Articles Tagged with ''sealants in construction''

AGC CHEMICALS: Architectural Sealant

July 11, 2016

AsahiGuard™ for stone and tile reportedly provides the most effective deterrent to liquid- and oil-based stains.

Wacker Expands Elastomer Production

Wacker Chemie AG recently announced it is expanding its silicone elastomer production capacity in Jincheon, South Korea.

June 28, 2016

The new facilities will include production plants for silicone sealants, specialty silicones, and liquid silicone rubber.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Hot Melts Market Predictions Received Most Reader Interest

News about the global hot melts market garnered the most reader interest last week.

Teresa McPherson

June 6, 2016

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.

Arkema Expands Bostik Manufacturing Capacities in Malaysia

Bostik recently announced it has expanded its cementitious products manufacturing capacities at its Seremban plant in Malaysia.

May 31, 2016

With the significant expansion of its production capacities in Seremban, Bostik has increased its manufacturing presence in Malaysia.

W.R. MEADOWS: Membrane Brochure

May 31, 2016

PRECON is the subject of a new brochure from this company.

Construction Chemicals Market to Grow 8%

The construction chemicals market is estimated at $19.9 billion in 2015 and forecasted to be $21.4 billion in 2016.

May 27, 2016

The market is expected to maintain a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9% between 2016 and 2022.

Builder Confidence Holds Firm in April

Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes remained unchanged in April.

May 11, 2016

The HMI components that measure sales expectations in the next six months rose one point to 62.

Strategic Solutions

Sustainable Raw Materials: How to Plan for Market Success

A business plan based on a clear understanding of decision drivers

Susan Anderson

May 2, 2016

Comprehensive initiatives designed to preserve and improve the environment are included in virtually all manufacturers’ corporate communications. According to the Sheldon Group, 25% of major brand owners have implemented scorecards to rate suppliers and products on environmental impact, and 30-40% more are being developed.

W.R. MEADOWS: Waterproofing Brochure

April 20, 2016

An updated waterproofing brochure reportedly features information on the company’s full line of waterproofing products.

ASC Drafts Sealants Product Category Rule

The Adhesive and Sealant Council recently announced that it has created the first draft of a Product Category Rule for North America.

April 19, 2016

The PCR sets the rules that industry should follow when conducting a Life Cycle Assessment.

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.