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The inventor of adhesive bandages: how Earle Dickson revolutionised first aid

Posted on: When we think of household inventions, adhesive bandages may not be the first thing that comes to mind. Yet, these small, essential items have saved countless minor injuries from becoming major issues.

Newly invented robotic grippers can pick up strips of film that are 20 times thinner than a human hair

Posted on: Engineers at North Carolina State University have developed a robotic gripper that is gentle enough to pick up a drop of water, strong enough to pick up a 14-pound weight, dexterous enough to fold a cloth, and precise enough to pick up strips of film that are 20 times thinner than a human hair.

T-REX Tape extends partnership with Northampton Saints

Posted on: Northampton Saints has extended its agreement with Shurtape as the Club’s official DIY Tape Partner for a second season.

7th Global Tape Forum, Global Test Methods Committee Meeting & 2024 China Adhesive Tape Forum rescheduled to April 24 to 26, 2024, still in Shanghai

Posted on: At the Adhesive and Tape Annual Conference just concluded last week, the China Adhesives and Tape Industry Association (CATIA) promoted and released the 7th Global Tape Forum/Global Test Methods Committee Meeting & 2024 China Adhesive Tape Forum, which is scheduled in Shanghai from 24 to 26 April 2024.

Avery Dennison: PSA tape for building & construction

Posted on: Avery Dennison Performance Tapes announced the launch of a new line of high-performing pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tape products for the building and construction industry.

Double the fun: a thin, double-sided electrotactile device provides different haptic sensations to each fingertip, enabling immersive VR experiences

Posted on: a thin, double-sided electrotactile device provides different haptic sensations to each fingertip, enabling immersive VR experiences

How to achieve true packaging sustainability

Posted on: No matter what products a company sells, chances are high that they include some sort of packaging.

Avery Dennison: Europe's largest thermodynamic solar plant inaugurated in Turnhout

Posted on: US company Avery Dennison on Wednesday inaugurated a thermodynamic solar power plant at its site in Turnhout, Antwerp Province.

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