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Huntsman to Expand Global Polyetheramines Capacity

January 28, 2014

The Performance Products division of Huntsman Corp. recently announced plans to expand its global polyetheramines (PEA) capacity.

Using Bio-Waste and Other Alternatives as Green Adhesives

Waste materials can be reused to develop renewable and even biodegradable products.

Shri Thanedar, Ph.D.

November 1, 2013

The use of bio-waste and other alternatives to produce green adhesive products is growing in popularity due to increased industry regulations and a steady public opinion to support green products.

Momentive to Form Specialty Resins Joint Venture

October 24, 2013

Momentive Specialty Chemicals Inc. recently announced that it has signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with Kanoria Chemicals & Industries Ltd. to form a joint venture.

Applications Expand for Graphene

September 9, 2013

Graphene has moved from the research laboratory to the marketplace, driven by demand from markets where advanced materials are required.

Emerald Kalama Chemical to Expand Capacity

August 15, 2013

Emerald Kalama Chemical, a business group of Emerald Performance Materials, recently announced further plans to increase capacity for its K-FLEX non-phthalate plasticizers and coalescents.

Formaldehyde and Health Risks

Negative health effects caused by formaldehyde can be avoided through safe ventilation practices and detection instruments.

July 1, 2013

Formaldehyde is a chemical widely used to manufacture building materials and various household products. Formaldehyde resin is an adhesive commonly used in woodworking, especially in veneer and lamination work. It is known for open working time, rigidity and moisture resistance.

PPG Expands Industrial Coatings Facility

June 21, 2013

PPG Industries recently announced the startup of a new electronic materials group (EMG) manufacturing cell at its Springdale, Pa., industrial coatings plant.

CPS COLOR: Transparent Iron Oxide Colorants

June 20, 2013

Two new transparent iron oxide (TROX) colorants are now available as part of this company’s Monicolor K range.

LUBRIZOL: Colorants Mobile App

June 11, 2013

An app is now available for this company’s Solsperse^®M series of hyperdispersants for multimedia colorants.

ARKEMA COATING RESINS: VAE Latex

May 31, 2013

Encor^®182 latex can be used to meet ASTM C 834/0°C specifications or blend it with acrylic binders to meet ASTM C 834/-17°C specifications, if required.