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Avery Dennison Completes Smartrac Acquisition

According to Avery Dennison, Smartrac has a proven track record for developing and commercializing effective, high-value, and high-quality RFID products.

March 4, 2020

Avery Dennison Corp. recently announced that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of Smartrac’s Transponder business for the purchase price of €225 million (approximately $248.1 million), subject to customary adjustments.

Wheeler Appointed to Graco Board of Directors

Kevin J. Wheeler serves as president and CEO of A. O. Smith Corp., a position he’s held since September 2018.

March 4, 2020

Graco Inc. recently announced that Kevin J. Wheeler has been appointed a member of the company’s board of directors, effective February 28, 2020.

Jowat Names von der Heide Head of Sales

Kay-Henrik von der Heide succeeds Ulrich Schmidt, who has left Jowat at his own request after more than 20 years with the company.

March 3, 2020

Kay-Henrik von der Heide has been appointed Jowat SE’s new head of Sales, taking on responsibility for all direct sales activities in the company’s “national” and “international” sales divisions.

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New Henkel Facility in India Leads the News

An announcement from Henkel regarding its latest manufacturing facility drew the most reader interest last week.

Susan Sutton

March 2, 2020

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Maroon Group Promotes Beavis to Operations Manager

Dustin Beavis joined Maroon Group in August 2019 as an operations specialist, bringing with him over three years of operations management experience.

March 2, 2020

Maroon Group recently announced that Dustin Beavis has been named operations manager for the Avon, Ohio, facility.

Sika Joins Supply Chain Sustainability Initiative

Sika reports that its goal is a 12% reduction in carbon dioxide emissions per ton manufactured by 2023.

March 2, 2020

Sika recently announced that it has joined the Together for Sustainability (TfS) initiative as a new member.

Clunie Named Sales and Marketing Director for Mactac Performance Adhesives Group

Kevin Clunie will lead strategic direction for all sales and marketing functions within Mactac’s Roll Label business.

February 28, 2020

Mactac recently announced that it has named Kevin Clunie Sales and Marketing director in its Performance Adhesives Group.

3M Recognized by Ethisphere Institute as One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 7th Consecutive Year

3M reports that its leaders create and promote a workplace environment where compliance and ethical business conduct are expected and encouraged through leading by example.

February 27, 2020

The Ethisphere Institute recently recognized 3M for ethics and integrity in business conduct and compliance for the seventh straight year.

Scarborough Named Vice President of Collaborative Innovation at ChemQuest

For the past 25+ years, Victoria Scarborough has reportedly advanced technology in the public and private sectors.

February 27, 2020

The ChemQuest Group, Inc. recently announced the addition of Victoria Scarborough, Ph.D., in the position of vice president of Collaborative Innovation.

Huntsman Completes Icynene-Lapolla Acquisition

The acquisition of Icynene-Lapolla is reportedly aligned with Huntsman’s strategy of growing its downstream polyurethanes business.

February 26, 2020

Huntsman Corp. recently announced that it has completed its acquisition of Icynene-Lapolla, a North American manufacturer and distributor of spray polyurethane foam (SPF) insulation systems for residential and commercial applications.