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HENKEL: Liquid Gap Filler

According to Henkel, its new liquid TIM effectively marries high thermal conductivity of 7.0 W/mK with a maximum possible speed tested of 18 g per second.

August 27, 2020

Henkel recently announced the debut of Bergquist gap filler TGF 7000, a thermal interface material (TIM).

FLEXcon’s Bitar Appointed Chair of AIM North America’s Pharma Working Group

The focus of the Pharma Working Group will be to prepare the pharmaceutical industry for the Drug Supply Chain Security Act, which will go into effect in 2023.

August 26, 2020

FLEXcon Co., Inc. recently announced that Lori Bitar, Market Development manager, has been appointed by AIM North America to serve as chair of its Pharma Working Group.

SBA Still Accepting Applications for Economic Injury Disaster Loans

Economic Injury Disaster Loan proceeds can be used to cover a wide array of working capital and normal operating expenses, such as continuation to health care benefits, rent, utilities, and fixed debt payments.

August 26, 2020

Small businesses, private non-profits, and agricultural businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic can still apply for an Economic Injury Disaster Loan.

Campbell Named U.S. Human Resources Manager for Maroon Group

Throughout her career, Beth Campbell has held leadership roles with service providers and manufacturers.

August 25, 2020

Maroon Group recently announced the appointment of Beth Campbell as Human Resources manager for the U.S.

Climate Change Projected to Disrupt Chemical Industry Production

Beyond requiring mitigation steps, climate impacts will also drive structural changes to industry production.

August 25, 2020

Climate-related hazards are poised to disrupt the chemical industry and have already caused hundreds of millions in damage globally.

VISCOTEC: Stainless-Steel Components for eco-PEN Dispensers

According to the company, various requirements in specific applications have made it necessary to expand the portfolio.

August 25, 2020

ViscoTec preeflow recently announced that it has developed a stainless-steel kit for eco-PEN 300, 330, and 450 dispensers.

Exploring Sausage Packages for Commercial and DIY Mastics

Many mastic users are either unaware that the sausage package option is available or they find it is not available in the brand they prefer.

Daniel McKenzie

August 25, 2020

Currently, mastic is available to commercial and DIY consumers primarily in squeeze tubes and 10-oz cartridges. Although the sausage packaging format exists as an alternative, in a 20-oz size and a smaller “mini” option (2-3.5 oz), its availability is limited—as a stroll down the sealant aisle of Home Depot or Lowes will confirm.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Two Structural Adhesives from DuPont Top the News

Last week, readers were most interested in recognition earned by two DuPont structural adhesives.

Susan Sutton

August 24, 2020

Has your company received an award or reached a milestone achievement? We’d love to help you celebrate! Please send your news to me at suttons@bnpmedia.com.

Blackburn Joins ChemQuest as Director of Intellectual Property

Sapna Blackburn has more than 20 years’ worth of R&D and subject matter expertise in materials development and intellectual property (IP) generation and protection.

August 24, 2020

The ChemQuest Group has expanded its offerings to include Intellectual Property services, led by industry veteran Sapna Blackburn, Ph.D.

EPA Calls for 2021 Green Chemistry Challenge Award Nominations

The Green Chemistry Challenge Awards recognize innovation by American businesses and researchers that redesign chemical products and processes to reduce or eliminate the use and manufacture of hazardous substances.

August 24, 2020

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is now accepting nominations for the 2021 Green Chemistry Challenge Awards.