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Avery Dennison Completes Vestcom Acquisition

Vestcom is a provider of pricing and branded labeling solutions at the shelf-edge for retailers and consumer packaged goods companies.

September 3, 2021

Avery Dennison Corp. recently announced that it has completed its acquisition of Vestcom for the purchase price of $1.45 billion, subject to customary adjustments.

Pastor Appointed Global Information Technology Manager for Chromaflo

James Pastor has more than 25 years of information technology experience with a broad range of technical platforms.

September 2, 2021

Chromaflo Technologies recently named James (Jim) Pastor its global Information Technology manager in the IT Department.

Nine New Members Join ASC in 2021

New member companies represent different aspects of the adhesive and sealant supply chain.

September 2, 2021

The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) has welcomed nine new members to its ranks since the start of the year.

Arkema to Acquire Ashland’s Performance Adhesives Division for Nearly $1.7 Billion

According to Arkema, the acquisition aligns with the group’s ambition to become a pure specialty materials player by 2024 while supporting Bostik’s strong long-term growth ambition.

August 31, 2021

Arkema recently announced that it has signed an agreement for the acquisition of Ashland’s Performance Adhesives business.

VanBriesen to Lead NSF Division of Chemical, Bioengineering, Environmental and Transport Systems

VanBriesen’s main research interests are in sustainable natural and engineered water systems.

August 31, 2021

The U.S. National Science Foundation has selected Jeanne M. VanBriesen, Ph.D., to serve as division director for the Division of Chemical, Bioengineering, Environmental and Transport Systems.

World Economic Forum to Establish Global Centre for Urban Transformation in Detroit

The center aims to increase public-private collaboration in cities and advance more inclusive and sustainable models for urban development.

August 30, 2021

The World Economic Forum recently announced plans to establish a new global Centre for Urban Transformation headquartered in Detroit, Mich.

Bucher Named Chief Financial Officer for Archroma as Waibel Retires

Bucher joins Archroma from Alpiq Holding AG.

August 30, 2021

Archroma recently announced that it has appointed Thomas Bucher its new chief financial officer, effective October 1, 2021.

Study Shows Manufacturing Optimism Buoyed by Innovation and Adaptability

The study found that manufacturers appear more likely than other sectors to do business differently than they did pre-pandemic, with a new focus on productivity and efficiency.

August 27, 2021

While manufacturers continue to face supply chain disruptions as a result of the pandemic, these companies are more optimistic than the national average, saying they expect overall economic conditions in the U.S. will improve, according to a recent study from Umpqua Bank.