In the context of industry transformation, complex bonding has become an increasingly significant challenge. To address this challenge, the development of innovative adhesives—offering superior performance and adaptive characteristics—is essential. Advancements in adhesive chemistry ensure efficient and safe bonds in a wide range of applications as a response to the growing demands of modern industry.

In this article, you’ll discover more about the key features and applications of next-generation innovative adhesives.

Characteristics of Smart Adhesives

• Safety: Smart Adhesives ensure secure and strong joints, preventing leaks and short circuits that could compromise the safety of a given system.
• Flexibility: Adaptability to different surfaces and conditions, providing  flexible and robust joints that counter traction and shear.
• Efficiency: Facilitates fast and efficient assembly, reducing curing times and improving overall productivity.
• Responsiveness: Automatic adjustment to various environmental conditions such as temperature and humidity, ensuring optimal joints in any environment. 

Smart Adhesive Applications

• Battery module assembly: To ensure mechanical strength and electrical insulation in battery cells and other components.
• Floor coating: Firm bonding of coatings such as PVC and PVT to substrates, ideal for high-traffic environments.
• Chemical industry and mining: Joining of components under extreme conditions such as high temperatures, humidity, and dust.
• Portable medical devices: Biocompatible adhesives for the safe assembly of medical devices, ensuring the required safety and biocompatibility.

Examples of Smart Adhesives

• Heat-activated adhesives: Ideal for bonding various materials such as wood, metal, and plastic.
• Solvent based adhesives: For applications demanding durable bonds, such as mechanism fixing and pipe welding.
• Light Curing Adhesives: Cure quickly under ultraviolet light, perfect for applications requiring instant bonding.

Innovation, Development & Sustainability

Smart Adhesives are constantly evolving thanks to innovative initiatives such as those of Bostik’s R&D organisation, which works closely with customers and partners to develop advanced solutions. This approach ensures that these adhesives not only bond objects, but also push new frontiers in adhesive technology.

Discover Bostik’s Born2Bond™ range of high performance anaerobic adhesives, which  have been formulated with sustainability and workplace safety in mind. These smart adhesives represent the cutting edge of advanced adhesives, incorporating innovative features that make them ideal for more efficient and durable bonds.

Contact Antala Ltd. to learn more about the latest innovations in adhesive technology and how advanced adhesives from our portfolio can benefit your business. Call today to speak to the technical expert in your area, on +44 161 494 1345.