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MAPEI Opens East Africa Subsidiary

The office joins existing MAPEI facilities in Egypt, South Africa and the United Arab Emirates.

December 12, 2018

MAPEI Group recently announced it has grown to include 87 subsidiaries with the addition of Mapei East Africa Ltd.

Growing Construction Industry to Drive Polymer Binders Market

The global construction output is projected to grow by 85% to reach $15.5 trillion by 2030.

December 12, 2018

The polymer binders market is estimated to be $24.1 billion in 2018 and is projected to reach $35 billion by 2023.

Meridian Adhesives Group Purchases Evans Adhesive

Arsenal Capital Partners created Meridian earlier this year as its new platform in the global adhesives and sealants sector.

December 11, 2018

Meridian Adhesives Group recently announced the acquisition of Evans Adhesive Corp.

ASC Seeks Innovation Awards Nominations

The deadline for submissions for the 2019 Innovation Award is January 31, 2019.

December 11, 2018

The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) recently announced it is accepting nominations for its Innovation Awards.

3M to Include Sustainability in All New Products

The new requirement is reportedly the first goal of the company’s new sustainability focus that CEO Mike Roman announced Nov. 15.

December 11, 2018

3M recently announced that, starting in 2019, all new products it launches will be required to have a Sustainability Value Commitment.

CREATIVE MATERIALS: Silicone-Based Adhesive

December 11, 2018

This company introduces 127-30HV, an electrically conductive silicone-based adhesive, ink, and coating.

Adhesives and Sealants Industry Leaders Gather in Florida

The Adhesive and Sealant Council’s annual Executive Leadership Conference brought together executives from top companies to discuss important industry topics.

Teresa McPherson

December 10, 2018

From October 15-17, adhesives and sealants industry executives from the top companies came together in Naples, Fla., for the annual Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) Executive Leadership Conference.

Ask Dr. Dave

Ask Dr. Dave: What does fumed silica do for adhesives and sealants compared to other thickeners?

Dave Dunn's December 2018 column.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

December 10, 2018

What does fumed silica do for adhesives and sealants compared to other thickeners like wood flour or clays, and how do you handle the huge clouds of dust from the bags?