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Sika to Acquire China-Based Silicone Sealants and Adhesives Manufacturer Crevo-Hengxin

Crevo-Hengxin is a family-owned manufacturer of a broad range of silicone products used for solar energy, facades, fenestration, insulated glass, interior finishing, and other sealing and bonding applications.

September 10, 2019

Sika recently announced that it has agreed to acquire Crevo-Hengxin, a Chinese manufacturer of silicone sealants and adhesives used in both industry and construction applications.

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Readers Most Interested in Meridian Adhesives’ Latest Acquisition

Last week, news regarding Meridian Adhesives’ acquisition of Epoxies, Etc. garnered much reader interest.

Susan Sutton

September 9, 2019

How are acquisitions affecting the adhesives and sealants industry?

Ashland Completes Sale of Composites Business and Butanediol Facility to INEOS

Net proceeds from the sale are approximately $930 million.

September 9, 2019

Ashland Global Holdings Inc. recently announced that it has completed the previously announced sale of its Composites business (excluding the Maleic business) and butanediol manufacturing facility in Marl, Germany, to INEOS Enterprises in a transaction valued at $1.015 billion.

Federal Process Aligns Gasoila Portfolio Under New FedPro Division

According to the company, the FedPro division encompasses a solutions-driven portfolio of B2B and B2C products that enhance user productivity.

September 9, 2019

Federal Process Corp. recently announced the realignment of its Gasoila brand and full product line under the newly established FedPro division.

Youland Joins ChemQuest as Director

David Youland is reportedly recognized for strengths in market research, competitive intelligence, strategic planning, new product and market development, acquisition evaluation, and the development of strategic alliances and partnerships.

September 6, 2019

The ChemQuest Group, Inc. recently announced the addition of David Youland in the position of director.

Azelis Americas Expands Relationship with Huntsman Advanced Materials to Cover Entire U.S.

As of October 1, 2019, Azelis will provide its customers access to Huntsman Advanced Materials products in the West Coast and Northeast U.S., complementing its existing relationship in other regions.

September 5, 2019

Azelis Americas CASE, LLC recently announced that it has entered into an agreement with Huntsman Advanced Materials (HAM) for a territory expansion.

Croke Named Director of R&D for Enercon

Brian Croke will oversee new product development and the continuous improvement of existing products across all induction cap sealing and surface treating lines for Enercon.

September 5, 2019

Enercon Industries Corp. recently announced that Brian Croke has been named director of Research & Development.

Industrial Caulk and Seal Promotes Miller to Foreman

Colton Miller reportedly joined Industrial Caulk and Seal in early 2018 from the world of heavy machining and manufacturing.

September 4, 2019

Industrial Caulk and Seal (ICS) recently announced that it has promoted Colton Miller to the position of foreman.

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Chromaflo Technologies’ Personnel Adjustments Lead the News

Readers last week were most interested in news from Chromaflo Technologies regarding a number of personnel announcements.

Susan Sutton

September 3, 2019

Do you have personnel news to share with the industry? Please send press releases to me at suttons@bnpmedia.com.

DIC to Acquire BASF’s Global Pigments Business

DIC reports that its acquisition of BASF Colors & Effects will broaden its portfolio as a global manufacturer of pigments, including those for electronic displays, cosmetics, coatings, plastics, inks, and specialty applications.

September 3, 2019

DIC Corp. recently announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire BASF’s global pigments business, known as BASF Colors & Effects (BCE).