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Henkel Collaboration Enables Remote Monitoring of COVID-19 Patients

The “COVID-19 smart patch” was developed for skin-friendly medical use and contains electrodes and conductive inks to register vital signs.

April 29, 2020

In collaboration with six medical and technology companies, Henkel has developed a smart health patch that allows continuous, remote, and wireless monitoring of patients’ heartbeat and respiration.

Demand for Release Liners Projected to Benefit from Expanding Applications

The pressure-sensitive labelstock segment continues to be the largest, holding a 48% share of the market worldwide.

April 29, 2020

Growing demand across an increasingly broad application base helped the global release liner market to grow 3.5% in 2019.

ACTEGA to Increase Production Capacity for Overprint Varnishes

ACTEGA reports that its global production output will increase to more than 150,000 tons per year.

April 28, 2020

ACTEGA recently announced that it is significantly expanding its production capacities for water-based and UV overprint varnishes.

UV Industry Associations Discourage Use of UV Light on the Human Body to Disinfect Against Coronavirus

UV light under the conditions known to kill viruses is also known to cause severe skin burns, skin cancer, and eye damage.

April 28, 2020

Though recent reports suggest that ultraviolet (UV) light can be used on the human body to disinfect against the coronavirus, the International Ultraviolet Association (IUVA) and RadTech North America recently jointly announced that there are no protocols to advise or to permit the safe use of UV light directly on the human body at the wavelengths and exposures proven to efficiently kill viruses such as SARS-CoV-2.

Kraton Receives EcoVadis Gold-Level Sustainability Rating

With more than 6,000 suppliers globally, Kraton’s progress on supply chain initiatives was reportedly vital in elevating it to the next level.

April 27, 2020

Kraton Corp. recently announced that it has achieved a Gold recognition medal for its sustainability rating from EcoVadis.

New NAHB Index Finds Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic is Causing Remodeling Activity to Slow

Concerns regarding the spread of COVID-19, combined with high unemployment and other factors, are reducing remodeling activity.

April 27, 2020

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) recently announced that it redesigned its Remodeling Market Index (RMI) in the first quarter of 2020 to ease respondent burden and improve its ability to interpret and track industry trends.

Industrial Hygiene Experts Clarify Misinformation on PPE, Ventilation, and Disinfection in Relation to COVID-19

The American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) has launched a public education effort to provide expertise and clarification on critical pandemic resources.

April 24, 2020

As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads across the globe, so does misinformation on personal protective equipment (PPE), decontamination, and indoor air quality.

Main Street Alliance Addresses Flaws in Paycheck Protection Program

According to the Main Street Alliance, changes to the PPP are needed to optimize the program’s effectiveness.

April 23, 2020

The Main Street Alliance, a national network of small business coalitions, recently released a statement regarding the April 21, 2020, Senate passage of the COVID-19 “Phase 3.5” bill.

Despite Slowed Growth in March Due to Pandemic, Sika Breaks Sales Record in 2020 First Quarter

Since the pandemic situation is changing constantly, Sika reports that it is adapting measures specifically in line with the new circumstances.

April 22, 2020

Sika recently announced that it had a good start to the 2020 business year and has continued its growth trajectory, reporting a new sales record of CHF 1.8 billion (approximately $1.9 billion) in the first quarter.

EPA Announces Coronavirus Resources for State, Local, and Tribal Governments

The resources will reportedly help EPA and its partners continue to provide the environmental protection the nation depends on without interruption during the coronavirus public health emergency.

April 22, 2020

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is updating its coronavirus website to include new resources for state, local, and tribal agencies, as well as intergovernmental associations.