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LORD: Polyurethane Adhesive

August 21, 2018

This company recently announced the launch of LORD Fusor 2001/2003 NG.

Innovative Chemical Products Group Forms Building Solutions Group

This group is comprised of brands formerly represented by the ICP construction and ICP adhesives and sealants businesses.

August 15, 2018

Innovative Chemical Products recently announced the formation of its Building Solutions Group.

Ask Dr. Dave:

Can we use anaerobic threadlockers for screws used in plastics?

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

August 10, 2018

Afera First Global Adhesive Tape Summit a Success

The conference drew more than 230 tape-related company delegates, including a significant number of CEOs and heads of R&D, from 15 European countries.

August 10, 2018

Afera, the European Adhesive Tape Association, reported its first Global Adhesive Tape Summit included a sold-out program of market and technical lectures, a company visit of Neenah Gessner GmbH, and biennial international test method and standards committee meetings.

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.