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0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Glob Top What is Glob Top? Glob top is a potting compound applied as a protective coating over electronic components on circuit boards. This drop-shaped protective layer shields sensitive semiconductor devices from mechanical, chemical, and environmental influences. Properties of Glob Top Materials Transparent or colored formulations Low viscosity for optimal wetting…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Moisture Curing Adhesives What are Moisture Curing Adhesives? Moisture curing adhesives are adhesives that cure by reaction with atmospheric moisture. These 1-component systems polymerize upon contact with water molecules from ambient air, forming permanent, elastic or rigid bonds. Properties of Moisture Curing Adhesives Ready-to-use application without mixing required…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Pressure Sensitive Adhesive What is Pressure Sensitive Adhesive? Pressure sensitive adhesives are adhesives that remain permanently tacky at room temperature and develop immediate adhesion to various surfaces through light pressure. These PSA require no activation by heat, water, or solvents. Properties of Pressure Sensitive Adhesives Permanent tackiness at room…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Electric Motor Adhesive What is Electric Motor Adhesive? Electric motor adhesive is an adhesive specially developed for applications in electric motors that meets the special requirements of this environment. These adhesives must handle high temperatures, electrical insulation, mechanical loads, and chemical influences throughout the entire motor lifetime. Properties…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Elastomers What are Elastomers? Elastomers are plastics that behave rubber-elastically at room temperature and return to their original shape after deformation. These materials show excellent stretchability and flexibility, making them ideal substrates for special adhesive applications. Properties of Elastomers High elastic elongation (up to 1000%) Good recovery force…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary High Temperature Potting Compund What is High Temperature Potting Compound? High temperature potting compound is a potting compound specially developed for permanent protection of electronic assemblies at elevated operating temperatures. These materials provide reliable protection from thermal, mechanical, and chemical influences in demanding high-temperature…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary High Temperature Adhesives What are High Temperature Adhesives? High temperature adhesives are adhesives that permanently withstand high operating temperatures while maintaining their mechanical, chemical, and electrical properties. These special formulations enable reliable bonding in thermally demanding environments. Properties of High Temperature Adhesives Operating…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Semiconductor Packages What are Semiconductor Packages? Semiconductor packages are protective housings for semiconductor chips that provide mechanical, thermal, and electrical protection while enabling electrical contact to the outside. These packages are crucial for the reliability and longevity of electronic components. Properties of Semiconductor Packages Mechanical…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary IBOA Free What does IBOA Free mean? IBOA free refers to adhesives formulated without isobornyl acrylate (IBOA). IBOA is a commonly used reactive diluent in UV-curing adhesives but is classified as skin sensitizing. IBOA-free formulations are particularly important in medical technology, where highest safety standards are required. Properties of IBOA-Free Adhesives…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Jet Valve What is a Jet Valve? A jet valve is a contactless dispensing valve that precisely dispenses smallest quantities of adhesives and other liquids without direct contact to the substrate. These high-precision systems enable application of drops in the microliter range through pneumatic or piezoelectric drives. Properties of Jet Valves Contactless dispensing of…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Electronic Potting Compound What is electronic potting compound? Electronic potting compound is a special adhesive for completely encapsulating electronic components and circuits. These materials protect sensitive electronics from moisture, chemicals, mechanical stress and temperature fluctuations. Properties of electronic potting compounds Low viscosity for complete…
