The Westlake Epoxy Duisburg, Germany, manufacturing
site received mass-balance certification for its tracing and handling of sustainable materials in the production of epoxy specialty products.
Arkema announced a partnership with the carrier ISMERT, part of the MGE Group, to address the challenge of reducing transportation emissions associated with its acrylic products.
During the 2024 FGIA Annual Conference, Technical Training Specialist Aaron Blom presented a session about the importance of surface preparation in the application of sealants and coatings.
The integration of digitalization into chemical industry maintenance marks a paradigm shift, offering unprecedented opportunities for efficiency, cost reduction, and sustainability.
Embracing the use of digitalization into chemical industry maintenance requires a strategic approach, commitment to change, and a focus on the holistic development of both technology and human resources.
To compete in the evolving sustainability landscape, manufacturers need to invest in current technologies and new chemistries to develop products with validated sustainability claims.
Examining the manufacturing process and chemistries of key materials used for packaging materials, such as latex binders, can help the industry keep up with the increased demand for parcel shipping while also meeting sustainability requirements.