3M launches website featuring adhesives, tapes for assembly

3M has launched a website at www.3m.com/assemblysolutions as a starting point for engineers to review the company’s adhesives and tapes as alternatives to mechanical fasteners, welds, and rivets.

The site provides an overview of common applications for the products and rates the attributes of each technology across a number of critical design characteristics. It also gives visitors the ability to connect with 3M experts to discuss their specific designs and applications. The experts can offer assistance while considering all the essential factors, such as substrates, process, product life cycle, environmental impacts, and value.