Articles Tagged with ''adhesives in construction''

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Innovation in Flooring Adhesives

Consumer demand is prompting adhesives and sealants manufacturers to innovate in order to reduce claims and increase profitability.

Stephen Chase

August 3, 2017

Our industry has seen an unprecedented increase in moisture-related claims due to many factors associated with a wider selection of floor coverings in use. These factors range from fast-track building construction and the increased use of non-standard size flooring tiles and planks to a reduction in porous floor-covering backings, as well as improperly specified and applied adhesives, improperly trained installers and poor drainage.

Builder Confidence Remains Solid in July, Despite Slip

All three HMI components reportedly registered losses in July, but are still in solid territory.

July 31, 2017

Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes slipped two points in July to a level of 64 from a downwardly revised June reading on the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI).

W.R. MEADOWS: Waterproofing Membrane

July 24, 2017

Clay-tite bentonite waterproofing membrane is a dual layer waterproofing membrane consisting of virgin HDPE, sodium bentonite, and a protective layer of a non-woven polypropylene.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Readers Again Most Interested in News from Ashland

News from Ashland received the most reader interest for the second consecutive week.

Teresa McPherson

July 10, 2017

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.

Housing Market Recovery Prompting Wood Adhesives Market Growth

The demand for timber furniture and plywood building materials has risen significantly.

June 29, 2017

Recovery in the global housing market and increasing consumer spending on luxury furniture and home décor has prompted higher investments in wood adhesives.

Hot Melt Adhesives Market to Grow 5%

The market will reportedly reach a total size of $7.636 billion by 2022.

June 14, 2017

The hot melt adhesives market is projected to witness a compound annual growth rate of 5.83%.

Accelerating Cure of Silicone Adhesives

With proper planning and the continuing advances in silicone technology, how fast you cure silicone adhesives is up to you.

Bill Riegler Henry Sarria Rob Thomaier

June 7, 2017

As production demands have risen, it has become necessary for silicone curing to accelerate accordingly. But how fast can cure take place without compromising strength? And which fast-cure silicones are appropriate for a given application?

Bio-Based Wood Adhesives Market on the Rise

North America is considered the second largest luxury furniture market.

June 2, 2017

Increasing demand for bio-based wood adhesives is a key trend in the global market, according to a recent market research report.

Beacon Roofing Supply Acquires Lowry’s Specialty Distribution

Lowry’s co-owners Keith and Michael Musante will remain with the company.

May 8, 2017

Beacon Roofing Supply Inc. recently announced that it has acquired Lowry’s Specialty Distribution.

3M Reports First-Quarter Sales of $7.7 Billion

Sales were up 3.7% year-on-year.

April 27, 2017

3M recently reported first-quarter sales were $7.7 billion, up 3.7% year-on-year in dollar terms.

This annual Midwest coatings conference combines all of the high-quality technical presentations, exhibits and networking opportunities from the Coatings Trends and Technologies and Powder Coating Summit conferences into one new event. The event caters to both liquid and powder coatings formulators and manufacturers.

As the industry’s premier international event, WAC 2026 offers a unique opportunity for professionals from every continent to connect, collaborate, and shape the future of the sector.