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Are Refurbished Smartphones Cause for Concern?

Market study forecasts global handset sales will increase by 4.9% in 2016.

May 19, 2016

One key trend that could create concern among smartphone vendors is the growing refurbished market.

Top 5 News that Sticks

News About Bostik Received Most Reader Interest

Last week, Bostik’s award news garnered the most reader interest.

Teresa McPherson

May 16, 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.

Increasing Demand in Asia-Pacific Driving Adhesion Promoter Market

The global market for adhesion promoters was valued at $ 2.51 billion in 2015.

May 12, 2016

The silane type segment reportedly held the largest share in the adhesion promoters market.

Builder Confidence Holds Firm in April

Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes remained unchanged in April.

May 11, 2016

The HMI components that measure sales expectations in the next six months rose one point to 62.

Demand Is Rising for Hot Melt Adhesives

The global hot melt adhesives market is valued at $5.4 billion in 2015 in terms of value.

May 10, 2016

The global hot melt adhesives market is anticipated to expand at a moderate compound annual growth rate.

Study Finds Discrepancies in Chemical Hazard Evaluation Tools

A comparative analysis of leading chemical assessment tools found that, when evaluating the same chemical, individual tools come to different conclusions regarding the hazard categorization of each chemical.

May 9, 2016

Such discrepancies may call into question the extent to which such tools can provide definitive and actionable information about chemical substances in consumer products without further analysis and contextual information.

Market Trends

Pressure-Sensitive Tapes to See Strong Demand

Widening applications and increased construction activity are helping to drive demand.

May 2, 2016

U.S. demand for pressure-sensitive tapes is projected to increase 5.3% yearly to $9.3 billion in 2019. Growth will reportedly reflect continued economic expansion and the further development of innovative applications for specialty tapes, which tend to be higher performing, value-added products.

Medical Polymer Market to Reach $2.9 Billion

The global market for medical polymers will grow to over $2.9 billion in revenue by 2021.

April 20, 2016

According to the report, implants and polymers used in diagnostic systems will dominate the market.

Shortage of Skilled Workers Hampers Manufacturing Industry

A growing number of U.S. manufacturers are reaching the outer limits of their capacity constraints.

April 14, 2016

Manufacturers are focusing on finding trainable workers and providing on-the-job training.

Construction Growth Driving Adhesive and Sealant Demand

Strong growth in construction activity will underpin advances, driven by increased urbanization and infrastructure improvements in developing countries.

April 1, 2016

Global demand for adhesives and sealants is forecast to rise 4.5% per year through 2019 to 20.2 million metric tons, valued at $64 billion. Strong growth in construction activity will underpin advances, driven by increased urbanization and infrastructure improvements in developing countries, combined with rebounding construction spending in Western Europe and the U.S.