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Chemical Activity Barometer Shows Signs of Slower Economic Growth

The Chemical Activity Barometer (CAB) recently posted a 0.3% decline in January on a three-month moving average basis.

January 28, 2019

On a year-over-year basis, the barometer is up 0.8%.

New Applications Driving Global Adhesives and Sealants Demand

As industrial sectors and the housing market showed moderate growth, manufacturers of adhesives and sealants have also reported a moderate increase in demand.

January 25, 2019

Increased demand for adhesives and sealants is driven by the emergence of new market applications.

CHEMIQUE ADHESIVES: Polyurethane Compound

January 24, 2019

A new, single-component, fast-curing polyurethane sealing and bonding compound is now available.

SIKA CORP.: Transportation Catalog

January 22, 2019

A transportation catalog for this company’s business-to-business e-commerce customer site is now available.

3M Expands Service with Palmer Holland

3M Advanced Materials Division recently announced that it has expanded service nationwide with Palmer Holland.

January 21, 2019

This territory expansion reportedly builds upon Palmer Holland’s existing service in the Central, Midwest, and Northeast regions.

H.B. Fuller Fourth Quarter 2018 Revenue Grows 13%

Net income for the fourth quarter of 2018 was $41 million, compared with a net loss of $7 million in the same period last year.

January 18, 2019

H.B. Fuller Co. recently reported financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended Dec. 1, 2018.

Slow Growth Predicted for U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders

October through December order levels are running significantly higher than the fourth quarter of 2017.

January 16, 2019

Manufacturing technology orders were $458 million in November 2018, down 2% from October levels and up 7% from November 2017.

Pipeline Transmitters and Production Timelines: Meeting the Demands of Two Harsh Environments

The right adhesive allowed a pipeline manufacturer to ramp up and increase volume.

Torsten Uske

January 16, 2019

Many industrial pipelines are exposed to the elements and must face tough environmental conditions, including humidity, and temperature and climate variations―often including heavy frost in the winter and long hot spells in the summer.