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Alternative Cure Systems for RTV Silicone Sealants

We use RTV silicones in our assembly operations, and our workers keep complaining about the strong vinegar smell. Somebody told me that we might be able to get low-odor, low-volatile silicones. What issues should we be aware of?

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

January 25, 2022

Room-temperature vulcanizing (RTV) silicones are well-known for their extreme durability. They are convenient one-component sealants that cure by reaction with moisture from the atmosphere.

Nynas Reorganization Effectively Closes

According to a composition agreement, certain creditors agreed to have claims converted to long-term senior loans.

January 25, 2022

Nynas has settled the payment in full to trade creditors that had claims remaining after they received an initial payment following the completion of Nynas’ company reorganization in January 2021.

Photo of containers of Huntsman's Araldite 2080 structural adhesive

HUNTSMAN: Non-Flammable Structural Adhesive

This adhesive reportedly helps increase end-customer and employee satisfaction, especially in confined working environments, while delivering exceptional bond performance.

January 25, 2022

Huntsman has launched its ARALDITE^® 2080 adhesive, a low-odor, non-flammable (according to CLP, flashpoint > 60°C), and primer-free structural acrylate adhesive.

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Henkel Presence at IPC APEX EXPO 2022 to Feature Materials for Consumer and Industrial Electronics Applications

IPC APEX EXPO 2022 is taking place January 22-27 in San Diego, Calif.

January 25, 2022

Henkel’s exhibit and paper presentations at IPC APEX EXPO 2022 will showcase solutions addressing the requirements across market sectors for increased reliability and sustainability.

Registration Opens for RadTech 2022

The event will feature more than 100 presentations covering the latest industry innovations.

January 24, 2022

Organizers announced that registration is open for RadTech UV+EB Technology Expo & Conference 2022, which will be held May 9-12 in Orlando, Fla.

Arkema to Increase Production of Bio-Circular Elastomers

An investment at the company’s Serquigny site in France will increase production of the bio-circular Pebax Rnew and traditional Pebax ranges.

January 24, 2022

Arkema will increase its global manufacturing capacity for Pebax elastomers by approximately 25% through an investment at its Serquigny plant in France.

Builder Confidence Edges Lower on Inflation Concerns

Builder confidence is lower even as consumer demand remains robust.

January 21, 2022

Growing inflation concerns and ongoing supply chain disruptions snapped a four-month rise in builder sentiment, according to the most recent National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index.

H.B. Fuller Revenue Jumps 17.5% in 2021

The company reported net revenue for fiscal 2021 of $3.3 billion.

January 21, 2022

H.B. Fuller Co. recently reported financial results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended November 27, 2021.

Photo of the Ross Versamix VM-600 with SLIM technology

CHARLES ROSS & SON CO.: Multi-Shaft Mixers

Multi-shaft mixers provide powder dispersion into liquids such as resins, oils, melted waxes, emulsions, and aqueous solutions.

January 20, 2022

Multi-shaft mixers with solids/liquid injection manifold (SLIM) technology from Charles Ross & Son Co. reportedly enable fast and efficient large-scale powder dispersion into low-viscosity liquids.

FINAT Reports on Supply Chain Continuity and Sustainability

A FINAT study reports that supply chain issues and sustainable label and packaging solutions are the top concerns regarding label procurement trends with brand owner professionals.

January 20, 2022

FINAT, the European association for the self-adhesive label industry, has released the 16^th edition of its “FINAT RADAR” half-yearly market trends report.