Mergers/Acquisitions - Articles - Page 23 | Adhesives & Sealants Industry

Covestro Completes Acquisition of Resins & Functional Materials Business from DSM

The acquisition includes the addition of more than 20 sites to Covestro's global production network.

April 8, 2021

Covestro recently announced that it has completed its acquisition of the Resins & Functional Materials business from Royal DSM.

Meridian Adhesives Group Acquires Pacific Adhesive Systems

Pacific Adhesive Systems will join Meridian's Electronics Division.

April 7, 2021

Meridian Adhesives Group recently announced its acquisition of Pacific Adhesive Systems, a Malaysia-based company serving the electronics, semiconductor, and medical markets with adhesive and coating solutions.

Hexion Announces Updated Timing for Sale of Phenolic Specialty Resins, Hexamine and Europe-Based Forest Products Resins Businesses

Hexion expects the transaction to close on April 30, 2021.

April 6, 2021

Hexion Inc. is working to complete a limited number of the necessary government approvals and other customary closing conditions to complete the sale of its phenolic specialty resin, hexamine, and Europe-based forest products resins businesses.

Sika Acquires DriTac

Sika reports that the acquisition strengthens its growth platform for interior finishing in the U.S.

April 5, 2021

Sika recently announced the acquisition of DriTac, a U.S.-based floor covering adhesives company.

Sika to Acquire Supermassa do Brasil

The acquisition will reportedly provide Sika with improved access to builders’ merchants and specialized dealers and lead to cross-selling opportunities for Sika’s products through these channels.

March 26, 2021

Sika recently announced that it has agreed to acquire Supermassa do Brasil Ltda, a mortar manufacturer that operates under the BR Massa brand in the Brazilian market.

Wausau Coated Products Acquires Brandywine Drumlabels

Brandywine Drumlabels provides hazard communication labels and software to customers in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and petrochemical markets.

March 17, 2021

Wausau Coated Products recently announced that it has acquired Pennsylvania-based Brandywine Drumlabels, LLC, effective December 30, 2020.

DuPont to Strengthen Electronic Materials Position with Acquisition of Laird Performance Materials

Laird Performance Materials offers a range of performance components and solutions that manage heat and protect devices from electromagnetic interference.

March 16, 2021

DuPont recently announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with Advent International to acquire Laird Performance Materials.

BDK Industrial Products Becomes Part of Swiss ATP Adhesive Systems Group

ATP reports that the combination strengthens the market position of both companies and allows a wider range of tailor-made solutions for customers.

March 11, 2021

UK-based specialized adhesive tape converter BDK Industrial Products Ltd. is becoming part of water-based adhesive tapes manufacturer ATP Adhesive Systems Group.

Meridian Adhesives Group Acquires GENTEC and FT Polymer

Both GENTEC and FT Polymer have been partners with Meridian's Electronics Division.

March 5, 2021

Meridian Adhesives Group recently announced its acquisition of GENTEC and FT Polymer, two Europe-based adhesive suppliers for the electronics, medical, aerospace, and automotive industries.

PPG Completes VersaFlex Acquisition

VersaFlex is an aggregation of four U.S.-based protective coatings companies, consisting of legacy VersaFlex, Raven Lining Systems, Milamar Coatings, and Specialty Products Inc.

March 1, 2021

PPG recently announced that it has completed its acquisition of VersaFlex from DalFort Capital Partners.