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Jowat Adopts Polypropylene Carbonate Polyols in Hot-Melt Adhesives

November 10, 2014

Novomer Inc. recently announced that Jowat AG is reportedly the first to commercially adopt Novomer’s new polypropylene carbonate polyols for use in polyurethane hot-melt adhesive applications.

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Readers Most Interested in BASF Acquisition

Last week, news that a BASF business group would be acquired by Archroma drew the most reader interest.

Susan Sutton

November 3, 2014

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

FAQs about Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives (PSAs)

Brands and label converters must consider several factors when choosing a pressure-sensitive adhesive for their application.

November 1, 2014

Brands and label converters must consider several factors when choosing a pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) for their product application—from cost and sustainability to performance to design.

Carbon Dioxide-Based Polycarbonate Polyols for Polyurethane Systems

PPC polyols are a sustainable, low-cost option with performance properties exceeding those of conventional polyols in polyurethane RHM adhesives.

Anna Cherian

November 1, 2014

Traditional polyurethane reactive hot-melt (RHM) adhesives make use of blends of polyester, polyether and, in rare cases, conventional petroleum-based polycarbonate polyols.

Focus On: Bostik Celebrates 125 Years of Innovation

Global adhesive specialist marks the anniversary of the company's founding in 1889.

November 1, 2014

Bostik, a leading global adhesive specialist for industrial manufacturing, construction and consumer markets, marks its 125th anniversary this year.

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Bostik’s New R&D Center is Top News

A new R&D facility for Bostik drew the most reader interest last week.

Susan Sutton

October 27, 2014

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

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Readers Most Interested in Dow Divestments

Last week, readers were most interested in Dow’s announcement regarding divestments.

Susan Sutton

October 20, 2014

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

Bostik Opens R&D Center Near Paris

October 16, 2014

Bostik recently announced it has inaugurated the Bostik Smart Technology Centre, a new research and development center in Venette, France, near Paris.