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0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Camera Module Adhesive What is Camera Module Adhesive? Camera module adhesive is an adhesive specially developed for bonding components in camera modules. These high-precision adhesives must combine optical clarity, mechanical stability, and thermal resistance without compromising image quality. Properties of Camera Module Adhesives High optical clarity and low…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Medical Adhesives What are Medical Adhesives? Medical adhesives are adhesives specially developed for use in medical devices and applications that meet the highest safety and quality standards. These adhesives must be biocompatible and fulfill strict regulatory requirements for contact with the human body. Properties of Medical Adhesives Biocompatibility according to…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Cohesion What is Cohesion? Cohesion refers to the internal strength of an adhesive that results from the attractive forces between the molecules of the adhesive material itself. These internal bonding forces significantly determine the mechanical properties and load capacity of the cured adhesive layer. Properties of Cohesion Internal strength of the adhesive material…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Contact Time What is Contact Time? Contact time is the time period that must elapse after applying a contact adhesive before the parts can be brought together to create an immediate, permanent bond. This time allows for optimal development of bonding strength. Properties of Contact Time Defined flash-off time for optimal bonding strength Development of maximum instant…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Contact Adhesive What are Contact Adhesives? Contact adhesives are adhesives that are applied to both parts and after a contact time form an immediate, strong bond through simple contact and pressure. These adhesives enable fast and permanent bonding without fixation or pressing time. Properties of Contact Adhesives Application on both bonding surfaces required…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Conductive Adhesives What are Conductive Adhesives? Conductive adhesives are adhesives that create both mechanical bonding and electrical contact through the addition of conductive fillers. These materials combine the properties of an adhesive with the functionality of an electrical conductor. Properties of Conductive Adhesives Electrical conductivity through…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Shelf Life What is Shelf Life? Shelf life is the time period during which an adhesive retains its specified properties and remains processable under defined storage conditions. This durability is crucial for quality assurance and cost-effectiveness in industrial applications. Properties of Shelf Life Retention of original adhesive properties Stable viscosity and flow…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Service White Paper White paper PFAS-Free UV Imprint Lithography for Microlens Fabrication Achieve precision, uniformity, and sustainability in large-scale optical manufacturing UV-based imprint lithography is a high-resolution, scalable technique for replicating micro- and nanostructures, particularly suited for optoelectronics such as co-packaged optics (CPO). Traditional soft PDMS stamps…
0 Back to Home Back Webinar: Adhesive innovations for PIC and CPO Enabling Scale-Ready Optical Interconnects Fastest UV-fixation alignment process and reflow-proven reliability for optical coupling 3 global sessions available: Overview Webinar content Benefits Registration August 12 | English Language 3:00–4:00 PM (SGT) for Eastern participants 9:00–10:00 AM (CEST) for Europeans Register now 9:00–10:00 AM (PDT) for Western participants…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Microdispensing What is Microdispensing? Microdispensing is a dispensing process where smallest quantities of adhesives and other liquids in the microliter to nanoliter range are applied precisely and reproducibly. This technology is crucial for miniaturization in electronics, optics, and medical technology. Properties of Microdispensing Dispensing quantities from a…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Medical Electronics What is Medical Electronics? Medical electronics refers to electronic systems and assemblies used in medical devices and applications that must meet the highest requirements for safety, reliability, and biocompatibility. Adhesives play a crucial role in miniaturization and functional reliability. Properties of Medical Electronics Adhesives…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Open Time What is Open Time? Open time is the time period after applying an adhesive during which it remains processable and parts can be brought together. This time is crucial for process planning and determines the available window for positioning and adjustment. Properties of Open Time Processable time window after adhesive application Stable viscosity during open…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Tube Squeezing Valve What is a Tube Squeezing Valve? A tube squeezing valve is a dispensing valve that controls adhesive flow by selectively squeezing a flexible tube, without the adhesive coming into contact with moving valve parts. This low-contact principle minimizes contamination and wear. Properties of Tube Squeezing Valves Adhesive only contacts the flexible tube…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Optical Adhesives What are Optical Adhesives? Optical adhesives are adhesives specially developed for applications in optical systems that fulfill precise optical properties such as transparency, refractive index, and transmission in addition to mechanical bonding. These