The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) recently announced the election of Dennis Bray, Ph.D., FSME, as its 2013 president.

The Adhesive and Sealant Council Inc. (ASC) recently announced that Bob Marquette, president and CEO of Bostik Inc. and senior vice president of Bostik worldwide, has joined its Board of Directors.

AkzoNobel recently announced that Graeme Armstrong will become its managing director for Surface Chemistry and director for North America.

Sartomer USA LLC recently announced it has appointed Heather Rayle, Ph.D., its senior business director.

Warren Rupp Inc. recently announced the promotion of Scott T. Aiello to the role of general manager.

Nordson Corp. recently announced the appointment of Joseph Stockunas to group vice president for Electronic Systems, a new role within the company’s Advanced Technology Systems segment.

Michelman recently announced it has formed an Engineered Wood business unit and has made four personnel changes.

Michelman recently announced the hiring of Jean-Marc Verhaeghe as the company’s new managing director for Europe.

Loparex BV recently announced the appointment of Ruud Wigman as European Sales and Marketing director, effective March 4.

PPG Industries recently announced several executive appointments that are effective immediately, unless otherwise noted.