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H.B. Fuller and Covestro Join Forces to Make Adhesives More Sustainable

H.B. Fuller is using a bio-attributed raw material created via a mass balance approach that will replace a proportion of fossil-based raw materials.

July 28, 2021

H.B. Fuller recently announced a strategic partnership with Covestro to deliver an adhesive with a reduced climate impact for the woodworking, composites, textiles, and automotive industries.

North American Printed Circuit Board Industry Sales Show Strong Growth in June

Total North American PCB shipments in June 2021 were up 6.3% compared to the same month last year.

July 28, 2021

IPC recently announced the June 2021 findings from its North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program.

Henkel Enters Strategic Partnership with Adobe

The partnership is part of Henkel’s focus on strengthening its competitive edge through digitalization across all business activities.

July 27, 2021

Henkel and Adobe have entered a strategic partnership to jointly accelerate digital innovations, develop a data-driven platform for digital business and e-commerce, and create new digital business opportunities for Henkel.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Arkema Investment in Verkor is Top News

Readers last week were most interested in Arkema’s investment in France-based Verkor.

Susan Sutton

July 26, 2021

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Mejia Appointed Mule-Hide West Regional Director

Mejia comes to Mule-Hide Products from parent company ABC Supply Co. Inc.

July 26, 2021

Mule-Hide Products Co. Inc. has named Martin Mejia regional director for the West, including Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.

ACC’s Baca to Deliver Polyurethanes Technical Conference Keynote

The keynote will cover the integral role plastics play in achieving a lower-carbon future.

July 26, 2021

The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) recently announced that Joshua Baca, vice president of the American Chemistry Council's (ACC) Plastics Division, will deliver the keynote at the 63^rd Polyurethanes Technical Conference.

Sika Expands Roofing and Waterproofing Offerings with Hydrotech Acquisition

With this acquisition, Sika reports that it will become the number-one supplier of green roofs in North America.

July 23, 2021

Sika recently announced that it has acquired American Hydrotech Inc. in the U.S. and its affiliate Hydrotech Membrane Corp. in Canada.

Elkem Sees Record Sales in 2021 Second Quarter

Elkem reports that the company’s total operating income for the second quarter 2021 increased 25% from the corresponding quarter last year.

July 21, 2021

In the second quarter of 2021, Elkem reports that it delivered all-time high operating income for the third consecutive quarter and another strong quarterly result.

NAHB Urges Congress to Enact Policies to Help Builders Boost Housing Production

NAHB CEO Jerry Howard testified during a hearing of the House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Oversight on the topic of expanding housing access to all Americans.

July 21, 2021

Jerry Howard, CEO of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), recently testified before Congress and called on lawmakers to enact key policy proposals that will help home builders expand the housing supply, reduce the housing deficit, and improve housing affordability for all Americans.