The Fundamentals and State of the Art of Adhesive Bonding

Adhesive bonding technology is probably the oldest industrial joining process, with evidence of adhesive material on stone tools which are over 190,000 years old. Despite such a heritage, absolute understanding of adhesion is still imperfect.

Ewen will endeavour to explain what actually makes things stick, the challenges and opportunities associated with adhesion and show where adhesive bonding technology could take us in the future. Ewen will show where bonding has been the best solution despite the temptation to reach for a hammer and nails! The brakes and clutch plates in your cars, some of the world’s most advanced aircraft, the needles in most syringes, the fillings in your teeth, the furniture you use, the shoes on your feet, mobile phones, medical sutures and even that critical mail order package, all rely on adhesives. Life as we know it would not exist without adhesives and we cannot live without the stuff!

• Information transfer from experts
• Discussion, questions and answers on the specific topics
• A broader understanding of the extent of standards in the industry
• Attendance of this event qualifies for CPD 

The Welding Institute awards points towards CPD for delegates attending this webinar. Every hour attendance of an event will earn 2 points towards your continuing professional development.

MEET THE SPEAKER: Dr Ewen Kellar