Company and Industry News
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E.V. Roberts First to Achieve Upgraded Certifications We are proud to announce that during the fourth quarter of 2011, E.V. Roberts successfully completed an audit conducted by PRI to achieve AS9100 Rev C and AS9120 Rev A aerospace certifications. E.V. Roberts is the first distributor in our market to achieve the AS9120 Rev A certification and the only recipient in the epoxy formulation / distribution category to achieve both AS9120 Rev A and AS9100 Rev C certifications. To learn more, please read the official announcement or visit our quality certifications page to see all of our certifications and view pertinent documentation.

Momentive Launches Silicone for Solar Applications
Momentive has introduced TSE3822, a new one-component silicone for the frame sealing of polycrystalline modules. This new silicone typically provides strong, yet primer-less adhesion to a wide range of photovoltaic substrates, including aluminum, plastics and glass. Read more

3M Changes Aerospace Specification and Distribution Policies. The 3M Industrial Division no longer certifies materials to aerospace specifications. All materials for aerospace applications must now be certified through the 3M Aerospace Division and sold through an authorized 3M Aerospace distributor. Copies of the official annoucement and the list of affected products are available on our 3M manufacturer page.

Seasoned Aerospace Chemist joins E.V. Roberts’ Technical Team. The E.V. Roberts team has added Doug Soden, who assumes the role of Lead Chemist – providing technical support for commercial material applications and managing the Resin Formulators® custom development laboratory. More detail

Bostik Selects E.V. Roberts as First US Aerospace Distributor
Bostik, a world-leading adhesive and sealant manufacturer, has selected E.V. Roberts as their first authorized distributor to focus specifically on the US aerospace industry. Read more

RPM Technology Selects E.V. Roberts as Aerospace Distributor
RPM Technology, LLC, a technological leader in specialized aerospace solvents and cleaning products, has selected E.V. Roberts as an authorized distributor. Read more

E.V. Roberts receives ITAR certification
The U.S. Department of State has officially issued E.V. Roberts certification in International Traffic in Arms Registration(ITAR). This certification helps to ensure our compliance with federal regulations regarding defense materials. Click here to view our certification letter.

Product Change Notice: Momentive Minusil 5M Filler

Momentive has informed E.V. Roberts of a change in their five micron Minusil filler. This filler is used in a variety products listed in the linked announcement. These products will continue to meet the same physical property specifications, with the exception of color. Read announcement.

NASA Recognizes E.V. Roberts with Quality Award for Mars Rover Program
NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in Pasadena, California has officially recognized the stringent quality control system at E.V. Roberts with a newly created award. E.V. Roberts is the first company to receive the award – resulting from product communications on JPL’s Mars Rover project. read more


E.V. Roberts expands customer support with technologies from Henkel, Coastal Enterprises and DuPont
We are proud to announce the expansion of our product portfolio to include: Alodine and Turco technologies from Henkel, DuPont Vertrel specialty fluids, and moldmaking solutions from Coastal Enterprises. These new product additions underscore our commitment to providing comprehensive support for our customers’ operations.