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Explosions and Smoke Reported at Arkema Inc. Crosby Plant

Product is stored in multiple locations on the site, and a threat of additional explosion remains.

August 31, 2017

At approximately 2 a.m. CDT today, the company was notified of two explosions and black smoke coming from its Crosby, Texas, plant.

Wacker Marks 40 Years in Brazil

Wacker Química do Brasil Ltda. was established in São Paulo in 1977.

August 31, 2017

Wacker Chemie AG is celebrating the 40th anniversary of its Brazil-based South American headquarters.

Nordson Sealant Equipment Relocates

The relocation reportedly highlights a significant investment the company is making in manufacturing operations and capabilities.

August 30, 2017

Nordson Corp. recently announced the relocation of its Nordson Sealant Equipment line of business from Plymouth, Mich., to a larger, state-of-the-art facility in Wixom, Mich.

EVA Hot-Melt Adhesives Market to Exceed $10 Billion

The hot melt adhesives market size is expected to witness gains at above 5%.

August 30, 2017

Ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) hot-melt adhesives market size is set to exceed $10 billion by 2024.

Polyurethane Innovation Award Winners Announced

This award will be presented during the Polyurethanes Technical Conference, which takes place Oct. 2-4 in New Orleans.

August 29, 2017

The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) recently announced BASF, The Chemours Co., and Covestro as the three finalists for the Polyurethane Innovation Award.

Covestro Announces Adhesives Segment Management Changes

Markus Steilemann, Ph.D., will relinquish his position as head of the polyurethanes segment.

August 29, 2017

Covestro has announced managerial changes in its polyurethanes and coatings, adhesives, specialties segments, effective September 1.

Altstadt Appointed Sea-Land COO

In her new role, Altstadt will be responsible for overseeing all departments and the daily operations of the company reporting to the president.

August 28, 2017

Sea-Land Chemical Co. recently announced the promotion of Jennifer Altstadt to chief operating officer.

Laminating Adhesives Market to Reach $120 Billion

The global laminating adhesives market is estimated to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.42% during the forecast period.

August 28, 2017

The laminating adhesives market is expected to reach $12.3 billion by 2021.

Nagase America Buys Fitz Chem

This acquisition advances the strategy of the Nagase Group for growth in the specialty chemicals market in the U.S.

August 25, 2017

Nagase America recently announced that it has acquired US-based specialty chemicals distributor Fitz Chem Corp.

Ingevity to Acquire Georgia-Pacific’s Pine Chemicals Business

Ingevity expects to close on the transaction in late 2017.

August 25, 2017

Ingevity Corp. recently announced it has reached an agreement with Georgia-Pacific to acquire its pine chemicals business for a cash purchase price of $315 million.