adhesives are crucial for image quality in optical assemblies. Properties of Optical Adhesives High…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Polymerization What is Polymerization? Polymerization is a chemical process in which small molecules (monomers) are joined together to form long polymer chains or three-dimensional networks. This process forms the basis of curing for many adhesives and determines their final mechanical and chemical properties. Properties of Polymerization Build-up of high-molecular…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary PEEK Bonding What is PEEK Bonding? PEEK bonding refers to the bonding of polyetheretherketone (PEEK) , a high-performance thermoplastic with exceptional mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties. Due to its low surface energy, PEEK places special demands on adhesive selection and surface preparation. Properties of PEEK as a Substrate Very low surface energy…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Pot Life What is Pot Life? Pot life is the processing time of a mixed 2-component adhesive within which the material can still be applied and processed before viscosity increases too much due to progressive crosslinking. After the pot life has expired, the adhesive is no longer processable. Properties of Pot Life Time window after mixing both components Viscosity…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Structural Bonding What is Structural Bonding? Structural bonding is a load-bearing adhesive connection that transfers mechanical loads between parts and is used as an equivalent replacement for conventional joining techniques such as welding, soldering, or screwing. These connections are an integral part of the load-bearing structure. Properties of Structural Bonds…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Heat Curing What is Heat Curing? Heat curing is a curing process in which adhesives are activated and cured by supplying thermal energy. The heat initiates chemical crosslinking reactions that transform the adhesive from a liquid or paste state into a solid, load-bearing final state. Properties of Heat Curing Controlled activation through defined temperature and hold…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Vacuum Potting What is Vacuum Potting? Vacuum potting is a potting process in which potting compounds are introduced into electronic assemblies under vacuum conditions. The reduced air pressure prevents air inclusions and bubble formation, enabling complete, bubble-free wetting of even complex component geometries. Properties of Vacuum Potting Complete bubble-freedom…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Volume Dispenser What is Volumetric Dispensing? Volumetric dispensing is a dispensing process in which exactly defined adhesive quantities are applied through precise volume control. Unlike time-controlled dispensing, volume dispensers consistently deliver reproducible results regardless of viscosity fluctuations or pressure changes. Properties of Volumetric Dispensing…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Electronic Potting Compound Temperature Resistant What is Temperature Resistant Electronic Potting Compound? Temperature resistant electronic potting compound is a potting compound specially developed for permanent protection of electronic assemblies at elevated operating temperatures. It reliably protects components against moisture, chemicals, and mechanical stress,…
0 Back to Home Back Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter, Foresight Geschäftsfeld Dr. Björn Moller Fraunhofer-Institut für System- und Innovationsforschung ISI Expertise Foresight für Industrie und Verbände Kurzbiografie Björn Moller verfügt über langjährige Expertise in der strategischen Foresight- und Zukunftsforschung. Am Fraunhofer ISI unterstützt er Unternehmen und öffentliche Auftraggeber dabei, Trends, Signale und mögliche…
0 Back to Home Back Präsident und Vorstandsvorsitzender Prof. Dr.-Ing. Holger Hanselka Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft Expertise Unternehmensstrategie Unternehmenskommunikation Kurzbiografie Prof. Dr.-Ing. Holger Hanselka vereint visionäre Ingenieurskunst mit internationaler Führungskompetenz im Wissenschaftsmanagement. Als renommierter Experte für Adaptronik und Leichtbau prägte er wegweisende Technologien für die Luft-, Raumfahrt- und…
0 Back to Home Back Gruppenleiter Andreas Gaugenrieder Fraunhofer-Institut für Gießerei-, Composite- und Verarbeitungstechnik IGCV Expertise Engineering adaptiver Produktionssysteme Kurzbiografie Andreas Gaugenrieder ist Experte für wandlungsfähige Fabriksysteme und intelligente Steuerungstechnik am Fraunhofer IGCV. Seine Kernkompetenz liegt in der mechatronischen Konzeption modularer Montagezellen und der Flexibilisierung von…
0 Back to Home Back Abteilungsleiter Pascal Debus Fraunhofer-Institut für Angewandte und Integrierte Sicherheit AISEC Expertise Security für Agentische KI Quantencomputing Kurzbiografie Pascal Debus verfügt über fundierte Expertise an der Schnittstelle von Quantencomputing und IT-Sicherheit. Als Abteilungsleiter für Cognitive Security Technologies am Fraunhofer AISEC spezialisiert er sich auf die Erforschung und Entwicklung von Quantum…
