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Sika Acquisition Dominates the News

News from Sika regarding its acquisition of Hydrotech drew a significant amount of reader attention last week.

August 2, 2021

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Arkema Investment in Verkor is Top News

Readers last week were most interested in Arkema’s investment in France-based Verkor.

Susan Sutton

July 26, 2021

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Elkem Sees Record Sales in 2021 Second Quarter

Elkem reports that the company’s total operating income for the second quarter 2021 increased 25% from the corresponding quarter last year.

July 21, 2021

In the second quarter of 2021, Elkem reports that it delivered all-time high operating income for the third consecutive quarter and another strong quarterly result.

Dow to Expand Capacities for Numerous Silicone-Based Products

Capacity expansions are planned in the company’s Consumer Solutions and Polyurethanes & Construction Chemicals businesses.

July 12, 2021

Dow recently announced a series of incremental, high-return capacity expansions to support growing demand across key end markets.

CREATIVE MATERIALS: Potting Compound

Applications include electronic transformers, inductors, sensors, oceanic equipment, and aerospace components.

July 8, 2021

Creative Materials recently introduced 904-64A/B, a two-component silicone addition-cured potting compound.

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Fedrigoni Acquisition of Acucote Garners Most Reader Interest

Readers last week were most interested in Fedrigoni’s acquisition announcement.

Susan Sutton

July 6, 2021

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3M: Silicone Adhesive for Wearable Medical Devices

The adhesive is ethylene oxide (EtO) sterilization compatible and compliant with ISO 10993 parts 5 and 10.

June 24, 2021

3M recently announced its latest addition to a new class of silicone adhesives that reportedly balances strength, flexibility, and comfort—the 2484 3M™ Single Coated Medical Film Tape with Hi-Tack Silicone Adhesive on Liner.

Novagard Achieves IPC-CC-830C Certification for Portfolio of UV/Dual-Cure Alkoxy Silicones

Four UV/dual-cure alkoxy silicones passed all tests for critical performance properties ranging from flexibility and flammability to thermal shock and hydrolytic stability.

June 23, 2021

Novagard recently announced it is the first and only manufacturer with a UV/dual-cure alkoxy silicone portfolio of four products certified to IPC-CC-830C, the electronics industry's conformal coating qualification standard.

Market Trends

Construction Sector Remains Key Market for Silicone Sealants

Multiple trends are anticipated to help silicone sealants experience strong demand from the construction industry through 2027.

June 17, 2021

Silicone sealants offer excellent chemical and thermal stability while also providing energy savings, which helps in lowering greenhouse gas emissions. The global silicone sealants market is projected to register a CAGR of 4.2% from 2019-2027, according to a report from Trends Market Research.