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0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Adhesive Dispensing Systems What are Adhesive Dispensing Systems? Adhesive dispensing systems are precision devices that apply adhesives in a controlled and reproducible manner. They enable exact dosing of minute quantities up to larger volumes and ensure consistent, repeatable results in industrial manufacturing. Types of dispensing systems Pneumatic systems :…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Aging What is Aging in Adhesive Bonds? Aging in adhesive bonds describes the time-dependent change in properties of an adhesive connection under the influence of various environmental factors. These changes can lead to gradual deterioration of mechanical, chemical or optical properties and are an important factor in lifetime considerations. Properties of Adhesive Aging…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Automotive Adhesive What is an automotive adhesive? Automotive adhesive is an adhesive specially developed for applications in the automotive industry that meets the high requirements of this sector. These adhesives must withstand extreme temperature variations, vibrations, chemical influences, and mechanical loads throughout the entire vehicle lifetime. Properties of…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Anaerobic Adhesives What are anaerobic adhesives? Anaerobic adhesives are one-component adhesives that cure in the absence of oxygen and through contact with metal ions. These adhesives remain liquid in air and only cure when enclosed between closely fitting metal surfaces where oxygen access is prevented. When are anaerobic adhesives used? Thread locking: Securing…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Bond Line What is a Bond Line? The bond line is the gap between two parts that is filled with adhesive to create the mechanical connection. The thickness and geometry of the bond line significantly influences the strength, stiffness, and long-term resistance of the adhesive bond. Properties of the Bond Line Defined thickness for optimal force transmission Uniform…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Bonding Surface What is a Bonding Surface? The bonding surface is the area of a substrate where adhesive is applied and builds up adhesion to the second substrate surface. The quality and preparation of the bonding surface is crucial for the strength and long-term resistance of the adhesive bond. Properties of an Optimal Bonding Surface Clean and contamination-free…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Automotive Potting Compound What is an automotive potting compound? An automotive potting compound is an adhesive specially developed for protecting and sealing electronic assemblies in vehicles. These potting compounds provide permanent protection against moisture, dust, chemicals, and mechanical influences under extreme automotive conditions. Properties of Automotive…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Sustainable Adhesive What are Sustainable Adhesives? Sustainable adhesives are adhesives developed with consideration of ecological, social, and economic aspects, covering the entire product lifecycle from manufacturing to disposal. These adhesives reduce the ecological footprint without compromising performance. Properties of Sustainable Adhesives Reduced use of…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Service White Paper White paper Skin-Compatible Adhesives for Medical Wearables and Consumer Wearables Ensure safe, long-term skin contact with adhesives designed for wearable applications The wearable market is growing rapidly — and so are the demands on the materials used. Longer wearing times, more compact designs, and increasing skin contact raise the risk of unwanted skin reactions. The…
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0 Back to Home Back Dual study program Business Administration – focus on Freight Forwarding, Transport and Logistics (B. A.) Learned theory and practice closely intertwined: As a dual student, you gain deep insights into our company and learn how logistics processes and commercial workflows work seamlessly together – from transport planning to warehouse management to production control. You will understand how different areas collaborate…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Service White Paper White paper DSC Encapsulation for AI and HPC Packaging How UV-curing materials and precise jet dispensing enable reliable DSC protection in modern 2.5D packages As AI and HPC applications demand ever-higher chip performance, die-side capacitors (DSCs) have become critical components for stable power delivery in advanced 2.5D packages. Placed directly alongside the processor…
DELO hat eine Ausbildungskooperation mit DHL Global Forwarding geschlossen, die unseren Auszubildenden wertvolle Einblicke in verschiedene Bereiche der Logistikbranche ermöglicht.
The product carbon footprint (PCF) encompasses CO 2 emissions generated across the various life cycle phases of a product. DELO adopts the cradle-to-gate approach, which focuses on calculating the emissions generated during adhesive manufacturing - from raw material extraction and supply chain emissions to production site processing. CO₂ balances for the raw materials used are compiled using industry-standard databases and supplemented…
At a festive ceremony in Frankfurt's Palmengarten, DELO Industrial Adhesives was honored as Best Managed Company Award Winner 2025 . The Federation of German Industries, together with Deloitte Private, honored the company for outstanding achievements in industry and research.
DELO Connect shows that digitalization is not an end in itself, but rather a strategic investment in the future. Small and medium-sized enterprises exchange views across various industries on how they can use technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) in a targeted manner to strengthen their competitiveness in the long term.
ADAS technologies have become an automotive mainstay, RADAR being one of the most established among them. Despite this, RADAR sensors are still highly complex, with many layers playing a role in their functionality. Adhesive bonding has the ability to factor into every one of these layers, not only bonding components together, but also shielding electromagnetic waves and other functions.
