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PSTC Seeks Abstracts for Tape Week 2022

The deadline for abstract submissions is September 1, 2021.

July 27, 2021

The Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (PSTC) recently announced the official opening of abstract submissions for its inaugural Tape Week event, slated for May 2-5, 2022, in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.

Mejia Appointed Mule-Hide West Regional Director

Mejia comes to Mule-Hide Products from parent company ABC Supply Co. Inc.

July 26, 2021

Mule-Hide Products Co. Inc. has named Martin Mejia regional director for the West, including Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.

ACC’s Baca to Deliver Polyurethanes Technical Conference Keynote

The keynote will cover the integral role plastics play in achieving a lower-carbon future.

July 26, 2021

The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) recently announced that Joshua Baca, vice president of the American Chemistry Council's (ACC) Plastics Division, will deliver the keynote at the 63^rd Polyurethanes Technical Conference.

Sika Expands Roofing and Waterproofing Offerings with Hydrotech Acquisition

With this acquisition, Sika reports that it will become the number-one supplier of green roofs in North America.

July 23, 2021

Sika recently announced that it has acquired American Hydrotech Inc. in the U.S. and its affiliate Hydrotech Membrane Corp. in Canada.

Gargano Named President, Asia Pacific for Graco

Anthony “Tony” Gargano has more than 15 years of service with Graco and 10 years of outside industry experience.

July 23, 2021

Graco Inc. recently announced that Anthony “Tony” Gargano has been appointed president, Asia Pacific, effective July 21, 2021.

SOCMA Asks EPA to Uphold Revisions Made in 2019 Risk Management Plan Final Rule

The RMP rule is designed to prevent accidental releases at facilities manufacturing specific chemicals.

July 22, 2021

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) has called on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to uphold revisions made in 2019 to the Risk Management Plan (RMP) Rulemaking, which has the support of specialty and batch chemical manufacturers.

ENGINEERED POLYMER SOLUTIONS (EPS): Resin for Soft-Peel Protective Film

The resin is an all-acrylic polymer emulsion for use in removable, pressure-sensitive adhesive applications.

July 22, 2021

Engineered Polymer Solutions (EPS) has launched EPS^® 2157, a resin for protective films for appliances, doors, and glass, as well as any application where protective masking is required.

Erwin Named Technical Sales Representative for R.E. Carroll

Scott Erwin will cover accounts in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina.

July 22, 2021

R.E. Carroll Inc. recently announced that Scott Erwin has been appointed technical sales representative for the Southeast U.S.

Elkem Sees Record Sales in 2021 Second Quarter

Elkem reports that the company’s total operating income for the second quarter 2021 increased 25% from the corresponding quarter last year.

July 21, 2021

In the second quarter of 2021, Elkem reports that it delivered all-time high operating income for the third consecutive quarter and another strong quarterly result.

NAHB Urges Congress to Enact Policies to Help Builders Boost Housing Production

NAHB CEO Jerry Howard testified during a hearing of the House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Oversight on the topic of expanding housing access to all Americans.

July 21, 2021

Jerry Howard, CEO of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), recently testified before Congress and called on lawmakers to enact key policy proposals that will help home builders expand the housing supply, reduce the housing deficit, and improve housing affordability for all Americans.