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Sika Expands Mortar Plant in Serbia

Sika expects that the expanded production capacities and new warehouse will enable it to continue to penetrate the growing construction markets in Southeast Europe.

July 25, 2019

Sika recently announced that it is expanding its production capacities in Southeast Europe by opening an additional mortar facility, as well as a warehouse for raw materials and end products, at its Simanovci site in Serbia.

Emerging Economies Represent Major Opportunities for Specialty Tapes

The specialty tapes market in emerging economies (e.g., China, India, Brazil, South Africa, and Indonesia) is expected to witness significant growth.

July 17, 2019

The market for specialty tapes is projected to grow from $44.2 billion in 2019 to $59.3 billion by 2024, expanding at a CAGR of 6.1%.

Stick and Stay Stuck: Optimizing Performance for Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives

It is vital to use the correct pressure-sensitive adhesive for the specific material and environment.

Scott Krusinski

July 12, 2019

Production problems…we’ve all been there. Consider this: A new type of plastic was selected for an automotive headlamp component.

SIKA CORP.: Reactive Polyurethane Hot-Melt Adhesive

Sika reports that SikaMelt-675 OT has a broad adhesion spectrum and is suitable for permanent strong bonding of polymers such as ABS, PC, SMC, and PVC; wood and wood-based materials; foams; textiles; aluminum; and painted and primed steel.

July 9, 2019

Sika Corp. recently introduced SikaMelt®-675 OT, a reactive polyurethane hot-melt adhesive for sandwich panel bonding.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Readers Most Interested in RPM International Personnel Appointment

Last week, news from RPM regarding a key addition to its management team drew the most reader interest.

Susan Sutton

July 8, 2019

Who are the movers and shakers at your company? Please send your personnel news to me at suttons@bnpmedia.com.

Wacker China silicon elastomers expansion

Top 5 News that Sticks

Wacker’s Capacity Expansion in China is Top News

Readers last week were most drawn to news from Wacker about its new production line in China.

Susan Sutton

July 1, 2019

Does your company have news to share with the industry? Please send press releases to me at suttons@bnpmedia.com.

Global Methyl Methacrylate Adhesives Market on the Move as Transportation Demands Increase

The composites sub-segment is expected to be the fastest-growing substrate in the global MMA adhesives market.

June 28, 2019

The global methyl methacrylate (MMA) adhesives market was valued at approximately $10.6 billion in 2018 and is projected to cross $13.5 billion by 2024.

MAPEI Donates Product and Volunteers for ProjectVegas

The MAPEI team joined with more than 100 volunteers from throughout the industry to paint, repair, and clean LVRM’s chapel and gym using donated products.

June 24, 2019

MAPEI recently partnered with the charity organization AEC Cares for ProjectVegas, donating time and materials in order to improve conditions at the Las Vegas Rescue Mission (LVRM) in Las Vegas, Nev.

JOWAT: Adhesives for Glued Laminated Timber Construction

Jowapur prepolymers for load-bearing timber construction are reportedly characterized by their particularly high initial strength and internal hold of the bond line.

June 11, 2019

Jowat recently launched a new product family for load-bearing glued laminated timber (glulam) construction.

Builder Confidence Posts Solid Gain in May

Builder sentiment is at its highest level since October 2018.

June 11, 2019

Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes rose three points to 66 in May 2019, according to the latest National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI).