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RadTech 2022 Opens Call for Papers

The event is scheduled for May 10-12, 2022, at the Hyatt Regency Orlando in Orlando, Fla.

August 4, 2021

RadTech International North America recently announced that it is accepting abstracts for the 2022 RadTech UV+EB Technology Conference & Exposition.

Berry Global Surpasses Electricity Reduction Goal

Accomplished through hundreds of small projects, team members from around the world led initiatives to decrease energy use in Berry's facilities.

August 4, 2021

Berry Global Group Inc. recently announced the approval of projects that will help it achieve its new milestone goal to eliminate 100 million kilowatt hours (kWh) of electricity from its operations.

Case Study

Solving Glue Transfer Challenges with Peristaltic Pumps

A world-renowned paper tissue manufacturer is enjoying multiple benefits following the selection of peristaltic pumps for the transfer of a glue/ink mixture used in its manufacturing process.

Simon Hooton

August 4, 2021

Careful consideration must be taken with pump selection when handling the transfer of glues. Depending on the type, these adhesives can be highly viscous and often harden and solidify when exposed to air. Glues are typically either water or solvent based; in this instance, the former is relevant.

Pilot Chemical to Increase Production Capacity

The company is undertaking a multi-phase expansion of its proprietary ice-cold sulfonation technology at its site in Middletown, Ohio.

August 3, 2021

Pilot Chemical Co. recently announced that it is taking steps to increase production capacity of its differentiated product lines to allow for future demand increases.

MASTER BOND: Silicone Adhesive

The system is thermally conductive and electrically insulating.

August 3, 2021

Master Bond MasterSil 153AO is an addition-cured, two-part silicone with a self-priming property.

Ashland Reports Strong Demand in 2021 Fiscal Third Quarter

Sales were $637 million, up 11% compared to the prior-year period.

August 3, 2021

Ashland Global Holdings Inc. recently announced preliminary financial results for the third quarter of its 2021 fiscal year, which ended June 30, 2021.

Seven Ways Adhesives Push Electric Vehicle Design Forward

Adhesives offer significant advancements in electric vehicle safety, cost, durability, and performance.

Andreas Lutz Ph.D.

August 2, 2021

The transformation of the world’s vehicles from internal combustion engines (ICEs) to electric vehicles (EVs) relies in large part on what holds the vehicles together—namely, adhesives.

Blakely Named President of North American CASE & Plastics Vertical for Barentz

Mark Blakely joins Barentz as the company is rapidly scaling its North American CASE & Plastics business.

August 2, 2021

Barentz recently announced that it has appointed Mark Blakely president of its North American CASE & Plastics vertical.

Avery Dennison to Acquire Vestcom for Nearly $1.5 Billion

Vestcom uses data management capabilities to synthesize and streamline store-level data and deliver item-specific, price-integrated messaging at the shopper’s point of decision.

August 2, 2021

Avery Dennison recently announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire Vestcom, a provider of pricing and branded labeling solutions at the shelf-edge for retailers and consumer packaged goods companies.

Thiele Kaolin Set to Acquire Certain Imerys Kaolin Clay Assets in North America

Subject to customary closing conditions, the transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2021.

July 30, 2021

Thiele Kaolin Co. and Imerys Performance Minerals have entered into an agreement of sale, through which Thiele will acquire certain Imerys kaolin assets.