Fastening & Bonding

Getting the best out of simple surface energy measurement

1 day ago

In any bonding or coating process - or any process which involves adhesion - there is a need to understand surface energy and wettability in a quantitative way, to ensure adhesion. Dyne Pens and Inks can be used to assess surface energy and wetting. Here, Alison Fox, Sales Manager of Dyne Testing, an Intertronics brand, outlines some hints and tips when using Dyne pens.

Getting the best out of simple surface energy measurement

Parker Expands CoolTherm Line with New adhesive for Battery Pack Applications

1 day ago

The Assembly and Protection Solutions Division of Parker Hannifin has announced the launch of CoolTherm TC-850 thermally conductive structural adhesive specifically designed to enhance thermal management, structural integrity and product efficiency in electric vehicle battery packs.

Parker Expands CoolTherm Line with New adhesive for Battery Pack Applications

Instant adhesive for harsh applications

11 days ago

Intertronics presents Born2Bond Ultra K85, a fast curing, single-part adhesive, which it says is the first 'instant' adhesive to withstand up to 1,000 hours at 85degC and 85% relative humidity. It can bond a wide range of substrates including plastics, rubbers and metals, and is applicable to applications in consumer electronics, automotive and medical device manufacturing.

Instant adhesive for harsh applications

New Compact Floating Clamps from norelem

12 days ago

norelem has expanded its range of floating clamps with the introduction of a new, highly compact, in-house manufactured model for clamping and supporting components at overdetermined clamping points.

New Compact Floating Clamps from norelem

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