Adhesives & Sealants Headlines

Hallstar Expands Partnership with L.V. Lomas

As of September 1, Hallstar will transition distribution activity for several of its accounts in the U.S.

June 29, 2017

Hallstar recently announced an expanded partnership with L.V. Lomas.

Housing Market Recovery Prompting Wood Adhesives Market Growth

The demand for timber furniture and plywood building materials has risen significantly.

June 29, 2017

Recovery in the global housing market and increasing consumer spending on luxury furniture and home décor has prompted higher investments in wood adhesives.

RadTech Europe Program Announced

The program will feature developments in photochemistry, photoinitiators, formulations, coatings, equipment, and printing; innovations in materials and applications, including 3D printing; and legislative issues.

June 28, 2017

More than 60 speakers will cover wide-ranging topics of current interest and relevance, centered around new UV/EB and UV-LED technology developments and applications.

Mactac Film Receives Flammability Certification

The flammability test is frequently required for materials used inside a vehicle’s passenger compartment.

June 27, 2017

Mactac® has received Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) No. 302 flammability certification for its VDG6911 durable film solution.

Composite Adhesives Market to Rise 8%

The global composite adhesives market is projected to reach $1.78 billion by 2022.

June 27, 2017

The global market for composite adhesives is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9% from 2017 to 2022.

Ashland Receives Patent

The technology tandem reportedly creates a coating for flexible packaging that is water and scuff resistant.

June 26, 2017

The technology tandem reportedly creates a coating for flexible packaging that is water and scuff resistant.

Increased Usage of Printed Tapes Driving Growth

The global printed tapes market is expected to reach $39.79 billion by 2025.

June 26, 2017

Growing usage of the tapes for branding and marketing purposes is expected to bolster growth over the forecast period.

NatureWorks Forms Performance Chemicals Division

The newly created division will supply to companies that manufacture C.A.S.E., toners, and fine chemicals.

June 23, 2017

NatureWorks has recently formed a performance chemicals division to supply lactides, polyols, binder resins, and chemical intermediates.

Shaw Elected Troy VP, Regulatory Affairs

Shaw will be responsible for continuing the company’s growth efforts in Asia-Pacific.

June 23, 2017

Troy Corp. recently announced the election of Donald A. Shaw, Ph.D., by the board of directors to the position of senior vice president AMEAI and regulatory affairs.