ASC and Knovel Partner to Launch a New e-Library


Twenty-Seven References Made Available to Adhesive and Sealant Industry Professionals

NEW YORK, Jan. 22 -- Knovel Corporation (www.knovel.com), a leading provider of revolutionary Web-based research and information services, announces a new partnership with the Adhesive and Sealant Council, a leading trade association in the global adhesive and sealant industry community.

Under the partnership, ASC and Knovel have developed a customized electronic library (e-Library) that brings essential research data and unique problem-solving technology to its members. The e-Library provides complimentary access to industry-related references that present faster, more convenient solutions for tackling difficult, time-consuming tasks. This new service grants all ASC members online access to full-text versions of 27 reference books spanning topics like material weathering, solvents and fillers, polymer coatings for electronics, adhesive bonds and packaging.

Using the Knovel publishing platform, ASC will serve its goals to proactively provide information to the industry and deliver state-of-the art educational programs while presenting new cutting-edge membership benefits to the adhesive and sealant community. "Our recent partnership with Knovel indicates our commitment to being a prime provider of next-generation membership services," said ASC Director of Member Services, Joe Stevenson. "The Adhesive and Sealant Council's dedication to helping our member companies achieve their goals through their use of technology is present through our offering of Knovel's extensive collection of content that introduces tools that are critical to their every-day workflow."

Knovel's specialized collection of interactive analytical tools help scientists and engineers extract information from traditionally static graphs and tables for mathematical calculations, equation solving, and sorting and exporting of tabular data. Knovel brings together essential content and advanced workflow solutions to provide researchers with practical new ways of quickly finding and applying critical data.

"Knovel continues to invest in strategic partnerships that bring the use of next-generation technology and aggregated content to a level of visibility that is very unique," said Knovel Director of Channel Development & Professional Society Relations, Monica Nogueira. "In partnering with ASC, Knovel presents a high-quality, interactive service to the adhesive and sealant industry as a unique membership benefit."

The Adhesive and Sealant Council joins other Knovel partners in the professional societies realm including American Institute of Chemical Engineers, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Royal Society of Chemistry and Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

About Knovel

Knovel Corporation -- www.knovel.com -- is one of the most comprehensive providers of revolutionary Web-based information services that increase productivity for millions of engineers, scientists and librarians worldwide. Knovel integrates references from over 40 publishers into virtual libraries embedded with analysis software. Knovel's intuitive platform helps researchers quickly locate data, analyze it, and export the results. Knovel is used by over 500 major corporations, universities, and government agencies worldwide.

The Adhesive and Sealant Council

Established in 1958, The Adhesive and Sealant Council Inc. (ASC) -- www.ascouncil.org -- is a North American trade association dedicated to representing the adhesive and sealant industry. ASC is bound by the collective efforts of its members, and strives to improve the industry operating environment and strengthen its member companies. ASC members account for more than 75% of the aggregate industry revenues, exceeding some $6 billion annually.

Source: Knovel Corporation

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