Articles Tagged with ''supply chain''

The U.S. housing market and the continued move towards lighter vehicles are two factors that are driving the U.S. adhesives and sealants industry, as well as the broader chemical sector. 

National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD) President and CEO Eric R. Byer released a statement regarding legislation introduced in the U.S. Congress to reform the freight rail industry.

The National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD) President and CEO Eric R. Byer released a statement regarding the U.S. STB appointment of NACD member company representative Richard G. Erstad to its RSTAC.

ASI reached out to adhesive and sealant raw materials suppliers to get their thoughts on the current state of the specialty chemicals industry.

Adhesives & Bonding Expo North America, co-located with Foam Expo North America, has opened registration for its conference to be held at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, Michigan, June 20-22, 2023.

Digital tools can help when analyzing and managing the creation of a more transparent supply chain, optimizing manufacturing and customer interface, tracking and managing use, creating a more circular life for chemical products.

Although current transportation woes will eventually come to an end, new disruptions will arise, and companies must use a proactive approach to navigate future supply chain issues. 

NACD president and CEO Eric R. Byer joined Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and Senator Mike Braun (R-IN) to call on freight rail companies to address basic quality-of-life benefits for rail workers.

According to a recent study, the manufacturing and distribution industries are feeling a hit with the labor shortage, and it is not going to go away. 

Since their implementation under President Trump in 2018, NACD says the Section 301 tariffs have not realized their desired results.