Adhesives & Sealants Headlines

Smith Named Troy Executive VP, COO

Troy Corp. recently announced the election of W. Brian Smith by the board of directors to the position of executive vice president and chief operating officer.

February 27, 2017

Smith will be responsible for ensuring operational excellence throughout the organization.

Coatings Trends & Technologies Seeks Speakers

Paint & Coatings Industry (PCI) magazine recently issued a call for speakers for its Coatings Trends & Technologies (CTT).

February 27, 2017

The deadline for abstracts is April 14.

Plaza Group Acquires Truth Chemical

“The addition of Truth Chemical is an opportunity for immediate growth in clientele, an expansion of our product portfolio and expansion into industries not currently serviced,” said Randy Velarde, president and founder of The Plaza Group.

February 27, 2017

The Plaza Group, a leading international petrochemical marketing firm, recently announced it has acquired Truth Chemical.

Wilson Joins Cadence Chemical

Wilson will be integrally involved with the management of existing Cadence principal supplier relationships.

February 24, 2017

Cadence Chemical, a Maroon Group LLC company, recently announced that Alexander “Sandy” Wilson has joined the organization as vice president, Principal Management Specialty Intermediates.

Parry Elected to Celanese Board of Directors

Parry is currently vice chairman of Illinois Tool Works Inc.

February 24, 2017

The Board of Directors of Celanese Corp. recently announced that David C. Parry has been elected to the company’s Board of Directors.

Graco Opens Applications Laboratory

The 10,000-sq-ft lab focuses on metering, mix and dispense equipment, as well as automation capabilities.

February 23, 2017

Graco Advanced Fluid Dispense (AFD) recently announced it has opened its new Applications Laboratory and Learning Center.

Banick to Lead Hexion Resins Segment

Banick will oversee Hexion’s North American wood fiber, oriented strand board, plywood, performance adhesives, laminated melamine derivatives, and wax business segments.

February 23, 2017

Hexion Inc. recently announced that Steve Banick has been named leader of the North America Commercial and Supply Chain organization within the company’s forest products resins segment.