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Evonik fumed silica Antwerp

Evonik Expands Fumed Silica Capacity with New Facility in Antwerp

Typical applications for Evonik’s fumed silica include paints and coatings, advanced adhesive systems, transparent silicones, and non-combustible high-performance insulation materials.
Evonik recently announced that it has started up a new plant complex for the production of fumed silica in Antwerp in order to meet high demand.
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HUNTSMAN ADVANCED MATERIALS: Structural Adhesives

ARALDITE 2050 and ARALDITE 2051 structural adhesives reportedly speed up bonding operations in sub-zero temperatures and in saltwater or high-humidity conditions.
Huntsman Advanced Materials recently showcased its evolving portfolio of high-performance adhesives and composites systems with the launch of four new products at SAMPE 2019 in Charlotte, N.C.
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AAMA flashing standard

AAMA Releases Updated Standard for Liquid-Applied Flashing for Exterior Wall Openings

When making use of liquid-applied flashing during the installation of products, both the International Residential Code and the International Building Code reference AAMA 714.

The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) has released an updated specification establishing minimum performance requirements for liquid-applied flashing used to provide water-resistive seals around exterior wall openings in buildings (e.g., fenestration products, such as windows and doors, as well as other through-wall penetrations).


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Susan Sutton updated Editor's Memo
Editor's Memo

Building Distributor Partnerships in the Adhesives and Sealants Industry

Strong distributor relationships can bring advanced benefits to help companies in the adhesives and sealants industry succeed.
Susan Sutton
Susan Sutton

I’ve been watching a lot of the FIFA Women’s World Cup matches, and the level of competition has really kicked up since the 2015 event. It’s great to watch experienced, well-honed teams like England and France work together with such skill and efficiency. I can’t help but draw parallels to the successful partnerships we see between distributors, raw materials and chemicals suppliers, and manufacturers and end users in the adhesives and sealants industry.


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FLEXcon Acquires Narrow Web Embossing Machine

FLEXcon will use the narrow web embossing machine during the development of new microstructures.

FLEXcon Co., Inc. recently announced that it has acquired a narrow web embossing machine with a portion of the funds received from the Massachusetts Manufacturing Innovation Initiative (M2I2) grant awarded to Carpe Diem Technologies.


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