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RPM's DAP Acquires Foam Division of Clayton Corp.

The division will be part of RPM’s DAP Products Inc.

January 6, 2017

RPM International Inc. recently announced that it has acquired the foam division of Clayton Corp.

Vesuvius Acquires British Flux Manufacturer

Vesuvius plc recently announced the completion of an acquisition of a Brazil-based mold and tundish fluxes company.

January 3, 2017

The acquisition represents a step in broadening its steel flow control offerings.

Evonik Completes Air Products Performance Materials Division Acquisition

Evonik Industries AG recently announced it has completed the activities to acquire the specialty additives business (Performance Materials Division) of Air Products Inc. for $3.8 billion by the end of the year as planned.

January 3, 2017

“The successful completion of the acquisition paves the way for swiftly merging the activities of Evonik and the acquired units of the Air Products Performance Materials business,” said Klaus Engel, chairman of the executive board of Evonik Industries AG.

RPM to Acquire Dutch Coatings Company

RPM International Inc. recently announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire SPS Group.

December 27, 2016

Located in ‘s-Hertogenbosch, the Netherlands, SPS will operate as part of RPM’s Rust-Oleum European business.

Maroon Group Acquires Cadence Chemical

Maroon Group LLC recently announced that it has acquired Cadence Chemical.

December 23, 2016

Cadence Chemical’s management team, led by John Wilson, will remain in place.

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News About MACtac’s Acquisition Receives Most Clicks

A news story about MACtac’s acquisition garnered the most reader interest last week.

Teresa McPherson

December 19, 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.

Evonik Acquires J.M. Huber’s Silica Business

Evonik Industries AG recently announced it has acquired the silica business of J.M. Huber for $630 million.

December 14, 2016

This will enable Evonik to expand its position in North America and Asia.

Lintec to Acquire MACtac Americas

Lintec’s board of directors has reportedly resolved to acquire all membership interests of MACtac through its U.S. wholly owned holding company, Lintec USA Holding Inc.

December 8, 2016

As part of the transaction, MACtac will reportedly maintain its manufacturing bases in the U.S. and Mexico.

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BASF’s Sales Announcement Receives Most Reader Clicks

News about BASF’s plans to sell its specialties business unit received the most reader interest

Teresa McPherson

December 5, 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.