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Sika has acquired Sable Marco Inc., a manufacturer of cementitious products and mortars in Canada. 

BASF recently announced that it has developed adhesives that do not interfere with the recycling of paper labels on transport boxes, such as paperboard and cardboard boxes. 

Michelman has named Lori Gobris its global marketing manager for circular economy.

Scott Bader recently announced that its Canadian site, based in Drummondville, will begin manufacturing Crestabond^® structural adhesives in 2022. 

Quick thinking. Open communication. Digital solutions. Streamlined processes. Wide-ranging supply chain issues coupled with the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic have pushed companies that supply raw materials and chemicals to their limits. But as the old saying goes, necessity is the mother of invention—and players in the adhesives and sealants industry are nothing if not inventive.

Evonik has developed a sustainability strategy that goes beyond its own additives by making the formulation and the final product the focus of all its activities.

Hexion Inc. recently announced that it will increase prices of its Versatic™ acids globally for all products shipped on or after April 1, 2022, or as contract terms allow.

The FLEXcon^® L-59FR series flame-retardant adhesive portfolio, featuring a self-extinguishing, non-halogenated flame-retardant adhesive, has been expanded to include both 2 mil and 4 mil adhesive coat weights as either a transfer tape or coated film.

Mactac^® recently announced the appointment of Nick Savelieff as its vice president of operations.

Barentz North America recently announced that it has been granted Gold Level recognition from EcoVadis for its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) program.