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Advancing Adhesives: A Natural Feedstock

A new carbon-negative bio-butanol production technology uses cellulose as its feedstock.

January 2, 2014

ITRI (Industrial Technology Research Institute), Taiwan’s largest and a leading international high-tech applied research institution, recently introduced ButyFix, reportedly the first biochemical technology for bio-butanol transportation fuel production with a negative carbon footprint.

Using Bio-Waste and Other Alternatives as Green Adhesives

Waste materials can be reused to develop renewable and even biodegradable products.

Shri Thanedar, Ph.D.

November 1, 2013

The use of bio-waste and other alternatives to produce green adhesive products is growing in popularity due to increased industry regulations and a steady public opinion to support green products.

Strategic Solutions: State-of-the-Industry Report

Recovery in the U.S. continues on solid footing, with the construction sector finally showing solid signs of growth.

Daniel S. Murad

November 1, 2013

2013 can only be characterized as the first year in the recent past where all was quiet on the front lines of the adhesives and sealants industry—especially as compared to the significant volatility the industry has been experiencing since the beginning of the 2008 recession.

LANXESS: Booth 12

Our wide range of active ingredient biocides do not adversely affect bonding properties.

September 24, 2013

LANXESS offers biocides for adhesives, sealants, and related applications.

DOW MICROBIAL CONTROL: Biocide Guide

August 22, 2013

This company, a business unit of The Dow Chemical Co., has introduced its first comprehensive biocide product selection guide for North America.

Advancing Adhesives: School Glues Go Green

Penford Products has teamed up with Elmer’s to develop natural school glues.

August 5, 2013

Penford Products, a division of Penford Corp. and a leading global supplier of specialty bio-products for use in industrial applications including coatings, adhesives and polymers, has announced its support behind the launch of a natural school glue jointly developed with Elmer’s Products Inc.

Market Trends: Developing Regions Drive Global Adhesives and Sealants Demand

Developed regions including Europe, Japan and the U.S. have long represented major markets for adhesives.

July 1, 2013

Developed regions including Europe, Japan, and the U.S. have long represented major markets for adhesives.

Myriant Begins Production of Bio-Succinic Acid in Germany

June 18, 2013

Myriant Corp. recently announced the successful scaling and commercial production of bio-succinic acid at ThyssenKrupp Uhde’s biotech commercial validation facility in Leuna, Germany.