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Medical Market to Spur U.S. Silicone Demand

Demand for U.S. silicones is projected to approach $4.4 billion in 2020.

February 1, 2017

U.S. demand for silicones is forecast to climb 4.5% annually to $4.4 billion in 2020, with volume rising 2.6% per year to 908 million lbs (see Table 1). This will be a moderation in gains from the performance of the 2010-2015 period, which saw exceptional growth as a result of a broad economic recovery from the recession of 2007-2009. These and other trends are presented in “Silicones,” a recent study from The Freedonia Group.

U.S. Chemical Production Ends 2016 on Soft Note

The U.S. Chemical Production Regional Index fell 0.2% in December.

January 31, 2017

In December, chemical production was lower across all regions.

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Readers Most Interested in Elmer’s Glue Announcement Last Week

Last week, a news story about Elmer’s received the most reader interest.

Teresa McPherson

January 23, 2017

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.

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Evonik Acquisition Announcement Garners the Most Reader Interest

A news story about Evonik’s Air Products acquisition received the most clicks last week.

Teresa McPherson

January 16, 2017

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.

TiO2 Prices in China Still Booming

Rising costs and decreased supply of raw materials keep the price of titanium dioxide rising in China.

January 12, 2017

The overall business of TiO₂ will be stable in the next months.

Asia Pacific Dominates Global Epoxy Resins Market

The global epoxy resin market was valued at approximately $8 billion in 2016.

January 10, 2017

The electrical and electronics application contributed 24.7% of the total market in 2016.

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News About RPM’s Acquisition Receives Most Reader Interest

Last week, a news story about RPM garnered the most reader interest.

Teresa McPherson

January 9, 2017

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.

Asia-Pacific Leads Global Wood Adhesives Market Growth

The global wood adhesives market is projected to reach $5.24 billion by 2026.

January 6, 2017

Growth in this market is mainly attributed to the expansion of the construction industry, increasing urban population, recovery of the global economy, and growth in the furniture industry.