Henkel at Productronica: to Present its Innovative Liquid Sealant and Gasketing Products

Henkel is appearing at this years Productronica (November 12 to 15 in Munich, Germany) where it will be presenting, in particular, its innovative liquid sealant and gasketing products for the automotive industry. With its two polyacrylate-based liquid gasketing products Loctite 5883 and Loctite 5810 B, the world market leader in adhesives, sealants and surface treatment technologies is able to offer solutions which, thanks to their high flexibility and minimal permeability, ensure optimum results in the sealing of transmission control systems.

Productronica is the world trade fair for innovative electronics manufacturing famed for showcasing the very latest in cutting edge technology, from electronic components and software and to services of every conceivable kind. Modern technologies that ensure tight joints between disparate, often lightweight materials, and high-performance products offering long durability are key ingredients enjoying high demand in todays automotive industry. With its two newly developed liquid sealants under the Loctite brand, Henkel is able to offer innovative solutions for the complex requirements encountered in automobile construction.

Seamless gasket application with Loctite 5883

Loctite 5883 is used, for example, to seal engine covers, oil pans and electric control covers. This UV-curing liquid gasket can be applied directly to the mating surface of components where it sets within 30 to 60 seconds. Its rapid curing capability means shorter cycle times, enabling process costs incurred by manufacturers to be substantially reduced. Moreover, Loctite 5883 ensures fast, high-precision production of the assemblies involved, simply because it eliminates the need to fabricate a separate gasket and place it between the mating components.

A further advantage of Loctite 5883 lies in the fact that the liquid gasket can be seamlessly applied. It is also up to ten times more resistant to engine oil than conventional silicone gaskets. The liquid sealant also offers very good adhesion on both metal and plastic surfaces.

Reduced material costs with Loctite 5810 B