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MAPEI Receives SCS Indoor Advantage Gold Certifications

The MAPEI products that include SCS Indoor Advantage Gold certification have been vetted by an ISO-accredited, third-party certification body and tested by an industry-independent laboratory.

August 9, 2021

MAPEI Corp. recently announced that it has completed the certification process for SCS Indoor Advantage™ Gold 2021 and now has a total of over 375 products (in the U.S. and Canada) that are certified for low volatile organic compounds.

Sika Achieves Record Sales in 2021 First Half

Sika reported a new sales record of CHF 4.4 billion (approximately $4.9 billion).

August 5, 2021

Sika recently announced that it posted record results in the first half of 2021, despite the COVID-19 pandemic continuing to seriously impact business in all regions.

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Sika Acquisition Dominates the News

News from Sika regarding its acquisition of Hydrotech drew a significant amount of reader attention last week.

Susan Sutton

August 2, 2021

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Sales Climb 11% for RPM in Fiscal 2021

RPM International reported net income increased 65% for fiscal 2021.

July 29, 2021

RPM International Inc. recently reported financial results for its fiscal 2021 fourth quarter and year ended May 31, 2021.

AkzoNobel Sets Carbon Reduction Target to Help Tackle Climate Change

AkzoNobel aims to reduce carbon emissions for the whole value chain by 42% by 2030, with 2020 as the baseline.

July 29, 2021

AkzoNobel has followed up on its commitment to setting science-based sustainability targets by announcing carbon reduction targets for the full value chain.

ICP Group Names Turner Chief Financial Officer

The appointment supports ICP Group’s strategic growth initiatives.

July 19, 2021

Innovative Chemical Products (ICP Group) recently announced that it has appointed Michael Turner to the role of chief financial officer.

Advancing Coatings

Covestro and AkzoNobel Collaborate on Trendy Surfaces for High-Tech Electronics

A new waterborne coating system simultaneously meets the high demands for quality and durability in today’s electronic products.

July 15, 2021

In the growing market for consumer electronics, manufacturers are looking for new aesthetic and functional solutions. It’s no longer just about trendy shapes and bright colors: consumers have discovered a preference for velvety-soft products with luxurious matte surfaces.

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Fedrigoni Acquisition of Acucote Garners Most Reader Interest

Readers last week were most interested in Fedrigoni’s acquisition announcement.

Susan Sutton

July 6, 2021

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AkzoNobel Announces Agreement to Acquire Grupo Orbis

The transaction includes the Pintuco paints and coatings business, Andercol and Poliquim (resins), and Mundial (distribution and services).

July 6, 2021

AkzoNobel recently announced that it plans to further expand its long-term position in South and Central America after reaching an agreement to acquire Colombia-based paints and coatings company Grupo Orbis.