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Transforming the World through Technology

Experts believe these three technologies will have great potential in the next five years.

February 1, 2016

The Internet of Everything, cloud computing/big data and 3D printing are three of the technologies most likely to transform the world during the next five years, according to IHS Technology.

Regulatory Review

The TSCA Miracle of 2015

Passage of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) is almost a reality.

Mark Collatz

February 1, 2016

Anyone who has read even a few of my previous columns knows I have a cynical streak. I could blame it on my 30 years spent in Washington, D.C., but I suspect I’ve always been a “glass half empty” sort of guy. However, I have now seen that miracles can happen and I have to believe what took place in the Senate with the Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA) reform bill just before year’s end qualifies.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Readers Most Interested in 3M Sales Announcement

News about 3M selling its foam adhesive business garnered the most reader interest.

Teresa McPherson

February 1, 2016

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.

U.S. is Now Preferred Location for New Factory Capacity to Serve Domestic Market

January 19, 2016

Of manufacturers planning to add production capacity over the next five years for goods consumed in the U.S., more plan to add that capacity in the U.S. than in any other country.

Focus On: Henkel is Connecting to Success

Effectively capturing regional opportunities is crucial to success for adhesives and sealants manufacturers in today’s manufacturing environment.

Christian Kirsten, Ph.D.

January 4, 2016

Doing business in the Asia-Pacific region today is not the same as it was 50 years ago. Around the region, countries are pushing for greater connectivity through initiatives like China’s Belt and Road Initiative (B&R) and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations(ASEAN) efforts to integrate and harmonize regulatory regimes.

Focus On: H.B. Fuller Grows through Acquisitions

Acquisitions in adhesives and sealants can help fast-track engineering adhesives innovation.

January 4, 2016

In today’s world of rapid innovation, manufacturers are constantly looking for ways to gain a competitive edge. H.B. Fuller intends to put its latest acquisition to work to fast-track engineering adhesives innovation in markets such as automotive; electronics; solar; wind; maintenance, repair and operations (MRO); appliance; and heavy machinery.

Case Study: Managing Energy Use in Manufacturing

A new energy management service will help Berry Plastics meet its utility and waste reduction goals.

January 4, 2016

Berry Plastics Group Inc. has selected Ecova, an energy and sustainability management company, to provide services that will assist in reducing its waste generation and consumption of electricity, natural gas, and water.

Editor's Memo: Happy New Year!

The beginning of a new year has long been time to reflect on the past year and make plans for a fresh start.

January 4, 2016

The beginning of a new year has long been time to reflect on the past year and make plans for a fresh start. For me, that fresh start came a bit early, as my computer’s hard drive decided to fail during the production of this issue.

ISOPA’s General Assembly Elects New President and Vice President

December 28, 2015

The European Diisocyanate and Polyol Producers Association (ISOPA) recently announced two new leadership appointments.

Editor's Memo: How to Use the Buyers' Guide

Fall is a busy travel time, with the Adhesive and Sealant Council Fall Convention and the ASSEMBLY show taking place in October.

Teresa McPherson

December 1, 2015

Welcome to ASI’s annual Buyers’ Guide, a purchasing and applications resource for raw materials, equipment and services used to manufacture adhesives and sealants, pressure sensitives, and adhesives and sealants products such as tapes and labels.