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ASC Issues Call for Papers

The deadline for submission is December 8.

July 19, 2018

The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) recently announced a call for papers for its 2019 Spring Convention.

Top 5 News that Sticks

News About Henkel’s 3D Printing Facility Makes Top News

Last week, news about Henkel opening an Innovation and Interaction Center (IIC) for 3D printing received the most reader interest.

July 9, 2018

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.

Eastern Coatings Show Issues Call for Papers

Submissions are due no later than December 1.

July 3, 2018

The Eastern Coatings Show recently announced it is seeking submissions from academia, government, and industry, presenting novel research results in all aspects of industrial coating technology for presentations at its biennial conference.

Figure 1. Pressure-sensitive adhesives market size by product, 2013-2024 ($ million)

Market Trends

Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives Market to Cross $11 Billion by 2024

Lightweighting and replacing mechanical fasteners are key trends driving growth for PSAs in transportation.

July 2, 2018

The pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) market is expected to surpass $11 billion by 2024, according to a research report by Global Market Insights Inc. The growth is due to increasing usage in the automotive and transportation industry, as PSAs are finding use as alternatives to bolts, clips, and rivets, thus improving the speed and ease of assembly.

Evolving Distribution Services for the Adhesives and Sealants Industry

A changing market has called for Maroon Group to forge deeper relationships and expanded product and service offerings.

July 1, 2018

Based in Avon, Ohio, Maroon Group LLC is a distributor of specialty chemicals, additives and ingredients across North America. The company comprises several regional operating companies focused on specific markets and geographies, with each company sharing a common infrastructure of industry-leading technology, value-add services, global sourcing and logistics network.

Henkel Opens 3D Printing Hub

The Innovation and Interaction Center is reportedly the first in a new generation of global industrial customer centers.

June 28, 2018

Henkel recently announced it has opened its Innovation and Interaction Center (IIC) for 3D printing at its Tallaght site.

Marketing and the Myth of “A New Idea”

Using a more strategic and holistic approach can provide greater marketing results.

Andy Slipher

June 1, 2018

One of the biggest marketing challenges across almost all industries is the constant search for the next idea—the one that’s going to hook and reel in new customers and clientele. It’s the idea that constantly eludes them; yet, if they find it, it promises more revenues, long-term relationships, and evergreen sales.

Advancing Adhesives

Accelerating 3D Printing for Industrial Manufacturing

Henkel’s Adhesive Technology business enters the 3D printing market.

June 1, 2018

Based on strategic partnerships with technology leaders such as Hewlett-Packard Co. (HP) and Carbon 3D, as well as investments into its R&D and application capabilities, Henkel intends to accelerate additive manufacturing processes beyond prototyping to final parts production with a growing portfolio of 3D printing solutions, including advanced materials, services, and equipment.