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Readers Most Drawn to H.B. Fuller’s Third Quarter Performance

Last week, news from H.B. Fuller regarding its financial performance in the third quarter garnered the most reader interest.

Susan Sutton

October 12, 2020

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Dow Earns Five R&D 100 Awards

Considered one of the most prestigious innovation awards programs, the R&D 100 honors innovation pioneers and their contributions to science and technology.

October 12, 2020

Five technologies from Dow were recently recognized with R&D 100 Awards.

Maroon Group Named Exclusive Distributor of Dicalite’s Microlite Product Line in North America

Maroon Group is the exclusive distributor of DMG’s Microlite line of vermiculite-based flame-retardant dispersions and powder for the CASE market in the U.S. and Canada.

October 12, 2020

Maroon Group recently announced a new distribution relationship with Dicalite Management Group (DMG).

H.B. Fuller Joins Amazon Packaging Support and Supplier Network

As a certified Amazon supplier, H.B. Fuller reports that it can support Amazon packaging suppliers in qualifying for all three tiers by meeting the APASS guidelines.

October 9, 2020

H.B. Fuller recently announced that it is a certified member of the Amazon Packaging Support and Supplier (APASS) network.

Davenport Named Newest ChemQuest Director

A specialty chemicals industry veteran, Karl Davenport brings over 35 years of global experience to ChemQuest.

October 9, 2020

The ChemQuest Group recently announced that it has hired Karl Davenport to be its newest director.

Bringing the Industry Together at the ASC Virtual Convention and EXPO

The ASC Virtual Convention and EXPO will offer a co-located short course, live keynote speakers, dozens of education sessions, an interactive exhibition, and many networking opportunities.

October 8, 2020

The global COVID-19 pandemic has made it challenging for the industry to come together at traditional trade shows, meetings, and other events. The ongoing crisis and evolving safety guidelines prompted The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) to pivot multiple times throughout the year, ultimately developing a Virtual Convention and EXPO that will be held November 4-6.

VISCOTEC: Diamond-Coated Dispensing Rotor

Rotors refined with a so-called “diamond coating” (DC) can reportedly double or triple the lifetime of the system until the rotor must be replaced.

October 8, 2020

preeflow by ViscoTec has developed a solution to significantly improve the service life of the dispensing system when processing highly abrasive materials, especially in small quantity ranges.

Sika Shares Details Regarding COVID-19 Impact and Strategic Targets

Members of group management and Sika experts explained how trends such as innovation, digitalization, renovation, and sustainability are opening up opportunities for the company to gain market share during the COVID-19 crisis.

October 8, 2020

At the recent Sika Capital Markets Day 2020 held in Zurich, CEO Paul Schuler confirmed the group’s strategic targets.

BASF Closes Divestiture of Construction Chemicals Business

With around 7,500 employees, the Construction Chemicals business operates production sites and sales offices in more than 60 countries and generated sales of about €2.6 billion (~ $3.1 billion) in 2019.

October 8, 2020

BASF recently announced that it has closed the divestiture of its Construction Chemicals business to an affiliate of Lone Star, a global private equity firm.

Berry Global Facility Achieves ISCC Plus Certification for the Production of Sustainable Nonwovens

ISCC Plus is a supply chain certification for circular materials, both recycled and bio-based.

October 7, 2020

Berry Global Group, Inc. recently announced that its Biesheim, France, facility has achieved an International Sustainability and Carbon Certificate (ISCC), which enables the site to sell ISCC Plus-certified nonwovens.