Articles Tagged with ''sealants in construction''

Sika has opened two plants in Singapore and in Xi'an, Northwest China, allowing the company to respond better to local market demands.

According to data from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau, a limited amount of existing inventory along with solid demand helped new home sales end the year on an up note.

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) has updated a specification providing a means to determine the chemical compatibility of sealants, liquid-applied and self-adhered flashing materials used for the installation of fenestration products.

With the Federal Reserve beginning an easing of monetary policy and builder sentiment improving, single-family starts posted a modest gain in September. 

With expectations of the Federal Reserve beginning the first in a series of rate reductions, potential home buyers held off purchasing new homes in August.

DuPont Performance Building Solutions has unveiled a new broad-coverage spray foam sealant ideal for air sealing seams, joints, large gaps, irregular surfaces, and hard-to-reach spaces.

This new range of sealants is designed to provide superior protection and durability for both residential and commercial projects.

Henkel's Loctite 55 has been awarded the German Packaging Award 2024 in the Functionality and Convenience category.

Saint-Gobain has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire OVNIVER Group in a deal that is expected to close in the first half of 2025, subject to customary conditions. 

The acquired company, Vinaldom, has successfully served the local market for decades with high-quality products that include concrete admixtures, fibers, adhesives, and sealants.