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Huntsman to Expand Spray Polyurethane Foam Insulation Downstream Footprint with Icynene-Lapolla Acquisition

Icynene-Lapolla has annual revenues of approximately $230 million, with manufacturing facilities in Houston, Texas, and Mississauga, Ontario.

December 12, 2019

Huntsman Corp. recently announced its agreement to acquire Icynene-Lapolla, a North American manufacturer and distributor of spray polyurethane foam (SPF) insulation systems for residential and commercial applications.

HENKEL: Recyclable Packaging Adhesives

Henkel reports that the solvent-free adhesives and coatings of the RE range are suitable for recycling and bonding of recycled plastic films.

December 12, 2019

With its new RE range that is “designed for recycling,” Henkel reports that it is introducing adhesives and coatings that both improve the recyclability of flexible packaging and make it possible to use recycled content in new packaging.

H.B. FULLER: Hot-Melt Adhesives and Data Analytics Service

H.B. Fuller has announced the combination of the new Advantra SMART high-performance hot-melt range for food-safe compliance with FullVision, a data analytics consultancy service.

December 10, 2019

H.B. Fuller marked 20 years of Advantra food-safe packaging adhesive performance with the launch of additional adhesive technologies in the Europe, India, Middle East, and Africa (EIMEA) market.

Dow and WE Collaborate on WE Are Innovators Campaign

WE Are Innovators inspires elementary through secondary school-age students to use their STEM skills, paired with an inclusive and sustainable mindset, to develop innovative ideas addressing challenges in their local and global communities.

December 10, 2019

Dow and WE are teaming up to take the third annual WE Are Innovators campaign across the U.S. and expand across the globe.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Sika Swiss Technology Award is Top News

Sika’s announcement regarding its Swiss Technology Award win drew the most reader interest last week.

Susan Sutton

December 9, 2019

Has your company received an award recently? We’d love to help share the news!

North American Printed Circuit Board Industry Growth Continues

Total North American printed circuit board shipments in October 2019 were up 6.2% compared to the same month last year.

December 9, 2019

IPC-Association Connecting Electronics Industries recently announced the October 2019 findings from its North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program.

Sika Acquires Romania-Based Adeplast

Adeplast reportedly generates annual sales of CHF 120 million (~ $121.3 million) with a workforce of 460 employees.

December 6, 2019

Sika recently announced that it has agreed to acquire Adeplast SA, a manufacturer of mortars and thermal insulation solutions based in Romania.

UTECH North America 2020 Issues Call for Papers

Submissions should be received by December 20 to qualify for consideration.

December 6, 2019

Organizers of UTECH North America 2020, a polyurethanes conference and trade show that will take place May 19-21 in Chicago, have announced a call for papers.

3M Forms Science, Technology & Sustainability Committee in Updated Board Structure

According to 3M, the new Science, Technology & Sustainability Committee will help ensure the company is building on its innovation capabilities while maintaining its product stewardship standards.

December 5, 2019

The 3M board of directors has established a new committee to provide oversight of the company’s strategies related to research and development, commercialization, sustainability, environmental stewardship, and other related activities.