Adhesives and Sealants Topics

Altice Elected NatureWorks President and CEO

Altice replaces Marc Vergruggen, who retired in 2017.

April 27, 2018

NatureWorks’ board of directors elected Richard Altice as the company’s new president and CEO.

DOW PACKAGING AND SPECIALTY PLASTICS: Acrylic PSA

April 26, 2018

This company has introduced ROBOND™ PS-7735 acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive, an all-temperature addition to its waterborne adhesives and coatings line.

Adhesive Tapes Market to Rise 6%

Asia-Pacific is reportedly the fastest-growing market for adhesive tapes.

April 25, 2018

The adhesive tapes market is projected to grow from $51.25 billion in 2017 to $69.42 billion by 2022.

ROSS: Online Store

April 24, 2018

This company has opened an online store.

Covestro Employees Receive Women in Manufacturing Award

The STEP Ahead Awards honor women and their achievements at all levels of the manufacturing industry.

April 24, 2018

Covestro LLC employees Julia Rubino, Myriam Gateault and Patti Opacic were selected as recipients of the “Women in Manufacturing STEP Ahead Awards,” presented by The Manufacturing Institute.

White Named Techsil Sales Manager

He is reportedly experienced in supplying solutions into a range of industries including automotive, electronics and the medical industry.

April 23, 2018

Techsil Ltd. recently announced the appointment of Sam White as technical sales manager.

New Era Converting Pens Agreement with Adept Converting Equipment

In the new agreement, Bruno Raynes, Adept’s owner, will join with New Era to service Adepts’ clients’ web converting equipment needs.

April 23, 2018

New Era Converting Machinery Inc. recently announced has entered into an agreement with Adept Converting Equipment Inc.

ChemQuest Technology Institute, Heraeus Noblelight Begin Curing System Trials

CQTI’s client base of raw material suppliers, formulators, and OEM end users are now able to test new chemistries and curing processes.

April 20, 2018

ChemQuest Technology Institute (CQTI), in partnership with Heraeus Noblelight America, has begun scheduling trials on its newly installed, microwave-powered and UV LED wide-format curing systems deployed.

KURARAY AMERICA INC.: Raw Materials

April 19, 2018

This company showcased several products within its chemical, polymer and elastomer technology businesses at the 6th annual American Coatings Show (ACS).