Article archive for Henkel Loctite Adhesives
Sealing delicate electronic parts (27/06/2011)
What’s the best way of sealing vulnerable electronic parts? Jim Marshall argues that low-pressure moulding is the best solution Electrical and electronic components are all around us. Whether it is desk or laptop computers,...
A sticking point for engineering graduates? (11/04/2011)
Research has shown that not all colleges include engineering adhesives in their curriculum and, as a result, graduates leave without fully understanding the technology. We asked Henkel's Colin Chapman to provide some very basic considerations in the...
Adhesives gain WRAS approval (31/03/2011)
Loctite 2400 and Loctite 2700 threadlocking adhesives from Henkel have been granted WRAS (Water Regulations Advisory Scheme) approval, allowing them to be used with potable water. This approval demonstrates that the products do not contaminate water...
Bonding – by design (26/10/2010)
Adhesives are frequently the preferred choice of designers because they offer clear advantages over conventional fastening or welding. But in choosing adhesives, what should the designer bear in mind? Colin Chapman provides some useful pointers...
Adhesives help bring in the harvest (28/06/2010)
In a successful bid to beat the current world record, the New Holland CR9090 combine harvester managed to harvest more than 550 tons of grain in just eight hours. Reliability is everything with these vital machines, so leaking joints and loosening...
Some ‘untraditional’ uses for adhesives (01/04/2010)
Riveting and spot welding are commonly used to join structural components; for example, the fixing of sheet materials to supporting frames. But this time-honoured method does have its drawbacks. Colin Chapman provides some interesting insights into...
Stuck on adhesives? Let’s go back to basics (01/11/2009)
Achieving the very best results from engineering adhesives means applying the correct technology; make the wrong choice and your joint is likely to fail, writes Colin Chapman. So, with that in mind, it is useful to understand a...
Improved threadlockers from Henkel Loctite (15/10/2009)
Henkel has improved the formulations of two of its most popular threadlocking adhesives. Medium strength Loctite 243 and high strength Loctite 270 are now more oil tolerant than previous grades, enabling them to be used more readily on ‘as...
A threadlocker for plated surfaces (06/07/2009)
Loctite 276 is a new anaerobic high strength threadlocker that achieves fast fixture on all metal substrates, including nickel and other plated surfaces. In addition, it provides good sealing performance and excellent thermal and shock resistance. ...
Easier assembly of hybrid structures (01/07/2009)
Hybrid structures – especially those incorporating plastic and metal components - are finding favour with many designers. We take a look at the challenges that the assembly of such structures poses to the adhesive industry, and talk to a...
New sealant handles flexible joints (02/03/2009)
To cope with the increasing levels of micro-movements within the engine and gearbox environments of motor vehicles, Henkel has developed a new sealant under the Loctite brand name. Called Loctite 5188, this anaerobic product can be applied as a thin...
Shedding new light on adhesives (01/03/2009)
Designers have used the novel characteristics of light curing adhesives - the ability to create clear bond lines, for example - to enhance product quality and aesthetics. But there are production benefits too, such as their ability to cure quickly...