Advanced Dual-Cross-Linking Strategy for Upgrading Formaldehyde-Free Olefin Adhesives.

Adhesives are extensively used in industry and construction, with formaldehyde-free options gaining popularity due to their enhanced safety and chemical stability. However, their water resistance remains a significant limitation. In this study, a simple and efficient strategy based on a physicochemical dual cross-linking synergistic network was proposed to develop a new formaldehyde-free adhesive (IBMP-BT).

Fabrication of an Ultrastrong Formaldehyde-Free Wood Adhesive with an Organic-Inorganic Cross-Linking Network.

The wood industry faces challenges in producing eco-friendly, high-performance, and formaldehyde-free adhesives. In this study, carboxylated styrene-butadiene rubber (XSBR) was blended with polyamidoamine-epichlorohydrin (PAE) resin, and a controlled amount of CaCO powder was incorporated to create an adhesive with exceptional strength. The resulting three-layer plywood demonstrated remarkable dry and wet shear strengths of 3.