Adhesives & Sealants Headlines

WACKER to Expand Nünchritz Site with New Liquid Resins Unit

Scheduled to go on stream at the end of 2022, the new unit will reportedly close important material loops and increase the cost effectiveness of WACKER’s integrated production system.

June 7, 2021

WACKER Group recently announced that it has started to build a liquid resins unit at its site in Nünchritz, Germany.

Conley Promoted to Midwest Regional Director for Mule-Hide

Conley will be responsible for achieving regional sales goals and will lead the region’s team of seven territory managers.

June 7, 2021

Mule-Hide Products Co. Inc. recently announced that it has promoted Dan Conley to regional director for the Midwest.

Michelman and Omya Announce Canadian Distribution Agreement

Omya will be the exclusive distributor for Michelman's surface modifiers and wax emulsion product line to coatings markets in Canada.

June 4, 2021

Michelman recently announced a new distribution agreement with Omya, a global producer of calcium carbonate and a worldwide distributor of specialty chemicals.

Arkema Organizes Digital Coating Days

Partners and customers are invited to participate in Arkema Digital Coating Days.

June 4, 2021

On June 8, 2021, Arkema will hold a digital event to present its range of coating materials and dedicated strategy, followed by a series of technical webinars on June 9 and 10.

Builder Confidence is Stable while Concerns Regarding Building Materials Linger

The latest NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index in May shows that builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes is unchanged from April.

June 3, 2021

Builder confidence held stable in May, despite growing concerns over the price and availability of most building materials, including lumber.

Henkel Plans New Innovation Center in China

Targeted for completion in 2023, the center will allow Henkel experts and scientists to develop new technologies that support all Henkel Adhesive Technologies business and service areas.

June 3, 2021

Henkel recently announced the construction of a new Adhesive Technologies Innovation Center in Shanghai, China.

Ashland Considers the Future of its Performance Adhesives Business Unit

The company intends to evaluate all options with respect to the business unit, including a potential sale.

June 2, 2021

Ashland Global Holdings Inc. recently announced a strategic review of its Performance Adhesives business unit.

Edwards Elected to Hexion Board of Directors

Edwards has over 17 years of experience as a senior leader in roles at Eaton Corp. and Schneider Electric Co.

June 2, 2021

Hexion Holdings Corp., the indirect parent of Hexion Inc., recently announced that Barbara Joanne Edwards was appointed a member of its board of directors.