Despite the ongoing volatility of the global economy, DELO has closed an exceptionally successful fiscal year 2025 (ending March 31, 2025). With sales of €245 million, the family-owned company from Windach achieved a new sales record – an increase of seven percent over the previous year. Particularly noteworthy: While the German automotive industry weakened and DELO's share of the German market fell from 15 to 13 percent, the company…
DELO has achieved a major success in medical technology with DELO PHOTOBOND MG4047. With this product, the company is launching an IBOA-free light-curing adhesive specifically for CGM systems and other medical wearables. This innovation could significantly improve the lives of millions of diabetes patients and other users of medical wearables.
Adhesives are increasingly proving to be an alternative to soldering in display manufacturing . DELO has once again demonstrated this in extensive long-term tests with directional (anisotropic conductive) adhesives. The results underscore the potential of adhesives for the scalable series production of miniLEDs and future microLED displays. The findings were presented by DELO experts at MicroLED Connect – the world's leading trade event…
DELO products used in first lens bonding ensure that smartphone cameras produce razor-sharp images. With the trend towards larger sensors, more powerful lenses, and increasingly complex multi-camera systems, manufacturing requirements are also increasing. Precise bonding of lens components is crucial for image quality. Innovative adhesive solutions from DELO enable maximum accuracy, stability, and reliability—even with the small structures…
The new DELO-ACTIVIS 330 is significantly smaller than its predecessor, the DELO-ACTIVIS 600, which greatly simplifies integration into existing production lines. Specially designed for the precise processing of even the smallest amounts of adhesive from 4 µl, DELO is responding directly to customer demand for system solutions with smaller dimensions and finer dosages.
Laser technology is the industrial manufacturing method of the future. It enables higher precision and faster production rates through more efficient processes with reduced material and resource consumption. Laser system manufacturers face a central challenge: How can increasingly smaller optical components be reliably and precisely mounted in high-performance laser systems? The progressive miniaturization of laser optics requires…
Sustainability is increasingly becoming a competitive factor for companies. Many manufacturers face the challenge of precisely determining their products' CO2 footprint. Without accurate data on components and materials used, sustainability assessments remain imprecise and climate targets difficult to achieve. DELO has established the conditions needed to measure the Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) of its high-tech adhesives. Using the…
At the heart of the system is DELO’s range of light‑blocking polymer coatings, exemplified by DELO KATIOBOND OE6107. This UV‑curable material features an absorption coefficient of 50 OD/mm (at 800 nm) and, even at a layer thickness of just 60 µm, absorbs more than 99.9% of light, achieving optical densities up to OD 3. Once cured, the coating is completely surface-dry and highly resistant to environmental impact. The formulation is IBOA‑,…
DELO is expanding its portfolio of adhesive dispensing systems with a retraction valve. It bridges the gap between repeatability and control of high-quality volumetric or jetting systems and simple dispensing directly from cartridges.
This combination offers an efficient alternative to conventional screw or riveted joints and is ideal for applications such as cable holders on lightweight components. Short curing times and easy automation support highly scalable manufacturing processes in the aerospace industry. The DELO PHOTOBOND FB4151 adhesive is a modified UV- and light-curing acrylate that was specifically developed for use in aircraft interiors. It cures within a…
Panoramic Head-up Displays (P-HUD) project driving information, navigation instructions, or infotainment content across the entire width of the windshield—from A-pillar to A-pillar. This data is reflected with high brightness and contrast onto a dark-coated area of the front windshield, creating a sharp, always-visible image. One challenge of this technology lies in the structural bonding of complex display components. These consist of…
The structural bonding of complex P-HUD components poses major challenges for automotive manufacturers. Various materials from magnesium die cast to glass must be reliably connected while maintaining series production cycle times. DELO presents PHOTOBOND SJ4195, a specially developed solution for panoramic head-up displays . The UV-curing structural adhesive enables mass production of P-HUD systems with optimal process control and short…
Electric auxiliary components such as oil pumps or compressors as well as new power electronics components place high requirements on sealing solutions. A central role is played by the sealing of electrical pins and busbars. This article describes the function of this application, the increasing requirements in the automotive environment, and shows how new sealant generations with improved material properties and modern curing concepts…
Medical device manufacturers face increasing challenges balancing high-performance bonding with strict biocompatibility requirements. Traditional adhesives often contain skin-sensitizing substances that limit their use in direct patient contact applications. DELO Industrial Adhesives has significantly expanded its medical electronics portfolio with five new IBOA-free medical adhesives . The high-tech manufacturer adapted proven flagship…
Automotive manufacturers rightfully place the highest demands on their suppliers. Nothing less than user safety and vehicle longevity under extreme loads is at stake. Quality standards in the automotive industry therefore require seamless evidence of process safety and continuous improvement. DELO is now certified according to the international quality management standard IATF 16949 by DEKRA Certification GmbH. This recognition confirms…
Do you know this problem? Complex adhesive technology terms often complicate communication between developers, purchasers, and users. Technical terms like adhesion, cohesion, or viscosity are not always self-explanatory. DELO solves this problem with a comprehensive adhesive glossary. The new online reference work explains all relevant terms from A for adhesion to V for viscosity in an understandable and practical way.
