Join us during our conference lunch break for a workshop session sponsored and led by Conagen!
Biomolecules for a New Era of High-Performance Debondable Adhesives
12:00-1:00PM: Workshop led by
J. McNamara, VP of Chemical Applications, Conagen
Discover how Conagen is revolutionizing the field of industrial biotechnology by harnessing biomolecule power to drive materials science innovation. With a focus on applications, performance, and sustainability, Conagen is pioneering the development of high-performance materials, such as debondable hot melt adhesive formulations made from sustainable biomolecules as core active ingredients. This breakthrough technology empowers rework, repair, recycling, and recovery processes, ushering in a new era of eco-friendly and efficient industrial solutions.
Unlike conventional hot melt adhesives that rely on post-curing chemistry to achieve adhesive strength, the Conagen adhesive offers a groundbreaking alternative. This innovative adhesive is engineered with reversible chemical cross-links, driven by the dynamic behavior of bio-molecules that break and spontaneously reform during both bonding and de-bonding processes. In contrast to traditional adhesives, which create irreversible chemical bonds.
Conagen's adhesive formulations prove to be exceptionally versatile and efficient. Our research showcases remarkable results across various substrates, including metal, plastic, glass, composites, and textiles, demonstrating the adhesive's unique de-bonding capabilities, superior strength, and, in certain cases, strength levels exceeding petroleum-based alternatives.
With a growing interest from OEMs, brands, and Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers seeking inventive solutions for challenging applications, Conagen's adhesive technology promises to reshape the adhesive industry landscape.