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Improving Performance of Hot-Melt Packaging Adhesives

Pure monomer resins can help improve the performance of EVA-based carton closure hot-melt packaging adhesives.

October 1, 2013

Carton closure hot-melt packaging adhesives using ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) polymer systems have been used for decades due to their availability, formulation latitude and performance attributes. Packaging adhesive formulations typically contain polymer, tackifier resin and wax.

Eastman: Booths 24 and 25

Eastman’s experts have developed, tested, and perfected an extensive line of first-choice, quality resins and plasticizers.

September 24, 2013

Eastman’s experts have developed, tested, and perfected an extensive line of first-choice, quality resins and plasticizers that can help your adhesive perform to specification while meeting the required environmental regulations.

Raw Materials Pricing Could Hamper Global Epoxy Resins Market

September 6, 2013

The global epoxy resins market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 7.36% over 2012-2016.

Momentive Announces Startup of New Resins Plant in Thailand

August 23, 2013

The plant, reportedly constructed to minimize its potential impact on the surrounding area, significantly increased the company’s capacity to produce acrylic-based resins and service customers locally.

TRFA Announces Thermoset Polymer Research Award Winners

August 22, 2013

The Thermoset Resin Formulators Association (TRFA) recently announced that Qi An of the University of Delaware is the winner of the fourth annual Excellence in Thermoset Polymer Research Award.

DIXIE CHEMICAL: Updated Website

August 14, 2013

This company has updated its website, which now features new product descriptions, white papers, job listings and a photo gallery.

INTERNATIONAL PAINT LLC: Primer Finish Resin

August 13, 2013

This company has announced the North American launch of Intercure^®4500, a high-performance, polyaspartic resin, semi-gloss primer finish.

Ashland Opens Changzhou Gelcoats Plant

August 13, 2013

Ashland Inc. recently announced the opening of its new gelcoats production facility in the Chemical Industry Park of Changzhou Yangtze Riverside Economic Development Zone.