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Master Bond Supreme electronics adhesives

MASTER BOND INC.: Non-Premixed and Frozen, One-Part Epoxy for Chip Coating

Supreme 3CCM-85 reportedly cures within 2-3 hrs at 175-185°F (80-85°C), which is advantageous for use on heat-sensitive components and substrates.

August 7, 2019

Featuring a combination of thermal conductivity and electrical insulation properties, Master Bond Supreme 3CCM-85 is reportedly a new single-component epoxy initially designed for glob top and chip coating applications.

IGM Increases Photoinitiator Capacity with New Plant in China and Expansion Projects in Italy

IGM announced two capacity expansion projects at its Mortara, Italy, photoinitiator production site that will increase the site’s capacity by 25%.

August 7, 2019

Due to the growing demand of its global business and the drive to introduce innovative new products to the UV/radiation curing market, IGM Resins recently announced that it has commenced the development of a new state-of-the-art photoinitiator production facility in Anqing, Anhui Province, China.

Editor's Memo

Developing the 2019 ASI Top 20 List of the Leading Global Manufacturers of Adhesives and Sealants

I would like to personally send my thanks to all of the companies that answered our call for information about their adhesives and sealants businesses.

Susan Sutton

August 7, 2019

Adhesives and sealants are truly everywhere, and their use is growing daily: from the cars we drive and the homes we build to the planes we fly in and the phones that we rely on so much.

Adhesives Sales Decline for Ashland in Third 2019 Fiscal Quarter while Coatings Sales Bump Up

Ashland’s sales declined 4% to $641 million, compared to the 2018 fiscal third quarter, including a two percentage-point (ppt) impact from unfavorable currency.

August 6, 2019

Ashland Global Holdings Inc. recently announced preliminary financial results for the third quarter of its 2019 fiscal year.

CHARLES ROSS & SON CO.: Planetary Dual Dispersers and Advanced Discharge Systems

According to Ross, the system delivers processing power for new-generation batteries, adhesives, composites, pharmaceuticals, coatings, and chemicals.

August 6, 2019

Charles Ross & Son Co. recently announced the newest addition to its planetary mixing line of industrial mixers, the planetary dual disperser (PDDM).

MAPEI’s Johnson to serve on FCICA Executive Board

Prior to accepting the nomination for vice chairman of associates, Johnson served on the FCICA board of directors for a year.

August 6, 2019

MAPEI Corp. recently announced that Jeff Johnson, business manager for Floor Covering Installation Systems (FCIS), has been elected to serve as vice chairman of associates on the executive board of the Flooring Contractors Association (FCICA).

Top 5 News that Sticks

DELO World Record Leads the News

Readers last week were most interested in the world record recently set by DELO’s epoxy resins.

Susan Sutton

August 5, 2019

Does your company have any record-breaking products? I’d love to hear about them!

Forbo Sees Sales Growth for Construction Adhesives in 2019 First Half

Forbo reports that building and construction adhesives activity posted encouraging sales growth on the whole for the first six months of 2019.

August 5, 2019

Forbo Group recently reported net sales of CHF 649.4 million (approximately $653.2 million) in the first half of 2019, compared to CHF 668.8 million (~ $672.7 million) in the 2018 first half.

Chromaflo Acquires Liquid Colours’ Dispersion Division

The newly acquired colorant dispersion division reportedly includes pigment dispersions and colorant technologies for decorative paint point of sale, in-plant systems, industrial coatings, and other applications that will be integrated into Chromaflo’s recently built plant in Johannesburg.

August 5, 2019

Chromaflo Technologies Corp. recently announced that it has concluded a purchase agreement with Liquid Colours (Pty.) Limited of South Africa.

Ravago Announces Rebranding

RCNA expects that a common approach will allow it to maximize both speed and efficiency while improving its ability to quickly understand and react to changing market dynamics.

August 5, 2019

Ravago Chemicals North America (RCNA) recently announced the rebranding and consolidation of its three channel companies (Pacific Coast Chemicals, TH Hilson, and TMC Materials) under the RCNA brand name, effective August 1.