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Sticking together: profile of Techsil

Last year, adhesives distributor Techsil announced a fourth acquisition in the past decade. What was unusual about this one was that it was Techsil itself being acquired.

Electrical conductivity in adhesive tapes

Lohmann explains the advantages of electrically- and thermally-conductive adhesive tapes such as its DuploCOLL EC range, in contrast to other means of fastening in electronic components

Superer glues

Superglue, or, by its proper name, cyanoacrylate (CA), the substance has been one of the more popular industrial adhesives for small parts for 50 years.

EJOT apprentice project develops stamp for anchor bolts

A former apprentice puts his stamp on more efficient manufacturing at EJOT UK.

Environmental protection for electronic assemblies

Paul Whitehead, strategic accounts manager at adhesives specialist Intertronics, explains how to approach the environmental protection of an electronic product.

Fastener manufacturer Lisi Aerospace blazes a trail with digital process innovations

A Rugby aerospace fastenings manufacturer is half-way through reengineering its high-volume production.

Just in time versus just in case: changing approaches to supply chain management

Before dormice hibernate, they stockpile food to eat during the cold winter months. In times of uncertainty, manufacturers operate in a similar way.

ARaymond engineer Isabella Barrett discusses the importance of women in engineering

Development engineer Isabella Barrett discusses her role as an ARaymond engineer, her thoughts on how to further increase the number of women participating in the STEM industries, and more.

Novel cushioning system made of Vestamid soft foam for safety shoes

Safe, comfortable, and stylish: this is how BIG Arbeitsschutz believes footwear for the workplace should be. The activeBumper cushioning system with Vestamid PEBA has raised the bar for safety shoes.

Drawn together - profile of Alloy Wire International

A key supply chain link between spring and fastener manufacturers is wire drawing. This traditional process takes hot-rolled rod and reduces it to the correct size.

Materials focus on GRP

Inexpensive, light and strong, glass-reinforced plastic has become a popular material for moulded goods such as shower trays and car parts.

Chemique Adhesives guide to polyurethane adhesives

Due to their unique characteristics, polyurethane adhesives have been a popular choice in many industries, as they can be formulated to provide a range of physical properties.