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Evonik Expands Production of Organic Dispersions for Heat Sealing Applications

Evonik reports that customers in the packaging industry and their need for easier recycling of plastic packaging are driving demand.

October 28, 2021

Evonik recently announced that it has expanded its production capacity for organic dispersions used for heat sealing applications.

Elkem Launches Global Climate Roadmap

The company has set a long-term goal of net-zero emissions by 2050.

October 28, 2021

Elkem recently announced a new climate roadmap detailing how the company plans to develop its business in line with the aim of the Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to well below 2˚C.

Covestro’s Danielmeier Named President of German Chemical Society

The assignment will become effective January 1, 2022.

October 27, 2021

Covestro recently announced that Karsten Danielmeier, Ph.D., currently head of growth businesses in the company’s Coatings and Adhesives Business Entity, will become president of the German Chemical Society.

Barentz Reorganizes Specialty Intermediates Vertical

The reorganization will bring a streamlined product portfolio of synthesis, blending, and multiple packaging capabilities to end markets across North America.

October 27, 2021

Barentz recently announced that it has renamed its Specialty Intermediates vertical to Synthesis Solutions.

Scott Bader Establishes Scott Bader Italia

The new location will help the company serve customers in sectors such as the marine, land transportation, and building and construction markets.

October 26, 2021

Scott Bader recently announced the formation of Scott Bader Italia, a new location to serve the company’s growing base of Italian customers.

Photo of man standing next to two 200-gal model DPM-200 double-planetary mixers

CHARLES ROSS & SON CO.: Double-Planetary Mixer

The company reports that this mixer excels in rugged applications that require enormous torque.

October 26, 2021

According to Charles Ross & Son Co., its double-planetary mixer is used for high-precision mixing, granulation, and vacuum drying.

Arkema Showcases Diverse Product Range at 2021 Adhesive and Sealant Conference

The company will discuss innovations in binders, rheology modifiers, and toughening agents at tabletop 100.

October 26, 2021

Arkema recently announced that it is showcasing its full range of products and technologies for formulators of adhesives and sealants at the Adhesive and Sealant Council’s 2021 Annual Convention & EXPO.

Market Trends

Strong Growth Projected for Structural Adhesives

The global structural adhesives market is projected to reach $27.9 billion and exhibit a considerable CAGR from 2021-2030.

Suchita Gupta

October 26, 2021

Structural adhesives, also known as load-bearing adhesives, are substances that harden and fasten two similar or dissimilar substrate elements with high-modulus, high-strength, and permanent bonds.

Scapa Healthcare Signs Technology Licensing Agreement with Synedgen for Wound Care Technology

Under the terms of the agreement, Scapa Healthcare has exclusive rights over Synedgen’s glycopolymer technology in the field of dermal wounds and surgical care applications.

October 25, 2021

Scapa Healthcare and Synedgen Inc. have signed an exclusive worldwide licensing agreement for two wound care treatments developed using Synedgen’s proprietary glycochemistry technology platform.

LANXESS to Present Expanded Portfolio for Adhesives and Sealants at ASC Convention & EXPO

The company will feature plasticizers, modifiers, urethane systems, and biocides at booth 308.

October 25, 2021

LANXESS recently announced that it will participate in the Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) Convention & EXPO, which is taking place October 25-27 in ChampionsGate, Fla.