Dürr has introduced the EcoMeter XS, a compact microdispensing system designed to apply small quantities of adhesives, sealants, and other high-viscosity materials. The system can be used in electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing processes involving … [Read more...]
Henkel to present EV battery materials at The Battery Show
Henkel will present a range of material technologies for electric vehicle (EV) battery development at The Battery Show North America 2026, with a focus on battery performance, design flexibility, lightweighting, and circularity (Booth … [Read more...]
New flame-retardant adhesive materials for fast-charging EV batteries
LMATE has developed halogen-free flame-retardant adhesive materials for fast-charging electric vehicle (EV) batteries. The materials are intended to address thermal management and fire protection requirements as charging rates and battery power … [Read more...]
Thermal gap filler delivers 6.5 W/m·K conductivity
Henkel Adhesive Technologies has launched Bergquist Gap Filler TGF 6500LVO, a two-component thermal interface material for automotive electronics, including electric vehicle (EV) power conversion systems. The silicone-based gap filler provides 6.5 … [Read more...]
Silicone gap filler targets narrow spaces in EV battery packs
Wevo has introduced WEVOSIL 26029 FL, a thermally conductive silicone gap filler designed for compact high-voltage battery and power-electronics assemblies. The material provides thermal conductivity of 3 W/m·K with a density of 2.22 g/cm³. Wevo … [Read more...]
How EV battery architectures are changing structural adhesive requirements
Structural adhesives have been part of vehicle assembly for decades. In the body shop, they sit between welded panels and bonded flanges to improve stiffness and spread load evenly across the joint rather than concentrating it at a single weld point. … [Read more...]
Q&A: How material requirements are changing in EV battery systems
Higher operating voltages and increasingly compact battery designs are placing far greater demands on the materials used throughout electric vehicle (EV) battery systems. Materials once used primarily for assembly are now expected to maintain … [Read more...]
Advanced structural adhesive ideal for EV bonding and vibration damping
Henkel has introduced the Teroson EP 52 Series, a structural adhesive designed for automotive and electric vehicle (EV) applications requiring structural bonding and vibration damping. The heat-curing, solvent-free, one-component adhesive is … [Read more...]
New adhesive tapes for EV battery cell connection systems
Avery Dennison has released new pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes portfolio for electric vehicle (EV) battery cell connection systems (CCS). Cell connection systems are critical to safety and performance in EVs. They help ensure the reliable … [Read more...]
What advances in materials are supporting lighter-weight EV architectures?
Lightweight electric vehicle (EV) architectures implement multi-material designs that combine advanced composites, engineered polymers, structural adhesives, and emerging nano- and bio-based materials. These material systems reduce mass while … [Read more...]
New potting compound ensures insulation stability in harsh operating conditions
Power electronics used in electric vehicles (EVs) and industrial systems are increasingly exposed to sustained heat, humidity, vibration, and electrical stress. Assemblies such as traction inverters, onboard chargers, dc-dc converters, battery … [Read more...]
How adhesives and sealants impact EV connector reliability and service life
Electric vehicle (EV) connectors must operate reliably despite intense vibration, thermal cycling, moisture exposure, and elevated temperatures. Adhesives and sealants applied to connector housings, cable entries, and termination points significantly … [Read more...]
Bonding dissimilar materials in EV structures
To offset the weight of battery packs in electric vehicles (EVs), manufacturers are adopting multi-material strategies that integrate advanced high-strength steels, aluminum alloys, and carbon fiber-reinforced polymers (CFRP). This Q&A addresses … [Read more...]
Avery Dennison introduces adhesives for EV charging stations
To meet the increased North American demand for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, Avery Dennison has introduced a portfolio of versatile pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tapes, graphics, labels, and reflective solutions designed for common EV … [Read more...]
Why are adhesives important for EV thermal management?
Thermal adhesives ensure electric vehicle (EV) systems operate safely and efficiently by maintaining thermal conductivity and mechanical stability. This article discusses thermal adhesives' important role in key EV components such as lithium-ion … [Read more...]
How to improve EV safety with heat management
Heat, and the most effective ways of controlling it, should be top of mind for electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers. Thermal management is crucial to how EVs perform. Without it, the vehicle’s battery may experience accelerated degradation, or worse, … [Read more...]