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Ashland Sales Down 4% in Fiscal 2019

During fiscal year 2019, Ashland generated sales of $2.5 billion, down 4% compared to the prior year.

November 25, 2019

Ashland Global Holdings Inc. recently announced preliminary financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of fiscal 2019, ended September 30, 2019.

Second Biannual FEICA/EURADH Adhesion Innovation Award to Attract Young Scientists from Across Europe

Applications are invited from young researchers working in adhesion science who have published outstanding work.

November 25, 2019

FEICA, the Association of the European Adhesive and Sealant Industry, has launched the second Award for Innovative Adhesion Science.

EpoxySet to Feature Award-Nominated, Delay-Cure Adhesive at MD&M WEST

The one-part epoxy can reportedly be activated by UV or blue light from 365-405 nm with an intensity of about 150 mW/cm2 for 5-10 sec.

November 22, 2019

EpoxySet Inc. recently announced that it will showcase its FLASHBOND UV-5608DC delay-cure epoxy at MD&M West, which will be held February 11-13, 2020, in Anaheim, Calif.

Henkel and Shapeways to Partner for Large-Scale Industrial 3D Printing Solutions

By adopting the technology and production capabilities of Shapeways, Henkel reports that it will enhance the accessibility of its material solutions for its global customer base in more than 800 industry segments.

November 21, 2019

Henkel and Shapeways recently announced a partnership to expand capabilities for industrial large-scale additive manufacturing.

Sika Opens Mortar Plant in Ethiopia

After building a production facility for concrete admixtures in 2016, Sika reports that this is a further step in extending its presence in the Ethiopian construction market.

November 20, 2019

Sika is starting the operations of a new mortar plant at its existing site in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, thus expanding its portfolio of locally manufactured products.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Readers Most Interested in Covestro’s Third Quarter Performance

News from Covestro regarding its third quarter sales results drew the most reader interest last week.

Susan Sutton

November 19, 2019

Does your company have news to share with the industry? Please send news releases to me at suttons@bnpmedia.com.

Vancive Medical Technologies and Finesse Medical Rebranded as Avery Dennison Medical

The new Avery Dennison Medical brand is being showcased, along with eight new products, at this week’s 2019 Medica International Trade Fair in Düsseldorf, Germany.

November 19, 2019

Avery Dennison Corp. recently announced that its medical businesses—Vancive Medical Technologies and Finesse Medical Ltd.—have been rebranded as Avery Dennison Medical.

Ask Dr. Dave

What is the difference between thermoplastic and thermoset adhesives?

Thermoset and thermoplastic adhesives can be differentiated by whether or not they soften on heating.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

November 18, 2019

Adhesives can be classified in several ways, including their material origin (e.g., natural or synthetic) and their type of cure (e.g., physical curing such as drying or chemical curing).

MAPEI Receives 2019 GreenStep International Award

MAPEI reports that it has a strong global commitment to sustainable environmental practices.

November 15, 2019

MAPEI recently announced that it received the 2019 GreenStep International award at the GreenStep Environmental Awards banquet.

PSTC Announces Tape Summit Rebrand; Tape Week Offers Expanded Offerings for Pressure-Sensitive Tape Professionals

PSTC reports that the reinvigorated event will offer a record number of networking opportunities, expanded educational opportunities, and an optimized schedule.

November 15, 2019

The Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (PSTC) recently officially announced the rebranding of its historically named Tape Summit to Tape Week.