Bostik has unveiled bio-based Specialty Hot Melt Adhesives to meet the demand for more sustainable materials in the manufacturing of technical textile and automotive interiors.

The High Value Manufacturing (HVM) Catapult has unveiled a UK Supply Chain Directory to make it easier for domestic manufacturers to connect.

Masterbond has confirmed its MasterSil 711Med room temperature vulcanizing (RTV) silicone, designed for medical device manufacturing, has passed ISO 10993-5 testing.

Norem has expanded its range of lockable products, which are designed to enhance safety in the production environment by preventing the unauthorised opening and closing of connections.

Jet Press has introduced Tente International’s castors to its range as a part of a partnership with the manufacturer.

Steel locker manufacturer Locit has received PAS 2060 certification, an internationally recognised specification for carbon neutrality published by the British Standards Institution (BSI).

Delo has developed a dual-curing, high-temperature adhesive for electric motor applications that is designed for multiple processes, including magnet bonding and magnet stacking in manufacturing.

Solvay has expanded its range of chemical bonding technology with the launch of FusePly 250, a product designed to bond composite structures at 250°F and higher.

WDS Components has launched a range of environmentally friendly hand knobs that are recyclable.

The FDB Panel Fittings and Dirak partnership is offering new stainless steel compression latches with wing knob inserts.

Essentra has created a centre of excellence at its UK headquarters in Kidlington to test and develop new materials so it can offer more sustainable products.

Kevin Brownsill, head of technical: learning and development at Intertronics, has shared guidance on bonding specialist medical plastics.