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Editor's Memo

Talking Adhesive and Sealants Tapes

Foam tapes and tapes for wearables are just two uses of adhesive tape.

May 1, 2018

At my house, tape is a precious commodity. Whether it’s needed for wrapping a gift, or my kids’ use in building a robot out of random empty boxes, or adhering doodads to the pages of a scrapbook, we go through roll after roll of the stuff. But what about more high-tech uses of tape? Foam tapes are used in a range of markets, such as automotive, packaging, electronics and medical, and serve a number of functions.

Covestro Employees Receive Women in Manufacturing Award

The STEP Ahead Awards honor women and their achievements at all levels of the manufacturing industry.

April 24, 2018

Covestro LLC employees Julia Rubino, Myriam Gateault and Patti Opacic were selected as recipients of the “Women in Manufacturing STEP Ahead Awards,” presented by The Manufacturing Institute.

SOCMA Addresses Proposed China Tariffs’ Impact to Chemical Industry

A statement was issued from Jennifer Abril, SOCMA president and CEO.

April 9, 2018

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers and Affiliates (SOCMA) recently responded to an announcement by China that it plans to impose tariffs on billions of dollars in U.S. exports.

Editor's Memo

Collaborating for Success in the Adhesives and Sealants Industry

Teamwork among departments can ensure business success in multiple settings.

Teresa McPherson

April 2, 2018

The issue you are holding in your hands (whether a physical copy or virtual on an electronic device) is the result of the collaboration of a number of people in various locations around the globe—many of whom have never met!

Top 5 News that Sticks

H.B. Fuller Dominates the News with Restructuring Announcement

For the third consecutive week, H.B. Fuller’s restructuring news was the most read.

Teresa McPherson

April 2, 2018

This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week on our website, as well as our eNewsletter and social media platforms.

Arkema and Hexcel to Partner on Aerospace Composites

As part of this partnership, a joint research and development laboratory will be established.

March 28, 2018

Hexcel and Arkema have signed a strategic alliance to develop thermoplastic composite solutions for the aerospace sector.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Again, H.B. Fuller’s Restructuring Announcement Sparks Most Reader Interest

H.B. Fuller held onto the number-one spot with its restructuring announcement.

Teresa McPherson

March 26, 2018

This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week on our website, as well as our eNewsletter and social media platforms.

IPC Urges Trump to Take Measured Approach in Tariffs on Electronics from China

The tariffs will reportedly increase the cost of technology products for U.S. consumers and businesses without an appreciable impact on the balance of trade between the two countries.

March 26, 2018

IPC recently expressed concern following President Trump’s announcement that he will impose significantly higher tariffs on electronics imported from China.

Ashland Receives Rebranding Award

Ashland received its awards of distinction.

March 26, 2018

Ashland receives the global specialty chemicals company recognition in the 2018 REBRAND 100® Global Awards.

Strategic Solutions

Beyond Adhesion

Disruptive innovation has impacted transportation applications of adhesives and sealants.

Aggie Lotz Daniel S. Murad

March 9, 2018

Broadly speaking, a market disruptor may include a technology, method, process, service, or channel with superior performance and customer benefits delivered at an attractive price point that can unexpectedly displace an incumbent. Porter’s Five Forces, created by Harvard Business School’s then-associate professor Michael E. Porter, Ph.D., has provided a framework for taking a “snapshot in time” of any potential threat to a business’ profits (not limited to a business losing its customers to an existing rival.