruded, peelable, BOPET lidding film that addresses film producers’ demands for streamlined production efficiencies, improved consumer ease of use, and reduced end-of-life impact through the use of optimized equipment. The partnership is driven by the market’s lack of a […]
New Research Investigates Innovative Possibilities for Process Monitoring of Sealants

A new IGF research project, SteP-in, is being conducted with the SKZ Plastics Center and the Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Technology and Advanced Materials IFAM where these entities are using several non-destructive testing methods to advance the quality assurance of sealing compounds. Modern techniques such as air ultrasound and optical profilometry are used to determine […]
Innovative Adhesives for Bonding Dissimilar Materials with Industrial Coatings

Bonding materials such as metals, plastics, ceramics, or composites presents unique challenges. Variations in thermal expansion, elasticity, and surface chemistry complicate the process of creating reliable bonds. However, recent advances in adhesives and protective coatings have significantly improved performance and reliability. Let’s explore how these developments are driving progress across industries. The Challenge of […]
Innovative Bio-Based Polyether Polyols | Adhesives & Sealants Industry

Achieving green manufacturing is a key step to achieve the global goal of carbon neutrality. According to the plan of the U.S. biomass technology roadmap, 25% of petroleum-based organic compounds will be replaced by biobased compounds by 2030. According to the EU’s industrial biotechnology vision plan, biological-based raw materials will replace 6% to 12% of […]
Covestro Plans to Deploy Innovative Heat Battery at Brunsbüttel Site

Covestro is partnering with Rondo Energy to install an innovative heat battery at its site in Brunsbüttel, Germany. The Rondo Heat Battery stores intermittent renewable electricity and delivers continuous high-temperature steam, offering a sustainable alternative to steam generation with fossil fuels. The Breakthrough Energy Catalyst foundation set up by Bill Gates and the European Investment […]
W. R. MEADOWS’ Announces New Innovative Waterproofing Solution
W. R. MEADOWS has announced the new CEM-KOTE CW PLUS, a dual-action, crystalline waterproofing. The new product has been nominated for the World of Concrete’s Innovative Product Award. This nomination highlights W. R. MEADOWS’ ongoing commitment to pioneering advanced construction solutions in an industry that is constantly evolving. CEM-KOTE CW PLUS is a next generation, […]