Articles Tagged with ''COVID-19''

Dow Outlines Details of Restructuring Program

Dow is implementing a restructuring program to reduce its global workforce costs by approximately 6% and to rationalize certain manufacturing assets.

October 1, 2020

Dow Inc. recently outlined a series of actions it will take in an effort to achieve structural cost improvement targets as the global economy recovers from the coronavirus pandemic.

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Kraton Regulatory Push Is Top News

Last week, an announcement from Kraton regarding efforts to gain regulatory approvals drew the most reader interest.

Susan Sutton

September 21, 2020

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National Small Business Week Kicks Off September 22

National Small Business Week honors the nation’s small businesses, many of which are veteran, women, and minority-owned, for their achievements and dedication to their communities.

September 18, 2020

The virtual National Small Business Week, rescheduled from May due to the coronavirus pandemic, will be held September 22-24.

IPC APEX EXPO 2021 Rescheduled for March

Originally planned for January 23-28, IPC APEX EXPO will be held March 6-11, 2021, at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, Calif.

September 17, 2020

IPC recently announced that it has made the decision to move IPC APEX EXPO 2021 to March due to ongoing concerns with COVID-19.

Employee Effort at IMCD Results in 80,000 Meals for Feeding America

The donation was made possible through employee participation in the IMCD US Get Fit for Hunger summer challenge.

September 16, 2020

In acknowledgement of National Day of Service and Remembrance, IMCD US recently announced its support for communities across the U.S. through the donation of 80,000 meals to Feeding America.

Hexion’s Rogerson Returns from Medical Leave

George Knight, who served as acting CEO, continues in his role as executive vice president and chief financial officer.

September 15, 2020

Hexion Inc. recently announced that Craig Rogerson, chairman, president, and CEO, has returned from medical leave.

Five Key Trends Shaping the Future of Tech Innovation Across All Industries

The five trends that are shaping the post-COVID-19 future include infection prevention, remote commerce, improving resiliency, greater agility, and macroeconomic impacts.

September 14, 2020

The pandemic has drastically changed the landscape for businesses across all industries, forcing immediate changes that will often have long-term consequences.

Kraton Seeking Regulatory Approvals for Block Copolymer Use as Disinfectant

Depending on the regulatory approval process or certification requirements by country, Kraton believes that BIAXAM could be used as a coating on personal protective equipment (PPE) and as a replaceable peel-and-stick film for a broad range of applications.

September 10, 2020

Kraton Corp. recently announced that it is seeking regulatory approval for BIAXAM, a sulfonated polymer technology with long-lasting self-disinfecting properties that has been demonstrated in studies to quickly inactivate up to 99.99% of SARS-CoV-2 (virus that causes COVID-19) and other microbes.

Dow Named One of PEOPLE’S 50 Companies that Care

The annual list, with rankings representing the experience of more than 4.7 million working U.S. citizens, will be featured in PEOPLE’s September 14 issue.

September 9, 2020

Dow recently announced that it has been named one of the 2020 PEOPLE’s 50 Companies that Care by Great Place to Work and PEOPLE.

Revenues from Smart Coatings and Surfaces for Combatting Bacteria and Viruses Projected to Top $1 Billion by 2025

The severity of COVID-19 means that both consumer and industrial markets are now intensely interested in providing antimicrobial protection to employees and loved ones.

September 8, 2020

The market for smart antibacterial and antiviral products will reach $1.3 billion by 2025, according to a recent report.

The Polyurethanes Technical Conference, hosted by the American Chemistry Council’s Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI), will feature educational sessions and the latest innovations in polyurethane chemistry.

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