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Rolling up the Carpet

Because of its complicated structure, carpet is difficult to recycle without reintroducing these toxic substances.

March 7, 2018

NGO Healthy Buildings Network (HBN) has recently taken chemicals in carpets under scrutiny, with calling for a "fundamental transformation" of the industry for recycling. Its recent report uncovered 44 toxic substances found in fiber, backing, adhesives and carpet pad.

Top 5 News that Sticks

ViscoTec Expansion News Garners the Most Reader Interest

Last week, ViscoTec’s expansion news received the most clicks.

Teresa McPherson

October 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.

Avery Dennison to Present Booth Made with Recycled Waste

Approximately half the materials in the booth were made from label waste collected from the company’s customers.

September 27, 2017

Avery Dennison recently announced its LabelExpo booth will be made in part from recycled label waste, reportedly the first ever at Labelexpo.

GreenMantra Technologies Names EMCO Chemical Distributors

GreenMantra Technologies recently announced it has signed a distribution agreement with EMCO Chemical Distributors.

June 27, 2016

EMCO will distribute Ceranovus wax products and other specialty chemicals and custom products throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Ask Dr. Dave: Can I dispose of water that has adhesive residue?

The answer is almost certainly no.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

June 1, 2015

Dave Dunn's June 2015 column.

Eco-Friendly Adhesives for Converting and Packaging

Starch-based adhesives offer a number of benefits in converting and packaging applications.

Dan Walter

October 1, 2014

Packagers and converters are always seeking the most efficient, cost-effective adhesives. Many times, synthetics are not the most reliable solutions. This is especially true in an era when U.S. companies of all types are encouraged to find more environmentally friendly options.

Differential Release Liners Defined

Differential release liners often serve as critical components in the manufacture of tapes, fiber composite and medical materials.

Stephen Hutter Martin McDonough Jeffrey Krueger

April 1, 2014

Differential release liners play a critical role in the coated product supply chain and adhesives product development.

Regulatory Review: Holistic Environmental Regulation

Lifecycle assessments will likely play a major role in future environmental regulations.

Michael Schmeida

November 1, 2013

One argument many industries have against environmental regulation has been that it often ignores a holistic view of a product and instead focuses on only one attribute (e.g., volatile organic compounds, or VOCs).