Articles Tagged with ''feedstocks''

Market Trends: The "Case" for the U.S. CASE Market: 2015-2016

The U.S. coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers (CASE) markets could grow at or slightly above GDP in 2016.

November 1, 2015

The U.S. is the world’s largest specialty chemicals market, estimated at $208 billion. As a subsector of this market, the coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers (CASE) markets accounted for over half, or $107 billion, in 2014.

Emery Oleochemicals Receives Biobased Certification

October 8, 2015

Emery Oleochemicals LLC recently announced it has received the Certified Biobased Product Label.

Pittsburgh Hosts Adhesive and Sealant Council Fall 2015 Convention and Expo

Adhesive and sealant industry professionals can discover new technologies and innovations at upcoming ASC Convention and Expo.

October 1, 2015

This year, the Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) Fall Convention and Expo will take place at the Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh. From October 19-21, industry professionals, end users, and researchers will have the opportunity to network, visit the exhibition space, and learn and participate in various lectures and courses.

Program Highlights for the Adhesive and Sealant Council Fall 2015 Convention

The fall convention program includes concurrent technical sessions, an Expo, a polyurethane adhesives short course and more.

September 21, 2015

From October 19-21, industry professionals, end users, and researchers will have the opportunity to network, visit the exhibition space, and learn and participate in various lectures and courses at the Fall ASC Convention and Expo.

ASC to Host Two Webinars

September 14, 2015

The Adhesive and Sealant Council recently announced it will host two webinars this month.

Increasing Global Competition, Pricing Pressures Trending Upward in Adhesives Industry

August 31, 2015

The global market for adhesives and adhesive applying equipment is expected to total almost $48.7 billion and $62 billion in 2016 and 2021, respectively.

Univar Purchases Chemical Associates

July 16, 2015

Univar Inc. recently announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Univar USA Inc., has acquired the assets of Chemical Associates Inc.

North America Dominates Oilfield Biocides Market

Oilfield biocides and bio-solvents together are expected to generate revenue of $833.5 million by 2020.

Sanjay Matthews

July 1, 2015

Solvents have traditionally been derived from petroleum. These petroleum-based solvents are now being replaced by bio-based solvents, derived from renewable feedstocks such as corn, soybeans and orange peels.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Readers Most Interested in ExxonMobil Oil Discovery

Last week, an announcement from ExxonMobil regarding a new offshore oil discovery drew the most reader interest.

Susan Sutton

June 8, 2015

This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week.

Bio-Based Feedstocks for Adhesives and Sealants: Everything Old is New Again

Recent years have seen a near adversarial relationship between bio-based product manufacturers and petrochemical companies.

Lee Colyer Speight

June 1, 2015

This is a call for innovation and collaboration. The ascent - or, more appropriately - re-ascent of renewable chemistry provides great promise for the adhesives and sealants industry.

This annual event provides current and future leaders in the adhesives and sealants industry with the opportunity to expand their knowledge and network with peers.

Organized by Women in Chemicals, this landmark conference will offer opportunities for networking, learning, and professional development. With a diverse array of sessions, workshops, and social events, participants can expect a dynamic program designed to empower and inspire.