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Green Polyurethane Sealants Spurring Market Growth

The latest trend gaining momentum in the market is rising popularity of eco-friendly and bio-based polyurethane sealants.

December 28, 2017

The global polyurethane (PU) sealants market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.42% during from 2017-2021.

Expedition Northeast India

Scientists often look to nature to find alternative ways to current methods, and researchers in northeast India are doing just that.

Joan Mantini

December 20, 2017

Researchers from several institutes are partnering under the guidance of the Chemical Ecology Network Program in a course titled “Chemical Ecology of the Northeast Region.”

Top 5 News that Sticks

Michelman Makes Top News

Last week, news about Michelman’s expansion received the most reader interest.

Teresa McPherson

December 11, 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.

Top 5 News that Sticks

H.B. Fuller Continues to Dominate the News

For the second consecutive week, news about H.B. Fuller’s LEED® Gold certification received the most reader clicks.

Teresa McPherson

December 4, 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.

Global Bioadhesives Market Continues to Jump 13%

A range of applications reportedly represent the key factor driving the global bioadhesive market.

November 28, 2017

The global bioadhesive market reached a value of $1.4 billion in 2016 and is expected to reach a value of $3 billion by 2022.

The Future Is in Sustainability and Safety

To remain competitive, suppliers must deliver innovations that enable formulators to develop products that satisfy consumer demand.

Hong Zheng

November 1, 2017

Sustainability has become a key driver for the adhesives industry. Once considered a “nice to have” feature, sustainability is increasingly valued by both adhesive producers and end users. In addition, regulations calling for safer, cleaner materials, especially in Europe, are driving the demand for more environmentally friendly products.

Advancing Adhesives

Underwater Bonding

A new “biomimetic” glue can provide high-strength bonding under water.

Erin Easterling

November 1, 2017

When it comes to underwater adhesion, shellfish are the true experts. Mussels, barnacles and oysters attach to rocks with apparent ease. Yet our man-made glues often fail when trying to stick in wet environments. “Our current adhesives are terrible at wet bonding, yet marine biology solved this problem eons ago,” said Jonathan Wilker, a professor of chemistry and materials engineering at Purdue University.

Editor's Memo

The Future is Now

Consumers today want to make sure they are buying high-quality products that are also good for the environment.

Teresa McPherson

November 1, 2017

Today’s environmentally conscious consumer does more than just buy organic, fair-trade groceries and recycle newspapers and glass containers. Now, consumers research the everyday items they buy in the same way as big-ticket purchases like TVs or cars, to make sure they are both high-quality products and good for the environment.

Novomer to Open Innovation Center

The company is expected to employ about 60 chemists, engineers, lab technicians, and other personnel at the new facility.

October 23, 2017

Novomer Inc. recently announced plans to open a new innovation center in Rochester, N.Y.

Minnesota Seeks Funding in Renewable Energy Initiatives

Joan Mantini

October 18, 2017

Energy and agriculture experts in Minnesota are working on securing loans and grants for the states renewable energy initiatives by tweaking the energy component to the farm bill.