Assembly Operations Course
This course explores the use of adhesives and sealants in Assembly applications. It begins with a discussion of the market size and trends, an outlook for growth, and assembly best practices for successful bonding and sealing performance. The appliance industry, electronics assembly, alternative energy, and medical equipment segments are covered.
Learning Objectives
- Joining of Components - Mechanical vs. Adhesive
- Designing Adhesive Bonded Joint & Its Merits.
- Assembly Adhesives & Sealants
- Best Practices & Testing Fundamentals
David P Nick, DPNA International Inc.
David Nick was the founder of DPNA International, Inc. He has authored numerous market study reports for the ASC and produced proprietary and global multi-client market studies covering the adhesive, sealant, coatings, and ink industries. Mr. Nick has more than 35 years of experience in the specialty chemicals industry. He began his career at Lord Corporation as an R&D chemist and later as International Chemicals Manager. His last corporate assignment was Manager, International Division of the Caroline Company. Mr. Nick started his consulting practice in 1991. His unparalleled global contacts in the industry include raw material suppliers, users, formulators, and specifiers.