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Sika Expands Shotcrete Admixture Production in France

Though COVID-19 has sparked a contraction in France’s construction sector this year, a recovery is forecast for 2021.

November 16, 2020

Sika has started production of shotcrete admixtures at its main plant in Gournay-en-Bray, France.

ICP BUILDING SOLUTIONS GROUP: PVC Spray Contact Adhesive for Roofing Applications

Polyset PVC spray contact adhesive is reportedly engineered to adhere most PVC membranes to most vertical walls and substrates for commercial low-slope roofing applications.

November 12, 2020

ICP Building Solutions Group has launched its new Polyset PVC spray contact adhesive, which was reportedly designed as a portable, self-containing, single-component solution.

Pressure-Sensitive Glazing Tapes for Window Fabrication

Residential and commercial window manufacturers depend on pressure-sensitive tapes to provide immediate handleability and increased throughput during fabrication.

Rick Alexander

November 12, 2020

Pressure-sensitive glazing tapes form a bond and seal between an insulated glass unit (IGU) and a framing system, window sash, or door. The term “glazing tape” is used throughout the residential and commercial fenestration industries but can mean different types of products to different end users.

Remodeling Industry Confidence Surges in 2020 Third Quarter

Findings from the National Association of Home Builders’ recent Remodeling Market Index signals residential remodelers’ strong confidence in their markets, for projects of all sizes.

November 6, 2020

The National Association of Home Builders recently released its Remodeling Market Index for the third quarter of 2020.

Adhesives Technology Announces 250 DOT Approvals Nationwide

These additions bring the total of ATC products approved in Alabama to nine and push the company’s nationwide approvals to 250.

November 4, 2020

The Alabama Department of Transportation (DOT) recently issued an approval for three Adhesives Technology Corp. products for use on its highways and bridges.

MACTAC: Industrial Tapes

MacBond FBR899 series tapes are offered in transfer adhesive and double-coated film form with a 0.5-mil PET carrier.

October 29, 2020

Mactac Industrial Tapes recently announced the launch of MacBond FBR899 series tapes, a line of industrial tapes designed to adhere to nearly any surface.

Adhesive and Sealant Council Partners with National Institute of Building Sciences

ASC and NIBS will work to connect the full value chain with regards to education and awareness on selection and guidance on sealant technology in vertical wall assemblies.

October 27, 2020

The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) recently announced a partnership with the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS).

New Home Sales at Highest Pace Since September 2006

On a year-to-date basis in August, new home sales were up in all four regions.

October 14, 2020

Sales of newly built, single-family homes in August topped the 1 million mark and reached their highest pace since September 2006.

MAPEI Wins 2020 GreenStep Product Award

The GreenStep Product award is presented to companies with “flooring or flooring-related product(s) that are manufactured sustainably or promote sustainable living.”

October 13, 2020

MAPEI recently announced that it received the 2020 GreenStep Product award from Floor Covering Weekly magazine at the virtual GreenStep Environmental Awards presentation.