Adhesives & Sealants Headlines

Spaulding, Ackerberg, and Heird Named to New Positions at RPM as Horan Retires

Bill Spaulding, president of Rust-Oleum Corp., will succeed Terry Horan as RPM Consumer Group president.

August 20, 2021

RPM International Inc. recently announced several key leadership appointments in response to the retirement of Terry Horan.

PSTC Launches John “JJ” Johnston Memorial Scholarship

The scholarship is for undergraduate students who are passionate about pressure-sensitive tape (PSA) and related fields.

August 20, 2021

The Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (PSTC) recently announced the launch of its John “JJ” Johnston Memorial Scholarship.

Revenue Grows 41% for IPG in 2021 Second Quarter

IPG has revised its expectations for fiscal 2021 due to strong demand and the order backlog experienced to date.

August 19, 2021

Intertape Polymer Group Inc. (IPG) recently released results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2021.

Phoseon Announces Strategic Partnership with American Ultraviolet

The two companies have 80 combined years of arc, microwave, and LED experience.

August 19, 2021

Phoseon Technology recently announced that it is partnering with American Ultraviolet for the advancement of LED curing in all UV curing markets.

Yonker Promoted to Sales Manager-CASE Midwest for Barentz

Todd Yonker is responsible for the CASE Midwest sales team in the legacy Cary Co.'s territory.

August 18, 2021

Barentz recently announced the promotion of Todd Yonker to sales manager-CASE Midwest.

Sika Acquires Mexico-Based Bexel Internacional

Bexel operates five strategically located production plants that complement Sika’s existing geographical footprint and further support the strategic focus on big cities.

August 18, 2021

Sika recently announced that it has acquired Bexel Internacional S.A. de C.V., a leading manufacturer of tile adhesives and stuccos in Mexico.

Michelman Pasha Solel and Gianluigi Rankin

Michelman Shares Personnel Announcements

Michelman announced a new senior business development manager for Flexible Packaging and the appointment of a team member to the Digital Print for Packaging US Advisory Board.

August 17, 2021

Michelman recently announced an addition to its workforce, as well as an advisory board appointment.

Henkel Invests in China-Based Material Science Fund

As limited partner of the fund, Henkel will strengthen its access to the fast-growing start-up scene in China.

August 17, 2021

Henkel Adhesive Technologies recently announced that it is strengthening its corporate venture capital activities by investing in the third fund of Richland Capital (Richland Capital Fund III), Beijing, China.