East Asia remained the most important revenue region with a 53 percent share, followed by Europe at 27 percent and North and South America at 13 percent. Southeast Asia contributed seven percent to total revenue. South Korea and China were among the fastest-growing markets. Key industries continued to be semiconductors, automotive, and consumer electronics. Research and development investments accounted for 15 percent of…
The advanced DELO PHOTOBOND LA formulations solve the fundamental challenge facing manufacturers as the LiDAR market has quadrupled from 700,000 to over 3 million units annually in just three years. Traditional silicones as well as established light-activatable solutions need up to one hour to reach handling strength—timeframes incompatible with automotive volume production demands. The new adhesive generation achieves handling strength in…
Leading the new portfolio is DELO PHOTOBOND MG4202, designed for structural bonds such as housing bonding in wearables. This solvent-free, IBOA-free adhesive offers fast curing capabilities—just one second at 1000 mW/cm² LED intensity at 400 nm with 100 μm layer thickness. The colorless adhesive operates across a temperature range of -40°C to +125°C. DELO PHOTOBOND MG4191 serves as a versatile, multi-purpose solution that is completely…
The LiDAR market has exploded from 700,000 to over 3 million units annually in just three years. Traditional bonding solutions require up to one hour to reach handling strength—timeframes that simply don't work for high-volume production demands in the automotive industry. DELO has introduced breakthrough light-activatable adhesives specifically engineered for LiDAR adhesives applications. The new DELO PHOTOBOND LA formulations deliver…
In aviation, weight makes all the difference to operations. Fuel is the biggest cost factor—every kilogram saved permanently reduces operating costs. While aircraft manufacturers are making their designs increasingly lighter, lightweight structures face a challenge: How can maximum strength and minimum weight be combined without compromising structural safety? DELO has teamed up with Böllhoff to develop an answer to this strength-to-weight…
Sustainability targets are becoming more demanding—especially in the automotive industry. But switching to greener materials often means accepting trade-offs in performance. DELO has developed DELO PHOTOBOND SJ4192 , a bio-based multi-purpose adhesive that meets high technical requirements and supports sustainability goals at the same time. It is the first DELO adhesive where renewable ingredients make up more than half of the…
Traditional heat-curing steps in consumer electronics often require temperatures of 80°C or extended curing times of 90–120 minutes at 60°C. DELO’s SLT adhesives change this equation, accelerating production while protecting sensitive components and materials. Lower curing temperatures deliver tangible advantages across the assembly line. Curing at 60°C in 10 minutes makes inline heat tunnels a viable alternative to batch ovens.…
In consumer electronics assembly, conventional heat-curing processes often demand temperatures of 80°C or curing times of 90–120 minutes at 60°C. This strains sensitive components—and slows production down. DELO's new generation of super low temperature (SLT) curing adhesives enables reliable bonding at temperatures as low as 45°C. This is significantly below conventional processes. The products are part of the DUALBOND LT family .…
Edge blackening in AR optics manufacturing presents significant challenges. Traditional manual processes are slow, inconsistent, and uneconomical for large-scale production. The advancing miniaturization and complex geometries of AR waveguides require precise, repeatable processes that conventional methods cannot provide. With our new Edge Blackening System , we offer a pioneering complete solution that combines high-performance coating…
The adhesive bonds reliably to typical fuel cell materials. It delivers high peel resistance of up to 0.9 N/mm on PET/PET. A glass transition temperature of –10°C ensures flexible, stable bonds even at low temperatures. Both properties help compensate for peel loads that occur in roll-to-roll processes commonly used in fuel cell production. With a water absorption of only 0.7 wt.%, the liquid tape remains dimensionally stable under the…
Conventional tape-based solutions for gas diffusion layer fixation require cutting, generate material waste, and are difficult to integrate into fully automated production lines. For fuel cell manufacturers under pressure to scale efficiently, this is a real bottleneck. DELO now offers a smarter alternative: DELO PHOTOBOND PS4140 , the worlds first liquid tape for gas diffusion layer fixation in fuel cells. The liquid pressure-sensitive…
DELO PHOTOBOND SJ4192 consists of 62 percent renewable raw materials. Precursors from corn and castor oil make up a large portion of the resin components. The bio-based formulation conserves finite resources while delivering excellent performance. The new adhesive surpasses its non-bio-based predecessor product in many mechanical properties, as comprehensive tests confirm. It is characterized by improved plastic adhesion, particularly on…
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