Articles Tagged with ''adhesives in construction''

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Huntsman Acquisition Draws Most Reader Interest

Last week, readers were most drawn to Huntsman’s acquisition of CVC Thermoset Specialties.

Susan Sutton

March 31, 2020

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Business Leaders Call for Infrastructure Investment to Jump-Start the COVID-19 Economy

According to the CED, an efficient investment in cutting-edge infrastructure supports critical components for putting our economy back on solid footing.

March 27, 2020

The Committee for Economic Development (CED) of The Conference Board (CED) recently announced that it is calling for policymakers and businesses to work together to put an emphasis on infrastructure spending now in order to kick-start the U.S. economy in the face of the coronavirus-related downturn.

Mussel Polymers Licenses Underwater Adhesive Technology from Purdue Research Foundation

Called poly(catechol-styrene), the adhesive was engineered to mimic the glue that mussels naturally use to attach to substrates in the ocean.

March 26, 2020

Mussel Polymers Inc. (MPI), a startup created by technology development company Wardenclyffe Chemicals Inc., has licensed patented underwater adhesive technology from the Purdue Research Foundation.

Advancing Adhesives

A New Route to High-Performance Flexible Adhesives and Coatings: 2K STPE/Epoxy Technology

Combining a silyl-terminated polyether with epoxy technology as a two-component system provides a balance of high-strength performance and flexibility with bonding properties similar to traditional epoxies.

Ruolei Wang

March 23, 2020

In the past half-century, the global market for sealants and adhesives in construction and industrial applications has experienced significant growth.

Single-Family Housing Starts Increased in February, but Coronavirus-Related Challenges Lie Ahead

The economic impact of COVID-19 is putting demand for housing and construction projects at risk.

March 23, 2020

Single-family starts increased 6.7% in February 2020, while the multi-family sector saw a decline of 14.9%.

Sika Expands Waterproofing Membrane Production in Switzerland

The new production facility will allow the membranes to be manufactured in a single operation at one site.

March 20, 2020

At its existing site in Sarnen, Switzerland, Sika is putting into operation a new production facility for its SikaProof structural waterproofing membrane.

Housing Production Shows Solid Start to 2020

Regionally in January 2020, combined single- and multi-family housing production increased 31.9% in the Northeast and 1.2% in the West.

March 11, 2020

While total housing starts decreased 3.6% in January 2020, overall permits surged to a 13-year high.

Builder Confidence Remains Solid in February

The last three monthly National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index readings mark the highest sentiment levels since December 2017.

March 2, 2020

Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes edged one point lower to 74 in February, according to the latest National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI).

Strategic Solutions

Evolving Hybrid Adhesives

This first installment of a two-part series highlights the value proposition of today's adhesive chemistries and curing methods to high-value end-use markets.

Aggie Lotz

Robert K. Ddamulira

February 13, 2020

This first installment of a two-part series highlights the value proposition of today's adhesive chemistries and curing methods to high-value end-use markets.

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Readers Most Interested in Sika Award

Last week, readers were keen to read about the award Sika recently received for a silicone adhesive.

February 3, 2020

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This annual event provides current and future leaders in the adhesives and sealants industry with the opportunity to expand their knowledge and network with peers.

Organized by Women in Chemicals, this landmark conference will offer opportunities for networking, learning, and professional development. With a diverse array of sessions, workshops, and social events, participants can expect a dynamic program designed to empower and inspire.