Click Stick and Win – 3M Adhesives helps winners 'Go Ape' (11/05/2009)

Rapidly find the right adhesive for your application, get free samples and the chance to win – that’s the news from 3M. The company's Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division has launched an novel web based tapes and adhesive selector, aimed at...

Optimised surface capacitive touch system for small displays (02/03/2009)

3M Touch Systems, a division of diversified technology company 3M, has announced the availability of a new surface capacitive touch system designed specifically to meet the demanding requirements of applications such as video phones, washing...

Choosing adhesives - how not to get stuck (01/09/2008)

Nicky Bradley assures DPA readers that adhesive specification is no ‘black art’. Just be sure to ask the right questions at the beginning of the design process With cost, weight saving and speed of manufacture all having even greater impact in just...

Adhesive for the product design sector (06/03/2008)

3M’s diverse range of Rite-Lok sealants and adhesives now includes an invisible clear UV adhesive for the furniture and product design sector. With an invisible join, the Rite-Lok UV adhesive is ideal for glass, lead crystal and metal applications...

Adhesives portfolio enhanced (21/02/2008)

3M’s tapes and adhesives portfolio has been enhanced by the addition of the Rite-Lok range, a diverse selection of industrial adhesives and sealants exhibiting strength and functionality without the price premium. The Rite-Lok range - used by...

Capacitive touch sensors available (04/10/2007)

3M has announced the commercial availability of a new polyester-based projected capacitive touch screen. MicroTouch Flex capacitive touch sensors from 3M are ideal for high-volume mobile display products, such as mobile phones, PDAs, MP3 players,...

Performance additives for plastics break 30,000 psi 'glass ceiling' (28/03/2007)

3M has introduced what it claims is the world’s first hollow glass microsphere capable of withstanding injection moulding and extrusion pressures of 30,000 psi, making high-volume production of lighter and cheaper interior components possible. 3M...

3M opens its laboratory doors for business (20/11/2006)

3M has announced the launch of 3M Analytical Services, which forms part of the company’s portfolio of services for the electronic and chemical industries. Providing access to the company’s extensive R&D resources for the first time, the services...

Advanced structural adhesive repels tank attack (02/11/2006)

There are few more aggressive environments in motorsport than the inside of an F1 fuel tank. Components within these vessels are immersed in volatile racing fuel and subject to cornering forces of up to 3.5G, as well as intense vibrations from...

Hot melt adhesives offer assembly speed to match mechanical fasteners (16/10/2006)

3M has developed its hot melt adhesives for speed, convenience and strength in a wide range of construction applications. 3M Scotch-Weld Structural Curing Hot Melt Adhesives (formerly Jet-Weld adhesive) ensure structural strength and are ideal for...

3M Dual Lock reclosable fasteners deliver secure attachment again and again (15/08/2006)

Dual Lock Reclosable Fasteners from 3M are a cost effective way to secure frequently removed parts or temporary fixtures, including invisible access doors and panels, flooring, display components and signs in flexible or multi-use environments such...

Advanced structural adhesive repels tank attack (09/08/2006)

There are few more aggressive environments in motorsport than the inside of an F1 fuel tank. Components in the fuel tank are immersed in volatile, high grade racing fuel and subject to cornering forces of up to 3.5G as well as intense vibrations...

Demonstrating the latest grinding technologies at MACH 2006 (07/04/2006)

Manufacturing efficiency can be improved in one stop at MACH 2006 as 3M joins forces with two top tool suppliers to offer consultation on grinding issues, and demonstrate the latest in abrasive technology. 3M Abrasive products deliver the highest...

3M contributes to the new Solvents Emissions Directive debate  (03/04/2006)

There is much debate at the moment about the continued use of chemicals affected by the new the Solvents Emissions Directive, including ‘Trike’ (trichloroethylene), nPB (n-Propyl Bromide) and other solvents used for cleaning and degreasing...

Bromide-free flame retardant glass cloth tape for aerospace MRO applications (01/03/2006)

3M has introduced a self adhesive glass cloth tape that exceeds aerospace flame retardant standards FAR 25.853(a) and 25.855(d). The product is formulated without penta, octa or deca bromated diphenyl ether to comply with the latest EU directives on...