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An Ounce of Prevention Leads to Efficient Adhesive Assembly Operations

Environmentally friendly cleaning and preventative maintenance can pay dividends in terms of efficient operation and a safer manufacturing environment.

Susan Sutton

April 12, 2021

Have you ever run your hot-melt tank above the adhesive manufacturer’s recommended operating temperature? Did someone on the line ever forget to turn the equipment off at the end of the day? What about drips on the tank lid, or that one spot on the nozzle that always seems to collect buildup?

Schreiner Group Celebrates 5th Anniversary of Chinese Site

The facility produces products for both the automotive and pharmaceutical industries.

April 12, 2021

Schreiner Group recently announced that its manufacturing facility in the Fengpu, China, is celebrating its fifth anniversary.

Douglas to Resign as Huntsman CFO

The company has initiated a search for a permanent chief financial officer and is evaluating both internal and external candidates.

April 12, 2021

Huntsman Corp. recently announced that Sean Douglas notified the company he intends to resign as executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective July 1, 2021.

Maroon Group Rebrands to Barentz

In conjunction with the rebranding, the company has launched a new North American website.

April 9, 2021

Maroon Group recently announced that the company has been rebranded as Barentz.

Mactac Acquires Duramark Products

The acquisition consists of Duramark Products’ Minneapolis, Minn., and Moore, S.C., facilities.

April 9, 2021

Mactac^®, a LINTEC company, recently announced that it has acquired Duramark Products Inc., previously known as Ritrama USA.

Covestro Completes Acquisition of Resins & Functional Materials Business from DSM

The acquisition includes the addition of more than 20 sites to Covestro's global production network.

April 8, 2021

Covestro recently announced that it has completed its acquisition of the Resins & Functional Materials business from Royal DSM.

ASC Announces 2021 Scholarship Program Recipients

Scholarships totaling $7,500 were awarded to five students pursuing science and/or business-related degrees.

April 8, 2021

The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) recently announced the recipients of its member-only Scholarship Program for the 2020-2021 academic year.

SHUR TECH BRANDS, LLC: Painter’s Tape

The tape provides three-day clean removal without shredding.

April 8, 2021

ShurTech Brands, LLC recently announced that its FrogTape^® brand has developed Pro Grade Orange™, a premium-grade production painter's tape that reportedly offers high adhesion to stick to a variety of surfaces, even in hot and humid conditions.

Meridian Adhesives Group Acquires Pacific Adhesive Systems

Pacific Adhesive Systems will join Meridian's Electronics Division.

April 7, 2021

Meridian Adhesives Group recently announced its acquisition of Pacific Adhesive Systems, a Malaysia-based company serving the electronics, semiconductor, and medical markets with adhesive and coating solutions.