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Sika Plant Receives Outstanding Quality Award from Fiat Chrysler

Sika’s Gastonia plant reportedly received this recognition of its excellent performance as a supplier of acoustic damping technologies for FCA vehicles.
September 27, 2019
Sika Automotive recently announced that has received the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) Outstanding Quality Award for its plant in Gastonia, N.C.
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FEICA 2019 European adhesive and sealants conference

Organizers Celebrate Successful 2019 FEICA Event

One of the main threads through FEICA 2019 was reportedly how innovations in adhesives and sealants can help solve some of the biggest issues facing the world by improving product efficiency and circularity, thus creating a more sustainable society.
September 27, 2019
According to event organizers, 650 participants from 34 countries attended the 2019 FEICA Conference and Expo September 11-13 to discuss the European adhesive and sealant industry’s sustainable supply chain management, market drivers and trends, innovative solutions, and technological advancements.
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transportation adhesives

Ashland Highlights Structural Adhesives at CAMX 2019

Ashland reports that its Pliogrip structural adhesives have been specified for use in bonding and mixed-material joining.
September 26, 2019

Ashland is showcasing truck and transportation components used for tailgating and other applications at the Composites and Advanced Materials Expo (CAMX) in Anaheim, Calif., which is being held September 23-26.


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PANACOL-ELSOL GMBH: Clear UV Adhesive for Electronics Applications

The epoxy-based adhesive reportedly hardens with UV light within a few seconds and can be used for semiconductor production due to its low ion content.
September 26, 2019

At this year’s Bondexpo, which will be held October 7-10 in Stuttgart, Germany, Panacol will present Vitralit UC 1535, a new transparent adhesive specifically designed for use in electronics.


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residential construction

Builder Confidence Hits Yearly High in September

Sentiment levels have held in the mid- to upper 60s since May, and September’s reading matches the highest level since last October.
September 25, 2019
Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes rose one point to 68 in September from an upwardly revised August reading of 67, according to the latest National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI).
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Adhesives Help Double-Deck Trailers Carry the Load

Flexible adhesives spread the load when used to bond trailers and give far greater strength than mechanical fasteners.
September 24, 2019

Transdek UK Ltd. is a Yorkshire-based manufacturer of double-deck trailers and associated loading bay solutions.


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Scott Bader Kevin Matthews

Matthews Named Executive Chairman of Scott Bader

Kevin Matthews reportedly has a strong technical background, in addition to almost 20 years’ experience as CEO of organizations in the chemical, technology, and pharmaceutical sectors.
September 23, 2019
Scott Bader recently announced the appointment of Kevin Matthews to the position of executive chairman.
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