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Builder Confidence Posts Solid Gain in May Following Historic April Drop

The May rise in builder sentiment follows the largest single monthly decline in the history of the Housing Market Index in April.

May 22, 2020

In a signal that the housing market is showing signs of stabilizing and gradually moving forward in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes increased seven points to 37 in May, according to the latest National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI).

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Leveraging Adhesive Technology to Support Healthcare Workers

Chicago Glue recently helped Systematics more than double its output of face shields for healthcare workers on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic.

May 22, 2020

When running a business, many scenarios cross your mind. You prepare and plan and adapt. Yet very few, if any, can say they were prepared for the global pandemic that has put stress on not only their company, but also its team members and its operations. As always in challenging times, good things still have the opportunity to happen.

CHANNELED RESOURCES: Pressure-Sensitive Papers and Films

The new portfolio is the result of a supply agreement between Channeled Resources Group and a major U.S. substrate manufacturer that gives the company access to a large volume of off-cuts of premium core and specialty products.

May 21, 2020

Channeled Resources Group has launched Channeled Choice, a portfolio of pressure-sensitive papers and films.

Berry Announces New Meltblown Capacity to Address Rising Pandemic-Related Demand for Filter Media

The new asset is expected to be operational in October 2020 and will be placed in Europe at Berry’s existing production facility in Berlin, Germany.

May 21, 2020

Berry Global Group, Inc. recently announced the continued expansion of its global Meltex meltblown capacity, with the addition of another asset to support growing global face mask demand.

Abstract Deadline Nears for 2020 ASC Annual Convention

The ASC reports that any new technology, market intelligence, or timely topic relevant to the adhesive and sealant industry will be considered.

May 21, 2020

The Adhesive and Sealant Council’s 2020 Annual Convention and EXPO will be held November 4-6 in Louisville, Ky.

Adhesives and Sealants in Support of the European Green Deal

FEICA, the Association of the European Adhesive and Sealant Industry, shares details regarding the continent’s sustainability goals and the role played by the adhesive and sealant industry.

May 20, 2020

The European Union (EU) has taken global leadership in tackling climate change and actively pursues policies to cut its greenhouse gas emissions and to decouple these from economic growth.

3M Enters Three-Year Collaboration Agreement with Wrapmate

The agreement is an expansion of an initial six-month collaboration that was announced in September 2019.

May 20, 2020

Wrapmate and 3M Commercial Solutions have entered a three-year global collaboration agreement to help businesses improve their marketability within the print, signage, and vehicle graphics industry.

Evans Adhesive Unveils New Logo and Renewed Focus

Evans Adhesive reports that growing with the Meridian portfolio of adhesive companies has brought synergies, expertise, and new approaches to problem solving for customers’ latest needs.

May 20, 2020

Evans Adhesive Corp. recently announced a new logo and renewed focus on building a lasting reputation as an agile solution provider in the adhesives market.

Strong Growth Projected for Global Car Sharing Market

Increasing at a CAGR of over 16%, the car sharing market is estimated to see incremental growth of $7.65 billion by 2024.

May 20, 2020

The car sharing market is likely to experience steady growth from 2020-2024 because of stringent government regulations regarding emission control and increasing investments in car sharing by automobile manufacturers.

Paycheck Protection Program Materials Now Available in 17 Additional Languages

The documents are provided in other languages for informational purposes only to assist non-English speakers with completing their Paycheck Protection Program applications.

May 19, 2020

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) recently announced that it is providing Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and related materials in 17 languages other than English to help small business owners recover due to the unprecedented economic disruption caused by the coronavirus outbreak.