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Biodegradable and compostable glues and adhesives

Biodegradable polymers driven by demand, and necessity The need for sustainable, even biodegradable polymers - in particular for biodegradable adhesives and compostable glues - has never been greater. The world’s population is growing,…
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Solvent free adhesives

Solvent free adhesives grow in popularity The growing interest and consciousness towards environmental responsibility is resulting in new technologies also in the adhesives industry. Solvent free adhesives are becoming more and more popular…
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Water based adhesives

Water based adhesives for more sustainable bonding The market share of water based adhesives is becoming ever greater since the development has taken a shift towards more and more sustainable solutions which support health and safety as…
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Silyl modified polymer adhesive and sealant systems

Elasticity with silyl modified polymer adhesive and sealant systems First introduced in Japan at the end of the 80´s, silyl modified polymer adhesive and sealant solutions are becoming more and more desired in industrial applications that…
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Industrial silicone sealant

Industrial silicone sealant suits many applications ndustrial silicone sealant systems are the most widely used solutions in many sealing applications. They are easy to process and apply, as well as come with multiple other benefits. Additionally,…
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Sustainable adhesives

The need for Sustainable Adhesives for greener future While the world's growing population and increasing living standards boost the need for adhesives, environmental concerns encourage the development of greener, sustainable adhesives.…
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Industrial sealants

Durable seals with industrial sealants A sealant is a chemical product which creates a mechanical seal. The main purpose of both DIY and industrial sealants is to fill gaps, cracks, joints and other openings that otherwise might cause seepage…
biobased adhesives and sealants from sustainable resources

Biobased adhesives and sealants

Biobased adhesives and sealants respond to the needs of the market Due to growing world population and increasing living standards, the need for adhesives is greater than ever. At the same time environmental concerns and decreasing fossil…
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Metal adhesive guide

All you need to know about metal adhesive systems Where fasteners and welded bonds used to be of paramount importance, metal adhesive systems are becoming more and more popular. Metal glue and tapes bring along many benefits and cancel the…
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Polyurethane adhesives and sealants

Polyurethane adhesives and sealants among the most used systems Polyurethane (PUR) systems are among the most used adhesives, sealants and adhesive sealants due to their unique properties and the possibility to give them other characteristics…
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Low carbon adhesives for construction

Carbon neutral buildings with low carbon adhesives for construction In recent years, carbon neutral and low carbon buildings have caught more and more attention. The common trend is shifting towards environmentally friendly solutions, lower…
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Intumescent sealant

Intumescent sealant for passive fire protection Flames and smoke can spread through the smallest of gaps causing extreme damage to buildings and even human lives. Applying an intumescent sealant to linear joints, around pipes and between…
super glue and other adhesives for home repairs

Super glue and other adhesives for small home repairs

Repair instead of throwing away - super glue and other adhesives for DIYers Glues are used almost everywhere from heavy industrial processes to everyday consumer goods and small home repairs. Adhesive like super glue is also a great thing…
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Types of sealants for home

Different types of sealants for home improvements Sealants are chemical materials which fill gaps and cracks as well as seal joints and seams. Most sealant types are waterproof and air tight. They may also have light adhesive properties,…
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Epoxy adhesives

Epoxy adhesive - the most used industrial adhesive Epoxy adhesives are by far the most common industrial adhesives and probably the most versatile structural adhesives. The popularity of epoxy adhesive is not the least due to the extreme…
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Adhesive chemistry and raw materials

The basics of adhesive chemistry Adhesive can be defined as any substance that can hold materials together in a functional way by separation resistant surface attachment. Adhesives can roughly be divided into natural adhesives and synthetic…