Adhesives & Sealants Headlines

Aerospace Adhesives and Sealants Market to Climb 5%

The global aerospace adhesives and sealants market is projected to grow from $775 million in 2018 to $1.008 billion by 2023.

January 29, 2019

Epoxy is projected to be the fastest-growing resin type segment of the market during the forecast period.

Nordson Corp. and Nordson Corp. Foundation Mark $100 Million Milestone

Nordson Corp. and the Nordson Corp. Foundation recently announced that they have contributed a combined $10 million to charity during the fiscal year ended October 31, 2018.

January 29, 2019

The year’s contributions mark a significant milestone for the company, which has now invested more than $100 million in its communities throughout its history.

Sartomer Jeffrey Klang is Elected to RadTech Board of Directors

Sartomer’s Klang Elected to RadTech Board of Directors

Sartomer, a business unit of Arkema Inc., recently announce the election of Jeffrey Klang to the board of directors of RadTech.

January 28, 2019

Klang is global R&D director, 3D printing, at Sartomer.

Chemical Activity Barometer Shows Signs of Slower Economic Growth

The Chemical Activity Barometer (CAB) recently posted a 0.3% decline in January on a three-month moving average basis.

January 28, 2019

On a year-over-year basis, the barometer is up 0.8%.

UK Government Advises on Chemical Use if No-Deal Brexit Occurs

The government encouraged a range of industries to prepare for chemical use in the event of a no-deal EU exit.

January 25, 2019

UK REACH would replace EU REACH and will require businesses to demonstrate how a chemical can be safely used.

New Applications Driving Global Adhesives and Sealants Demand

As industrial sectors and the housing market showed moderate growth, manufacturers of adhesives and sealants have also reported a moderate increase in demand.

January 25, 2019

Increased demand for adhesives and sealants is driven by the emergence of new market applications.