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Bostik to Acquire Adhesive Powder Producer Fixatti

Fixatti operates two sites in Europe and one in China, employs 180 people, and reports sales of some €55 million (approximately $63.1 million).

July 23, 2020

Arkema recently announced its proposed acquisition of Fixatti, a company that produces high-performance thermobonding adhesive powders.

Covestro Looks to Ensure Continuity with Toepfer Contract Extension

By extending Thomas Toepfer’s contract ahead of schedule, Covestro reports that it took a major step to ensure continuity in economically challenging times.

July 22, 2020

The supervisory board of Covestro AG has early extended the contract of board of management member Thomas Toepfer, Ph.D., by five years.

Shurtape Technologies Joins Contractor Rewards Program

The Contractor Rewards Loyalty Program rewards over 62,000 participating builders, remodelers, and trade contractors in U.S. residential and light commercial construction markets when they purchase products associated with coalition partners.

July 22, 2020

Shurtape Technologies, LLC recently announced that it has joined Contractor Rewards, a national coalition loyalty program for the trades that encompasses top-tier building products manufacturers and brands.

Dow Receives Top Score on 2020 Disability Equality Index

The Disability Equality Index survey measures key performance indicators across culture, leadership, accessibility, employment practices, community engagement, support services, and supplier diversity.

July 20, 2020

For the fourth consecutive year, Dow has received a top score on the 2020 Disability Equality Index, again placing the company among the Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion.

Coatex and Omya Announce Distribution Partnership for Australia and New Zealand

Omya has been appointed the official distributor for Coatex Asia Pacific’s coatings, adhesives, and sealants product range in Australia and New Zealand.

July 20, 2020

Omya recently announced a new distribution agreement with Coatex Asia Pacific Inc.

New SOCMA Census Points to Strong Level of Business Confidence for Specialty Chemicals Supply Chain

SOCMA developed the “Specialty Chemicals Industry Census” as part of a strategic focus on building commercial growth opportunities.

July 17, 2020

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) recently released the findings of its inaugural industry census, which indicates specialty chemical companies remain bullish despite the uncertain landscape.

Asiga Leverages Henkel’s Open Materials Platform to Focus on 3D-Printed Production Parts

Working together, Asiga and Henkel are leveraging their experience in chemistry and 3D-printing technologies to drive the next level in additive manufacturing production.

July 16, 2020

Asiga has joined Henkel’s Open Materials Platform to provide the additive manufacturing industry with production-grade 3D-printed parts that are both accurate and functional.

Stamets Named Vice President of Industrial Marketing for Shurtape Technologies

In his new role, Kevin Stamets will lead the design and execution of the global B2B marketing strategy for Shurtape brand tape products.

July 15, 2020

Shurtape Technologies, LLC recently announced that Kevin Stamets has joined the company as vice president of Industrial Marketing within the Industrial Group.

Welch and Bouck Join Reynolds Sales Team

Hank Welch will manage sales in Dalton and other parts of North Georgia, while Daniel Bouck will manage sales in the Atlanta area and the region from Georgia to Florida.

July 14, 2020

The Reynolds Co. recently announced that Hank Welch and Daniel Bouck have joined the company as sales representatives.