Foam Expo and Adhesives & Bonding Expo Highlight Industry Innovation and Regulatory Challenges
Event summary
- Foam Expo and Adhesives & Bonding Expo took place June 23-25, 2026 in Novi, Michigan.
- The conference featured sessions on innovation, regulatory compliance, and advanced bonding methodologies.
- Key speakers included Angela Cook of Tenneco and Jeff Ellis of EWI.
- Sponsors included CrowdChem, CellMat Technologies, Borouge International, Mactac, and Rubberlite.
The big picture
The event underscored the growing importance of sustainability and regulatory compliance in the adhesives and foam sectors. With a focus on cutting-edge thermal materials and advanced bonding techniques, the conference highlighted the need for strategic adaptation to meet future industry demands. Manufacturing by Informa's role as a leading B2B event producer positions it at the forefront of these critical discussions.
What we're watching
- Regulatory Compliance
- How evolving legislative initiatives will impact the adhesives and foam sectors.
- Technological Advancements
- The pace at which new thermal materials and bonding methodologies are adopted across industries.
- Market Dynamics
- Whether the industry can sustain innovation amid regulatory and environmental challenges.