Toyo-Morton, member of the Toyo Ink Group, has developed the ECOAD™ EA-B3860/EA-B1290, a high solids, solvent based adhesive for use in the dry lamination of multilayered films in flexible packaging structures. The new ECOAD systems were formulated with bio-based or renewable content, 10% by weight at the dried adhesive layer, making them an eco-friendly alternative in packaging materials. Cont...

DIRAK has developed new grounding countersunk screws with segment cutting edge and scraping tooth, allowing for electrical and mechanical contact with metallic base materials without extensively pretreating them. Potential equalisation is generally used to protect persons and equipment against electric shocks due to overvoltage. However, painted or powder coated metallic base materials cannot b...

fischer has introduced the PRO App; a practical tool that allows the user to quickly and easily access necessary data, facts and documents on the construction site or in the office. The application is continuously optimised and enhanced with new features based on user behaviour.    With the fischer PRO App, professional users and planners can access many useful functions and information on fixi...

It’s been known for over 50 years that if movement of joint plates occurs, the securing bolts can self-loosen. Here, Dr Bill Eccles of Bolt Science outlines the vitality of preventing joint slipping and bolt self-loosening. The research completed, first by Gerald Junker and followed by many subsequent researchers, found that if transverse joint slip occurs, simultaneous slippage of the bolt he...

CNC has released a new flange facing tool ‘Goliath’ for precise flange connections in tower bases, monopiles and transition pieces. A product, the company claims, will improve maintenance costs, reliability and service life. The increasing dimensions of wind turbines derived from operating in harsher offshore environments create engineering challenges for large flange connections that join win...

Mapei has launched Kerapoxy Easy Design, a new range of non-absorbent epoxy grouts, as well as a supporting App to aid specification and colour matching. The company is also introducing new colour features to its pre-existing Ultracolor Plus range. Kerapoxy Easy Design is the new range of epoxy grouts that the company claims combine improved performance features, workability, safety and design...

TR Fastenings Ltd, part of the Trifast Plc Group, has announced the launch of a brand new website designed for the evolving global marketplace. This latest investment by TR offers a consolidation of the investor site and the corporate site into one new focused website. Moving to a single, digital front door, TR hopes to engage its investors, customers and the marketplace as a unified global co...

Collisions between vessels and port infrastructure can potentially cause serious harm. Marine fenders are the ‘go to’ solution to reduce impact forces, but they need to be installed safely. Corrosion resistant, Nord-Lock wedge locking washers proved to be the perfect fit in South Korea. Each year, hundreds of vessels collide with jetties or quays while berthing – sometimes spectacularly. Collid...

Security tamper-proof sealing screws are vital for securing systems in public or private environments. These screws seal out a wide range of contaminants from entering and damaging equipment – while keeping systems secure from tampering and vandalism. They also prevent leakage of toxins into the environment. While they may resemble regular screws, security tamper-proof seal screws have a distin...

Klein Tools has introduced a new addition to its line-up of flip socket drivers with the ‘14 in 1’ HVAC adjustable length screwdriver with flip socket, featuring the most commonly used HVAC driver bits and nut drivers in one tool. The adjustable length impact screwdriver with flip socket, catalogue number 32304, includes ¼ inch and 5/16 nut drivers with twelve driver bits also conveniently hous...