By Carin Lagerstedt, communications at Strainlabs, first published on the Strainlabs blog Bolted joints and tightening technology have a major impact on safety and efficiency across industrial sector. In this interview, Markus Fischer, a connected expert in bolted joints tightening technology and standardisation work, summarises the ongoing efforts and discussion of modernising the industry. Ma...

On October 30th – 31st 2024, over 9,800 engineering and manufacturing professionals attended the NEC, Birmingham, for the 15th edition of Advanced Engineering. Across the two days, visitors witnessed the very latest that the industry had to offer, with over 400 exhibitors showcasing their innovations.  The exhibiting companies included representatives from Atlas Copco, Optimas, Airtech Advanced...

JRP (Jaton Riveting Products), the dedicated riveting range from Owlett-Jaton, has extensively increased its portfolio by adding over 80 sizes of rivet nuts, along with two new rivet nut setting tools. Six new ranges are now available in steel zinc, ClrTri3, ClrTri8, with two new ranges also available in A2 and A4 stainless steel. Additionally, two ranges feature a closed design, making them id...

Developed for medical device applications, Master Bond’s EP21LSCL-2Med is a two component non-cytotoxic epoxy for bonding, sealing, coating and potting. Equipped with a high resistance to yellowing, this compound is especially suited when optical clarity is required. While most epoxies yellow over time, especially when they are exposed to heat and intense UV light, EP21LSCL-2Med has been speci...

With its new line of six Parasilico AX alkoxy-based silicone sealants, Belgian manufacturer of high-quality sealants and adhesives DL Chemicals states it is launching the ‘silicone sealants of the future’. Offering many advantages, the Parasilico AX product line is MEKO-free and is characterised by very low VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) emissions. The high-quality sealants also offer excelle...

Prioritising quality in wind turbine manufacturing is crucial, especially with the fasteners that hold everything together. While they may seem small, fasteners play a significant role in ensuring the safety of workers and the longevity of equipment. Here, Scott Hayfield, inside sales manager technical, quality and engineering specialist at Fabory UK, looks at the role of high-quality fasteners...

IPS Adhesives, a global manufacturer of structural and surfacing products, has acquired a range of adhesives based on acrylate and Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) technology from global sealing company L&L Products.  IPS Adhesives will rebrand the former L&L product numbers A-K321 and A-K322 as SCIGRIP® products and they will continue to be available in Europe, with reduced lead times in the...

With a commitment to innovation and ongoing product development, Bond It is continuing to pioneer sealants, adhesives and building chemicals with its Incredibond adhesive and Gripbond Pro sealant – manufactured in its UK-based manufacturing facility. Incredibond, a fibre reinforced adhesive, can be used to stick almost any material to any substrate, but is also instant grab and offers exception...

Panacol’s newly developed conductive adhesive, Elecolit. 3648, reliably creates long-lasting, flexible electrical connections, making it an ideal solution for bonding electrical components. Adhering well to plastics, including PI, PC, PVC, ABS and FR4, Elecolit. 3648 can be cured at 80ÅãC within a few minutes. At higher temperatures the adhesive can be hardened within seconds as a ‘snap cure’ a...

Developed with 60% bio-based materials using a patented synthesis process, the new Bostik Super Glue Ultra+ from Bostik, marks a significant advancement in the adhesive industry, combining high performance with a strong commitment to sustainability.  Designed for a wide range of repair applications, Bostik highlights its Super Glue Ultra+ offers exceptional strength, durability and resistance t...