Articles Tagged with ''digitalization''

Digital Transformation Projected to Affect $500 Billion of the Global Chemicals and Materials Industry

Digital technologies like sensors, computer vision, analytics, and robotics will be key enablers of the chemicals market’s transition to outcome-based business models over the next 20 years.

June 19, 2020

The chemicals and materials industry has mostly seen only incremental innovation in recent decades, with growth coming primarily from expansion into new geographic markets.

BASF: E-Commerce Portal

The digital distribution channel reportedly enables customers located in the U.S. to place orders, track status, and make payments through an intuitive, easy-to-use, secure online interface.

June 17, 2020

BASF recently announced that it has introduced a digital sales platform for its OPPANOL polyisobutene product family.

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2020 World Adhesive and Sealant Conference Keynotes: Leadership Insights from Around the World

Planned 2020 World Adhesive and Sealant Conference keynote speakers share a sneak peek of what they'll be discussing at the event.

Susan Sutton

March 2, 2020

Every four years, the adhesives and sealants community gathers at the World Adhesive and Sealant Conference (WAC) to explore opportunities for education, networking, and growth. This year’s event, hosted by the Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) and co-organized by the Asia Regional Adhesive Council (ARAC) and FEICA (association of the European Adhesive and Sealant Industry), will be held April 20-22 at the Chicago Hilton in Chicago, Ill.

Henkel Opens New State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility in India

With a total investment of about €50 million (approximately $54.7 million), the business unit will serve the growing demand of Indian industries for high-performance solutions in adhesives, sealants, and surface treatment products.

February 17, 2020

Henkel Adhesives Technologies recently announced that it has officially inaugurated its new production facility in Kurkumbh, India, near Pune.

SCHEUGENPFLUG: Material Preparation and Feeding Unit

According to the company, the new LiquiPrep system allows for the reliable preparation and feeding of self-leveling adhesives and potting materials with a viscosity of up to 70.000 mPa∙s.

January 28, 2020

Scheugenpflug recently announced that it has launched a new generation of its A310 material preparation and feeding unit.

Electronics Manufacturers See Internet of Things as Key Growth Driver

The electronics industry’s expected direction in the next six months remained generally optimistic, with all business indicators looking positive.

December 26, 2019

Growth is slowing worldwide and the electronics industry’s outlook is less optimistic than in previous quarters, although it is still generally positive, according to the results of IPC’s fourth quarter 2019 “Pulse of the Electronics Industry” survey.

Henkel and Fortify Join Forces to Enable High-Performance Applications in 3D Printing

The combined solution reportedly leverages Fortify’s digital composite manufacturing (DCM) 3D printing technology, which mixes reinforcing fibers with Henkel’s resins, and then utilizes magnetics to align the fibers for optimum strength in printed parts.

December 24, 2019

Henkel and Fortify recently initiated a development agreement that allows both companies to mutually combine their areas of expertise and further drive the potential of additive manufacturing.

IMCD Establishes U.S. Footprint as One Company with Full Integration of HORN

Operating coast-to-coast, the IMCD U.S. technical sales team offers a product portfolio with representation of leading global suppliers.

November 11, 2019

IMCD N.V. recently announced that it has completed the integration of HORN into its IMCD U.S. operations.

ALTANA and BYK Employees Move into New Digital Work Environment

The new building houses workplaces for some 140 employees of ALTANA’s and its BYK division’s IT and digitalization departments.

November 6, 2019

The ALTANA Group recently announced that it has inaugurated an office building at its headquarters in Wesel, Germany, with a cutting-edge work environment.

Covestro Accelerates Global R&D Network with Updated Research Lab in Japan

Covestro’s laboratory upgrade will reportedly further increase prototype capabilities to create innovative solutions for Japanese industrial partners and customers.

September 24, 2019

Covestro reports that it is further accelerating its global R&D capabilities with the recent upgrade of its Innovation Center Japan.

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.

This annual Midwest coatings conference combines all of the high-quality technical presentations, exhibits and networking opportunities from the Coatings Trends and Technologies and Powder Coating Summit conferences into one new event. The event caters to both liquid and powder coatings formulators and manufacturers.