Adhesives & Sealants Headlines

Duan Named Vice President at ChemQuest

Robert G. Duan has held senior R&D leadership positions at Dow Chemical, Valspar, and Sherwin Williams.

December 15, 2021

The ChemQuest Group recently announced the addition of Robert G. Duan, Ph.D., as a vice president.

Fedrigoni Sees 17% Sales Increase for Self-Adhesives and Labels Business Unit in First Nine Months of 2021

The company reports that it is implementing a strategic plan, focusing on expanding its global presence and broadening and differentiating its offering.

December 14, 2021

Fedrigoni Group recently announced its financial results for the first nine months of 2021, with both business lines posting increased results for the period.

Clark Named CEO of Pilot Chemical

The appointment will become effective January 1, 2022.

December 14, 2021

Pilot Chemical Corp. recently announced that its board of directors has unanimously approved the promotion of Mike Clark to the position of CEO.

Scott Bader Establishes Scott Bader Ireland

Scott Bader Ireland was established as its own legal corporation in Ireland during 2021.

December 13, 2021

Further committing to the Irish composites market, Scott Bader has incorporated the company's Irish office.

Kraton Stockholders Approve Acquisition by DL Chemical

Kevin M. Fogarty, Kraton’s president and CEO, reported that stockholders voted overwhelmingly for the merger.

December 13, 2021

Kraton Corp. recently announced that its stockholders have approved the proposed acquisition of Kraton by DL Chemical Co., Ltd.

Univar Named on Newsweek List of Most Responsible Companies

Univar Solutions Inc. is listed among 500 companies spanning 14 industries.

December 10, 2021

Univar Solutions Inc. recently announced that it has been included in Newsweek’s America’s Most Responsible Companies 2022 list.

Manufacturers Cut 17 Million Metric Tons of Greenhouse Emissions with Help from EPA Program

On average, plants that met the ENERGY STAR Challenge for Industry reduced their energy intensity by 19% within an average of two years.

December 10, 2021

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently celebrated the 580 manufacturing plants that achieved the energy savings goals set out by EPA 10 years ago to drive energy efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions reductions.

Henkel Adhesives Receive RecyClass Approval for Recyclability

Henkel reports that the approval is a key milestone toward greater sustainability and the creation of a circular economy.

December 9, 2021

Two Henkel adhesives from the Loctite Liofol RE range for use in flexible packaging have been recognized by RecyClass as fully compatible with existing recycling processes for polyethylene (PE).

Study Finds Semiconductor Supply Chain Will Remain Vulnerable Without Robust Federal Investment in Advanced Packaging

Increasing silicon production without bolstering domestic advanced packaging capabilities is likely to lengthen the semiconductor supply chain because chips will still have to be sent abroad for packaging and assembly into finished products.

December 9, 2021

A new study from IPC about the current state of advanced packaging in the semiconductor value chain finds that urgent action is required to strengthen the domestic packaging ecosystem to meet increased production of semiconductor chips.

Meridian Adhesives Group Relocates to Houston

Meridian has a portfolio of 14 international adhesive companies, with additional acquisitions pending.

December 8, 2021

To accommodate its growing international portfolio, Meridian Adhesives Group recently announced the strategic relocation of its corporate headquarters.