ASHLAND: Medical Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive February 7, 2019 The pressure-sensitive adhesive was reportedly developed for medical use.Read More
R.D. Abbott Expands LORD Distribution R.D. Abbott Co. Inc. recently signed a new distribution agreement with LORD Corp. to expand its distribution of LORD adhesives and coatings to Canada. February 6, 2019 This new agreement will be facilitated and managed locally by RDAbbott’s newly established division, RDAbbott Canada Ltd.Read More
Ask Dr. Dave Ask Dr. Dave: Have there been any recent developments in the bonding of PTFE to itself or to metals? Dave Dunn's February 2019 column. Dave Dunn Ph.D. February 5, 2019 Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) is low-surface-energy plastic that is very difficult to bond. PTFE exclusively comprises fluorine and carbon atoms with no polar atoms such as oxygen or nitrogen.Read More
2019 Raw Materials and Chemicals Roundtable Uncertainty, rising costs and sustainability are among the concerns facing the raw materials market. Teresa McPherson February 5, 2019 The raw materials market is continuously impacted by factors including rising prices, limited supply and other uncertainties.Read More
Bunten Joins Dowd and Guild as Account Manager Dowd and Guild Inc. recently announced that Tom Bunten has joined the company as an account manager. February 5, 2019 Prior to joining Dowd and Guild, he was a research and development associate at PPG Aerospace.Read More
AIR SCIENCE: Safety Cabinet February 5, 2019 The single EC blower motor design allows for ease of use and reliability.Read More
Nominations Sought for Tess Award in Coatings The award reportedly recognizes outstanding individual achievements and noteworthy contributions to coatings science, technology, and engineering. February 5, 2019 Nominations are welcome from all segments of industry, academia, and government.Read More
Corrigan Promoted to Chromaflo Account Manager Chromaflo Technologies recently announced the promotion of Kyle Corrigan to account manager. February 4, 2019 Corrigan previously served as a coatings technical service representative.Read More
OMNOVA Fourth-Quarter 2018 Sales Rise 2% OMNOVA Solutions Inc. recently reported net sales for the quarter 2018 were $191.3 million. February 4, 2019 Net sales for the quarter rose 2.7% from last year’s $186.3 million. Read More
Industrial Development, Environmental Regulations Spurring Coatings Industry Growth The global coatings market accounted for $146.25 billion in 2017. February 4, 2019 By geography, Asia-Pacific is the largest market for the global market during the forecast period.Read More