SCIGRIP News
Innovation that Sticks: Linecross’s Adhesive Breakthrough in Automotive Assembly
The use of IPS Adhesives’ SG300-05 has been critical in improving processes at Linecross, setting an example for the entire automotive manufacturing sector.
IPS Adhesives Expands MMA Adhesives Portfolio with Acquisition of L&L Acrylate/MMA Technology
“This acquisition accelerates our ability to create and deliver even more high-performance solutions to our customers across Europe and North America.” -Scott McDowell
Breakthrough Adhesive from IPS Adhesives Bonds PP, PE, and other LSE Materials, Permanently
“…low surface energy plastics like PP and PE have long been plagued by difficulty in bonding them with adhesives. We are excited that our chemists have solved that problem for engineers.”
Lighter, Faster, Better: The Impact of Adhesives on Train Design and Performance
In the rail industry, the quest for efficiency, speed, and sustainability drives innovation. Lightweighting, the practice of reducing the weight of train components and structures,
Adherence to Multi-layer Testing Protocols Eases Transition from Fasteners and Welding to Adhesives
There are several compelling reasons to transition from mechanical fasteners and welding to adhesives, including improvements in physical properties, performance, ease of implementation, and aesthetics.
Sticking to Polypropylene: Polypropylene Bonding Comes of Age
Today, thanks to advances in adhesive chemistry, product designers can specify adhesives specifically formulated to bond PP to metals, other plastics, and many other surfaces.
