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Chromaflo Technologies Adds Driessen to Global Innovation and Technology Team

Luc Driessen will assist the team in improving Chromaflo’s existing product performance and developing next-generation product lines throughout its product portfolio.

April 17, 2020

Chromaflo Technologies recently announced a new assignment for Luc Driessen on the Global Innovation and Technology team.

Advancing Adhesives

Elastic Strand Bonding without the Use of End-Block Resins

Styrene-isoprene-styrene polymers can be used to eliminate the need for end-block resins in elastic laminate bonding applications.

Paul Dalley J.D.

April 16, 2020

Styrene-isoprene-styrene polymers can be used to eliminate the need for end-block resins in elastic laminate bonding applications.

3M: VHB Tape LSE Series

Made of double-sided acrylic foam, the 3M VHB tape LSE series reportedly creates a long-lasting, high-strength bond and performs well across a wide temperature range, providing a durable alternative to ultrasonic welding and other adhesion methods.

April 16, 2020

The 3M VHB tape LSE series is reportedly a fast, easy, and reliable bonding solution for low-surface-energy (LSE) substrates like polypropylene (PP), thermoplastic olefins (TPO), and thermoplastic elastomers (TPE), as well as composite materials like glass-reinforced plastic (GRP) or fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP).

AkzoNobel Partners with Orange Business Services to Drive Digital Transformation with Secure Global Connectivity Services

Orange Business Services is providing a range of services, including software-defined WAN and LAN, multi-sourcing service integration (MSI), security, and consulting services for AkzoNobel’s global connectivity transformation.

April 16, 2020

AkzoNobel has expanded its agreement with Orange Business Services to transform its global network and security infrastructure, converge information technology/operational technology (IT/OT), and enhance security.

Builder Confidence Posts Historic Decline in April Due to Coronavirus Pandemic

The decline in April was the largest single monthly change in the history of the index and marks the lowest builder confidence reading since June 2012.

April 16, 2020

Reflecting the growing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes plunged 42 points in April, according to the latest National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI).

Berry Global Ahead of Schedule for Impact 2025 Sustainability Strategy

Berry Global recently released its 2019 Impact Report and GRI Index, both of which highlight the company’s Impact 2025 strategy and achievements.

April 15, 2020

Berry Global Group, Inc. recently announced that it is ahead of schedule for its Impact 2025 sustainability strategy.

ASC Announces Call for Speakers for Annual Convention in November

The deadline to submit abstracts for the ASC 2020 Annual Convention and EXPO is May 25.

April 15, 2020

The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) has issued a call for speakers for its 2020 Annual Convention and EXPO, which will be held November 4-6 in Louisville, Ky.

AL MUQARRAM GROUP: Fire-Retardant PU Foam

According to the company, the foam features excellent bonding strength that can be used on a wide range of surfaces.

April 14, 2020

Al Muqarram Group recently announced that it has introduced a new Dolphin B2 fire-retardant polyurethane foam that offers fire safety and insulation into the UAE market.

Cambrian Solutions Appointed Distributor for Arakawa Chemical Hydrogenated Hydrocarbon Resin Line in Canada

Arakawa’s market focus in the Americas is reportedly in supplying to hot melts, sealants, pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs), tapes, and plastic film modification, among other adhesive applications.

April 14, 2020

Arakawa Chemical Inc. recently announced the appointment of Cambrian Solutions, a Maroon Group Company, as Canadian distributor for its C9 hydrogenated hydrocarbon line sold under the ARKON brand name.

RadTech Regulatory Consultant Offers Complimentary Support for Coronavirus-Related Projects

Marcy Gainey of TechCheck LLC, the RadTech regulatory consultant, is offering complimentary support to RadTech members for any project involved with helping to get supplies to the front lines of the fight against the coronavirus.

April 14, 2020

Many RadTech members are working to assist those on the “front lines” of combat against COVID-19.