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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).

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.

Flexible Formulation of Waterborne Caulks and Sealants

Eliminating external plasticizers can improve performance in waterborne caulks and sealants.

Rick Miner

July 3, 2017

A caulking sealant has three basic functions: filling a gap between two or more substrates; forming a barrier through the physical properties of the sealant itself and by adhesion to the substrate; and maintaining sealing properties for the expected lifetime, service conditions, and environments.

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.

Accella Completes Purchase of Polyurethane Foam Business from Covestro

Accella Polyurethane Systems LLC recently announced it has completed the purchase of certain assets of the North American spray polyurethane foam (SPF) business from Covestro LLC.

April 10, 2017

"We are very pleased to announce the completion of this important acquisition,” said Andy Harris CEO and president.