Adhesives & Sealants Headlines

Elkem to Expand Specialty Silicones Production in France

The expansion is the largest organic investment project in Elkem’s European silicones franchise in a decade.

November 9, 2021

Elkem recently announced a strategic investment plan to expand specialty silicones supply for customers in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), and the Americas.

Bowers Succeeds Armstrong as Vice President of Environmental, Health and Safety for RPM

Bowers will succeed Kenneth M. Armstrong, who will retire from his role at the end of RPM’s fiscal year on May 31, 2022.

November 9, 2021

RPM International Inc. recently announced that Lee A. Bowers, who had served as the company’s vice president-operations for the Performance Coatings Group (PCG) since 2018, has been appointed vice president-environmental, health and safety (EHS).

Sika Opens New Subsidiary in Ghana

Sika Ghana will initially sell concrete admixtures and grinding aids.

November 8, 2021

Sika recently announced that it is continuing to expand its presence in Africa and has established a new national subsidiary in Ghana.

Eastern Coatings Show Presentations to Address Supply Chain Challenges

The event is scheduled for November 17-19 in Atlantic City, N.J.

November 8, 2021

The Eastern Coatings Show recently announced that it will offer two presentations on supply chain challenges.

Polimeros Sinteticos Selects EMCO Chemical Distributors

EMCO will distribute Polimeros’ product line throughout the Midwest.

November 5, 2021

Polimeros Sinteticos and EMCO Chemical Distributors have signed an exclusive distribution agreement.

Photo of people breaking ground on Mapei's new Laval, Quebec, site

MAPEI to Expand Powder Production and Distribution in Quebec

Completion of the expansion project is expected in 2023.

November 5, 2021

MAPEI Inc. recently announced the expansion of its Laval, Quebec, Canada, facility with a groundbreaking ceremony for a new 50,750-sq-ft (4 715-m²) powder production plant and distribution facility.

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Mayzo Celebrates Milestone, Announces Personnel Changes

The company has named Eduardo Padilla its new president and Garry Schoolcraft its vice president of Global Operations.

November 4, 2021

Mayzo Inc. recently announced that it celebrated its 35th anniversary this year and reports that its succession plan is complete.

Arxada and Troy Announce Merger

Arxada will benefit from Troy’s technical expertise, customer relationships, and portfolio of performance products as well as a long history of innovation.

November 4, 2021

Arxada and Troy Corp. recently announced that they have entered into an agreement to combine the two companies.

Avery Dennison Sales Jump Nearly 20% in 2021 Third Quarter

In response to its performance in the third quarter, the company has raised its full-year outlook.

November 3, 2021

Avery Dennison Corp. recently announced preliminary, unaudited results for its third quarter ended October 2, 2021.

Excelitas to Highlight Curing Systems for Medical Device Manufacturers at MD&M Minneapolis

MD&M Minneapolis will take place November 3-4 at the Minneapolis Convention Center.

November 3, 2021

Excelitas Technologies^® Corp. recently announced that it will showcase its offering of OmniCure^® LED UV curing systems for medical device manufacturers at MD&M Minneapolis.