0 Back to Home Back Abteilungsleiter Dr. Falk Eilenberger Fraunhofer-Institut für Angewandte Optik und Feinmechanik IOF Expertise Mikro- und Nanostrukturierte Optik Kurzbiografie Dr. Falk Eilenberger ist ein führender Experte an der Schnittstelle von Quantentechnologie, Nanophotonik und Materialwissenschaften. Durch seine Doppelrolle am Fraunhofer IOF und der Universität Jena verbindet er exzellente Grundlagenforschung mit industrieller…
0 Back to Home Back Senior Scientist Dr. Nicolas Müller Fraunhofer-Institut für Angewandte und Integrierte Sicherheit AISEC Expertise Deepfake Erkennung KI-Sicherheit Kurzbiografie Dr. Nicolas Müller ist Senior Scientist für Machine Learning am Fraunhofer-Institut für Angewandte und Integrierte Sicherheit (AISEC). Als promovierter Informatiker forscht er an der kritischen Schnittstelle von Künstlicher Intelligenz und Cybersicherheit. Seine…
0 Back to Home Back Director Product Management Consumer Assembly & Equipment Maximilian Baum DELO Industrieklebstoffe GmbH & Co. KGaA Expertise Optics and Adhesives Expert Kurzbiografie Maximilian Baum ist ein erfahrener Führungsexperte im Produktmanagement mit über 12 Jahren Erfahrung bei DELO Industrial Adhesives, wo er aktuell als Director für Consumer Assembly & Equipment tätig ist. Mit einem Hintergrund in optischer Ingenieurtechnik…
0 Back to Home Back Produktionsingenieur Alexander Cosack DELO Industrieklebstoffe GmbH & Co. KGaA Expertise Produktionsoptimierung & Prozessentwicklung Produktionsdigitalisierung & Automatisierung Changemanagement Kurzbiografie Alexander Cosack ist Produktionsingenieur bei DELO, wo er seit November 2023 Projekte zur Steigerung von Zuverlässigkeit, Qualität und Effizienz in der technischen Produktion betreut. Er ist ständiges Mitglied des…
0 Back to Home Back Leiter Logistik Michael Berchtold DELO Industrieklebstoffe GmbH & Co. KGaA Expertise Logistikprozesse Automatisierung Lagertechnik Kurzbiografie Michael Berchtold ist Wirtschaftsingenieur mit über 14 Jahren Erfahrung in Logistik und Supply Chain Management. Nach Stationen als Supply-Chain-Koordinator bei der Webasto Group und als Logistikmanager bei Klüber Lubrication ist er seit 2019 bei DELO Industrie Klebstoffe tätig…
0 Back to Home Back Chemieingenieur Produktion Dr.-Ing. Alexander Duerksen DELO Industrieklebstoffe GmbH & Co. KGaA Expertise Operational Excellence Schnittstellenkompetenz Digitalisierung & Datenanalyse Kurzbiografie Dr.-Ing. Alexander Duerksen ist promovierter Chemie- und Verfahrenstechniker mit umfassender Erfahrung in Prozessentwicklung, Reaktorauslegung, Scale-up und chemischer Produktion. Nach seiner Promotion an der Universität…
0 Back to Home Back Senior Anwendungsingenieur ESC Andreas Melder DELO Industrieklebstoffe GmbH & Co. KGaA Expertise Batterie-, Brennstoffzellentechnologie Leistungselektronik Thermisch leitfähig / elektrisch isolierende Klebstoffe Kurzbiografie Andreas Melder ist Senior Anwendungsingenieur mit dem Schwerpunkt auf zukunftsweisenden Klebstofflösungen für Brennstoffzellen sowie thermisch & elektrisch leitfähige Klebstoffe. Mit seinem…
0 Back to Home Back Vice President Product Management / Mitglied der Geschäftsleitung Robert Saller DELO Industrieklebstoffe GmbH & Co. KGaA Expertise Unternehmensleitung Strategic Business Development Produktmanagement Vertrieb Kurzbiografie Robert Saller begann nach seinem Studium der Fahrzeugtechnik an der Fachhochschule München 1990 seine Karriere bei DELO Industrie Klebstoffe. Über verschiedene Stationen – darunter Gerätetechnik,…
0 Back to Home Back Leiter IT Alexander Tabakoff DELO Industrieklebstoffe GmbH & Co. KGaA Expertise IT-Management Cybersecurity Unternehmensarchitektur Kurzbiografie Alexander Tabakoff wurde 1983 in Salzburg geboren und studierte Telekommunikationstechnik an der Fachhochschule Salzburg. Seine IT-Karriere begann er bei einem österreichischen Baukonzern im Bereich Datacenter & Security. Anschließend wechselte er zu einem Ingenieurberater in…
0 Back to Home Back Produktionsingenieurin Lisa Thiebe DELO Industrieklebstoffe GmbH & Co. KGaA Expertise Produktionsoptimierung Changemanagement Kurzbiografie Lisa Thiebe ist seit November 2025 als Produktionsingenieurin bei DELO Industrie Klebstoffe GmbH & Co. KGaA tätig und beschäftigt sich dort mit Changemanagement, Genehmigungsprozessen und Prozessentwicklungen in der Produktion. Begleitend zu ihrem Studium konnte sie in verschiedenen…
0 Back to Home Back ERP Transformation Manager Denis Zimmer DELO Industrieklebstoffe GmbH & Co. KGaA Expertise ERP-Transformation Prozessmanagement IT-Consulting Kurzbiografie Denis Zimmer verfügt über mehr als 20 Jahre Erfahrung an der Schnittstelle von ERP, IT und Unternehmensprozessen. Als Consultant und Projektmanager begleitet er Unternehmen bei der Analyse, Optimierung und Digitalisierung komplexer Geschäftsprozesse sowie bei der…
0 Back to Home Back Teamleiter Market Intelligence Michael Zech DELO Industrieklebstoffe GmbH & Co. KGaA Expertise Market Intelligence Strategic Business Insights Kurzbiografie Michael Zech ist Teamleiter Market Intelligence mit über 10 Jahren Erfahrung in der strategischen Markt- und Wettbewerbsanalyse. Seine Kernkompetenzen liegen in Trendanalysen, Forecasting und Business Intelligence – mit Fokus auf die Branchen Automotive, Electronics…