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Cargill to Acquire Arkema’s Epoxides Business

The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2021.

October 4, 2021

Arkema recently announced the proposed divestment of its epoxides business to Cargill.

KPX Chemical and Huntsman Form Joint Venture in Korea

The joint venture will create and provide polyurethane system solutions to Korean automakers.

October 1, 2021

KPX Chemical and Huntsman Corp. recently announced the establishment of a joint venture called KPX Huntsman Polyurethanes Automotive Co., Ltd.

Graco Named a Best Workplace by Fortune

Graco ranked eighth on the internationally recognized list.

October 1, 2021

Graco Inc. recently announced that it has been named one of the 2021 Best Workplaces in Manufacturing and Production, according to Fortune magazine.

Hexion Plans to Separate into Two Independent Companies

The separation is currently targeted for completion in the fourth quarter of 2021, subject to certain approvals and tax and legal considerations.

September 30, 2021

Hexion Holdings Corp. recently announced its plan to separate into two independent companies: Hexion Holdings, comprising the company’s Adhesives and Versatic Acids and Derivatives product lines, and Hexion Coatings and Composites (US) Inc., composed of Hexion Holdings’ former epoxy-based Coatings and Composites products.

Ford to Build New Electric Vehicle Mega-Campus in Tennessee, Battery Plants in Kentucky

The facilities will produce the next generation of electric F-Series trucks and the batteries to power future electric Ford and Lincoln vehicles.

September 30, 2021

Ford Motor Co. recently announced plans to bring electric vehicles at scale to American customers with two new environmentally and technologically advanced campuses in Tennessee and Kentucky.

EPIC RESINS: Additive Manufacturing Capabilities

The versatile 3D printing units can be used in numerous applications.

September 30, 2021

Epic Resins recently announced the addition of two 3D printers to its laboratory that will be used to help customers innovate faster and more efficiently.

Andersson Named Nynas Vice President Group Strategy & Sustainable Development

Before coming to Nynas, Andersson served as the CEO of the National Oil Industry Association in Sweden, Drivkraft Sverige.

September 29, 2021

Nynas recently announced that it has appointed Johan Andersson vice president of Group Strategy & Sustainable Development.

Fedrigoni Receives EcoVadis Gold Rating

According to EcoVadis, Fedrigoni ranks among the best global companies in terms of environment protection and social responsibility initiatives.

September 29, 2021

Fedrigoni recently announced that it has received a Gold rating from EcoVadis for its commitment to sustainability.

Avery Dennison Receives How2Recycle Label for RFID Paper Hang Tags

Factors considered when assigning the How2Recycle label include applicable law, collection, sortation, reprocessing, and end markets.

September 28, 2021

Avery Dennison Corp. recently announced that it has become the first pre-qualified intelligent labels provider to receive the How2Recycle label for RFID paper hang tags.

CREATIVE MATERIALS: Coating and Encapsulant

Applications include electronics, automotive manufacturing, shipbuilding, aerospace, military, and telecommunication.

September 28, 2021

Creative Materials recently introduced 111-27, an electrically insulating, thermally curing, colorless coating and encapsulant that can be applied by different methods.