Adhesives & Sealants Headlines

U.S. Chemical Production Regional Index Rises in May

During May, chemical production reportedly grew in all regions except the Gulf Coast.

July 12, 2017

According to the American Chemistry Council (ACC), the U.S. Chemical Production Regional Index (U.S. CPRI) edged higher by 0.2% in May, following revised 0.3% declines in April and March.

AkzoNobel Completes Research Facility Expansion

The investment in the site will reportedly support the company’s protective coatings, marine coatings and specialty coatings businesses.

July 11, 2017

AkzoNobel has completed the $3.5 million expansion of its U.S. research and development facilities in Houston, Texas.

Evonik Combines Businesses into New Crosslinkers Business Line

The newly formed business line will be part of the Resource Efficiency segment.

July 11, 2017

Evonik Industries AG recently combined its isophorone chemistry and epoxy curing agents business in the new crosslinkers business line.

Wanner Engineering Named a Top Workplace

Top Workplaces reportedly recognizes the most progressive companies in Minnesota based on employee opinions measuring engagement, organizational health, and satisfaction.

July 10, 2017

Wanner Engineering Inc. recently announced it has been named as one of the Top Workplaces in Minnesota by the Star Tribune.

Polymer Dispersions Market to Increase 8%

Acrylic dispersions make up the largest resin type subsegment of the polymer dispersions market.

July 10, 2017

The polymer dispersions market is projected to grow from an estimated $6.99 billion in 2017 to $10.27 billion by 2022.

Adhesion Society Issues Call for Abstracts

Abstracts must be submitted online on or before September 15.

July 7, 2017

The Adhesion Society recently issued a call for abstracts for its 2018 annual meeting.

Platte River Equity Invests in MFG Chemical

The company will continue to be led by current president and COO Keith Arnold.

July 7, 2017

Grace Matthews Inc. and MFG Chemical Inc. recently announced that Platte River Equity III, L.P. has completed a recapitalization of MFG Chemical.

Center for the Polyurethanes Industry Announces Keynote Speaker

Mahzarin Banaji will examine the importance of diversity and inclusion in relation to the STEM disciplines

July 7, 2017

The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) of the American Chemistry Council recently announced Mahzarin Banaji, Ph.D., reportedly a renowned Harvard University psychology professor, will deliver the keynote at the 2017 Polyurethanes Technical Conference.

OMNOVA Second Quarter 2017 Net Sales Jump 9%

Sales in specialty solutions increased 14.4% to $121.5 million, while sales in performance materials increased 4.2% to $99.8 million

July 6, 2017

OMNOVA Solutions Inc. recently announced net sales for the second quarter were $221.3 million, up 9.6% from last year's $202 million.

Arkema Names GE Chaplin Distributor of the Year

The award was given for helping build better relationships with customers, outstanding technical expertise and strong financial growth in the past year.

July 5, 2017

Arkema Coating Resins has named GE Chaplin of Flemington, N.J., the 2016 North American Distributor of the Year.