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Evaluating Adhesive Options in Packaging Applications

Testing which hot-melt adhesive to use for a particular packaging application can be a cost-effective solution.

August 10, 2018

The global market for rigid packaging adhesives is expected to reach $18.2 billion by 2021, driven by an overall compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.3% over the next five years, according to a Smithers Apex report.¹

Industry Leaders to Gather at ASC Executive Leadership Conference

From October 15-17, top executives in the adhesives and sealants industry will meet to discuss key topics.

August 10, 2018

<p>Adhesives and sealants industry leaders will gather October 15-17 in Naples, Fla., for the annual Adhesive and Sealant Council’s (ASC) Executive Leadership Conference. This year’s event is centered around the theme “Focus on the Future.”</p>

Schiavone Named Henkel Vice President of Corporate Communications

Prior to her role at Henkel, Schiavone held numerous global leadership positions.

August 9, 2018

Henkel recently announced it has appointed Jenny Schiavone as vice president of corporate communications in North America.

Bostik Completes Nitta Gelatin Acquisition

This acquisition will reportedly be complemented by the construction of a new adhesives plant in Japan.

August 8, 2018

Bostik recently announced it completed the acquisition of the industrial adhesives of Nitta Gelatin Inc. by the Bostik-Nitta joint-venture in Japan.

3M Sales Rise 7% in Second Quarter 2018

Sales were reportedly up 7.4% to $8.4 billion.

August 8, 2018

3M recently reported its second-quarter 2018 results.

Liquid Polysulfide Polymers for Chemical- and Solvent-Resistant Sealants

Liquid polysulfide polymers, the oldest of the specialty elastomers, offer electrical properties, low temperature flexibility, and more.

Volker Burkhardt Ph.D.

August 8, 2018

Liquid polysulfide polymers are the oldest specialty elastomer. They are characterized by solvent and chemical resistance, great electrical properties, low-temperature flexibility, oxygen and ozone resistance, high impermeability to many gases and moisture, good adhesion properties, and flex-crack resistance.

MACTAC: Acrylic Tapes

August 7, 2018

This company is launching a new solvent-free acrylic product line.

2018 ASI Top 25: Leading Global Manufacturers of Adhesives and Sealants

Our exclusive annual ranking of the top 25 adhesives and sealants manufacturers worldwide.

August 6, 2018

This issue of Adhesives & Sealants Industry magazine brings the ASI Top 25, our exclusive ranking of the leading 25 worldwide manufacturers of adhesives and sealants. ASI combined details from company websites, annual reports and press releases to compile the rankings.

Editor's Memo

Ranking the Leading Adhesives and Sealants Manufacturers in the ASI Top 25

Our exclusive ranking article details the leading worldwide manufacturers of adhesives and sealants.

Teresa McPherson

August 3, 2018

This month’s edition brings our annual ASI Top 25 report. Our exclusive ranking article details the leading worldwide manufacturers of adhesives and sealants to provide an overview of the top players in the industry.

PPG Facility Receives Ford Q1 Supplier Status

The accolade recognizes a company’s excellence in production systems, quality control and management, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement.

August 3, 2018

PPG recently announced that its automotive original equipment manufacturer (OEM) coatings facility in Bursa, Turkey, has achieved Ford Q1 supplier status.