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Sherwin-Williams to Acquire Valspar for $11.3 Billion

March 22, 2016

The transaction reportedly enhances Sherwin-Williams’ position as a premier global coatings provider.

ASHLAND: Food-Packaging Coating

March 21, 2016

This company has developed Purekote™ 23589, a coating that can reportedly be used safely in food packaging applications.

ANGUS Opens Customer Application Center

March 18, 2016

ANGUS Chemical Co. recently announced the opening of its customer application center in Singapore.

PPG Announces Personnel Appointments

March 11, 2016

PPG recently announced Radhika Batra will join the company as vice president, purchasing and logistics.

COVESTRO: Floor Sealant

March 7, 2016

This company has developed a solution for daily wear and tear of floors in industrial and commercial buildings or in public spaces.

EVONIK: Dispersing Additive

March 4, 2016

A new dispersing additive from this company is reportedly efficient in three ways.

Market Reports

European Waterborne Adhesives, Active and Intelligent Packaging, Construction Chemicals

The waterborne adhesives market in Europe was estimated at $3.26 billion in 2014 and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8%.

March 1, 2016

The waterborne adhesives market in Europe was estimated at $3.26 billion in 2014 and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8%, according to “Europe Waterborne Adhesives Market Segmented by Product Type, By Polymer, By Application, By End User Industry, and Geography Trends and Forecasts (2015-2020)” during the forecast period.

American Coatings Show Comes to Indy

The fifth American Coatings Show will exhibit the latest in coatings technology and products in Indianapolis.

March 1, 2016

In 2014, more than 8,700 industry attendees from 69 countries visited the American Coatings Show to explore the most recent developments in raw materials, laboratory and production equipment, testing and measuring equipment, and services for the coatings industry.

coatings, adhesives, sealants and inks (CASI)

Market Trends

Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants and Inks Continue to Grow

The global consumption of coatings, adhesives, sealants and inks (CASI) is being driven primarily by construction applications.

March 1, 2016

Global consumption of coatings, adhesives, sealants and inks (CASI) was 54.1 million tons in 2014, worth $182.6 billion, according to Kusumgar, Nerlfi & Growney. Volume growth is forecast at a 5% annual rate, with coatings, adhesives and sealants matching the overall growth, but inks trailing at only 2% per year.

PPG: Mobile App

February 23, 2016

A new app from this company’s aerospace business provides mobile access.

This annual event provides current and future leaders in the adhesives and sealants industry with the opportunity to expand their knowledge and network with peers.

Organized by Women in Chemicals, this landmark conference will offer opportunities for networking, learning, and professional development. With a diverse array of sessions, workshops, and social events, participants can expect a dynamic program designed to empower and inspire.

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Sherwin-Williams to Acquire Valspar for $11.3 Billion

ASHLAND: Food-Packaging Coating

ANGUS Opens Customer Application Center

PPG Announces Personnel Appointments

COVESTRO: Floor Sealant

EVONIK: Dispersing Additive

European Waterborne Adhesives, Active and Intelligent Packaging, Construction Chemicals

American Coatings Show Comes to Indy

Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants and Inks Continue to Grow

PPG: Mobile App

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