From in-depth feature articles to breaking news stories, new product releases, and podcasts, ASI readers enjoyed the latest information about the adhesives and sealants industry in 2022.
December 6, 2022
As 2022 draws to a close, we review ASI’s most popular feature articles, news, product announcements, and podcasts of the year.
The new senior vice president and chief technology officer is responsible for Nouryon’s global technology and innovation strategies in alignment with the company’s sustainability and growth targets.
The plastics manufacturer intends to make increasing use of microorganisms and enzymes to make its products and processes even more sustainable. The company is developing new recycling processes based on biotechnology.
The 100% active matter content defoamer with polyether-modified polysiloxane technology meets increasingly stringent regulatory requirements. It does not contain biocides, nor does it require SVHC labeling, and can be used in formulations complying with current regulations.
The production at the new site will be ramped up in stages, starting with the company’s inorganic binder technology INOTEC, and followed by ASK Chemicals’ water-based coatings technology and risers.
The 2023 Annual Convention and EXPO will be held April 17-19, 2023, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Any new technology, market intelligence or timely topics relevant to the adhesive and sealant industry will be considered. The deadline to submit abstracts is December 9, 2022.
The companies are entering into a long-term power purchase agreement with EDF Energy Services LLC (EDF). The agreement intends for American Acryl, a joint venture between the companies, to get 100% of its expected annual energy usage to be supplied by wind power.
Henkel Adhesive Technologies recently recognized the performance of its strategic partners with its Supplier Awards 2022. With these annual recognitions, Henkel honors the close and successful collaboration across its value chains.
In addition to exterior coatings and pressure-sensitive adhesives, other common uses of the new emulsifier include paint binders; adhesives and sealants; textile and nonwoven binders; paper coatings; and building and construction applications. The product is currently available in Asia, Europe, and Latin America.