In data centres, reliability issues stemming from insufficient mechanical tolerances at the connection points of liquid cooling systems are becoming a critical bottleneck for energy efficiency upgrades and stable operation. Southco recognises the severity of this challenge and is committed to providing breakthrough solutions.

When should you choose a 1-part epoxy over a 2-part epoxy, and vice versa? The experts at Permabond look at the differences between these two popular types of adhesives.

As we head into 2026, you might be reflecting on the past twelve months and thinking about what the new year may bring. The experts at Staytite consider some of the key issues for the year ahead.

As global supply chains place increasing emphasis on tighter tolerances, shorter lead times and greater product variability, the limitations of manual welding methods are becoming more pronounced. For manufacturers striving to meet these evolving demands without sacrificing infrastructure or flexibility, robotic retrofitting offers a technically robust pathway to automation. In this article, as Hakan Aydogdu, CEO at Tezmaksan Robotic Technologies, explains.

Every surface has energy. You wouldn't necessarily think so, but they do. You can't 'see' surface energy just by looking at a material, and neither can you feel or otherwise detect different energies across surfaces by touching them. In everyday life, surface energy isn't particularly important - but when it comes to adhesive bonding, it most certainly is, as the experts at Permabond explain.

Sustainability is essential in today's manufacturing landscape, and keeping your supply chain compliant with legislation is no small task. Staytite helps manufacturers turn these requirements into real operational benefits by combining its commitment to sustainability with high-quality fastening and replenishment solutions that boost efficiency, reduce waste and lower carbon impact.

If only bolting was as straightforward as receiving the components, getting on with the installation, and afterwards conducting regular check-ups to ensure everything is in order. But the reality tends to be drastically different, as the experts at Nord Lock explain.

Space is at a premium in many automotive applications. As a result, less and less installation space is available for bolted connections. At the same time, however, the requirements for preload forces and the reliability of the connections are increasing. And the lowest possible overall connection costs are also important. A new thread-forming screw for direct metal fastening has been developed to meet precisely these challenges, as the experts at ARNOLD UMFORMTECHNIK explain.

George Moore of Permabond looks at adhesive properties, adhesive selection and use in the boding of 3D printed parts.