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Omya Announces Distribution Agreement with SONGWON Industrial Group

Omya now represents SONGWON in the coatings, adhesives and construction markets throughout the U.S. and Canada.

April 12, 2018

Omya recently announced a new distribution agreement with SONGWON Industrial Group.

ASHLAND: Paint Thickener

April 10, 2018

This company is broadening its portfolio of hydrophobically modified hydroxyethylcellulose (HMHEC) products with the introduction of Natrosol Plus 550 HMHEC.

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H.B. Fuller Retains Top News Spot

For the fourth consecutive week, H.B. Fuller’s restructuring news was the most read.

Teresa McPherson

April 9, 2018

This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week on our website, as well as our eNewsletter and social media platforms.

Sartomer Expands Distribution Agreement with Harwick Standard

The agreement will allow the company to market and sell Sartomer specialty (meth) acrylate additives and co-agents.

April 4, 2018

Sartomer Americas recently announced that it is expanding its distribution network through a partnership with Harwick Standard Distribution Corp.

MICHELMAN: Surface Additive

April 3, 2018

This company’s new wood coating is a water-based surface additive for use in exterior wood stains and sealants.

Stepan Completes BASF Surfactant Business Acquisition

The facility is located close to Mexico City.

March 30, 2018

Stepan Co. recently announced that, through a subsidiary in Mexico, it has closed on the previously announced agreement with BASF Mexicana, S.A. DE C.V.

U.S. Chemical Production Drops Slightly in February

During February, chemical output reportedly moved lower in all regions, except the Northeast which saw a small gain and the Mid-Atlantic and West Coast regions that experienced flat growth.

March 23, 2018

The U.S. Chemical Production Regional Index (U.S. CPRI) eased by 0.1% in February, following a 0.3% decline in January, and a 2.3% gain in December, as measured on a three-month moving average (3MMA) basis.

Hooper Elected Tri-Tex CEO

Hooper has more than 30 years of specialty chemical industry experience.

March 22, 2018

Tri-Tex recently announced that Richard Hooper has been appointed chief executive officer.

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H.B. Fuller’s Restructuring Announcement Makes Top News

Last week, H.B. Fuller’s restructuring announcement received the most reader clicks.

Teresa McPherson

March 19, 2018

This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week on our website, as well as our eNewsletter and social media platforms.