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Weaker Results in Europe Offset U.S. Gains for RPM in Fiscal 2015 Second Quarter

January 12, 2015

RPM International Inc. recently reported a 10% increase in net income and an 8% increase in earnings per diluted share on flat sales for its fiscal 2015 second quarter.

Spray Polyurethane Foam Application: When Are Workers Safe?

Emissions data collected following spray polyurethane foam application has been used to estimate the time required for workers to safely re-enter and work without respiratory protection.

Richard Wood

January 5, 2015

The determination of trade worker re-entry time following the application of spray polyurethane foam (SPF) in residential and commercial buildings has traditionally been estimated by SPF manufacturers.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Dow Divestments Remain Top News

Dow’s announcement regarding its divestment plans remained in the top position last week.

Susan Sutton

December 8, 2014

This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week.

Worldwide Decorative Laminates Demand to Reach $40 Billion by 2018

December 3, 2014

Global demand for decorative laminates is expected to rise 5.6% per year to 10.7 billion sq m in 2018.

DOW BUILDING SOLUTIONS: Flashing Sealant

November 25, 2014

An alternative to flashing tape, the elastomeric spray reportedly forms a tight, seamless barrier along the rough openings of windows and doors.

Housing Markets Inching Toward Full Recovery

November 14, 2014

Markets in 59 of the approximately 350 metro areas nationwide returned to or exceeded their last normal levels of economic and housing activity in the third quarter of 2014.

Ask Dr. Dave: What are the best adhesives and sealants for construction these days?

Adhesives and sealants for the construction industry have changed dramatically over the last 20 years or so.

November 1, 2014

Dave Dunn's November 2014 column.

A Sealant Solution

Vinyl acetate ethylene binders provide a cost-effective option for sealant applications without compromising formulation quality.

Rick Miner

November 1, 2014

While most consumers might not be able to visually differentiate between one caulk or sealant and another, product formulators and chemists understand the tremendous diversity between products.

CE Marking Compliance: Risks and Rewards for Sealant Manufacturers

Sealant manufacturers should be aware of the new harmonized European Standard for the construction industry.

Paula Fountain

November 1, 2014

The construction industry’s new harmonized European Standard (hEN) has brought conformity to any product declaration or performance claim, and allows free movement of materials throughout the European Union member states.