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BASF and Sirrus to Develop New Automotive Coatings

The agreement reportedly intends for BASF to further develop a new class of high-performance automotive coatings based on Sirrus’ proprietary methylene malonate technology.

January 22, 2018

BASF’s Coatings Division has entered into a joint development agreement with Sirrus Inc.

Economic Panel Predicts Housing Will Continue to Gain Ground in 2018

As the economy continues to strengthen, NAHB expects 30-year fixed-rate mortgages will average 4.31% in 2018 and 4.82% in 2019.

January 22, 2018

The newly enacted tax law will create a more favorable tax climate for the business community, which should spur job and economic growth and keep single-family housing production on a gradual upward trajectory in 2018, according to economists speaking recently at the NAHB International Builders’ Show® in Orlando, Fla.

Peacock Named FLEXcon CFO

In her new role, Peacock will develop financial strategies, identify metrics and drive the ongoing development and monitoring of controls and systems.

January 19, 2018

FLEXcon Co. Inc. recently announced Aimee Peacock as chief financial officer (CFO), North America.

Roofing Adhesives Market to Grow 6%

Escalating demand for residential construction coupled with the single housing trend is propelling the growth of roofing adhesives in various geographies.

January 18, 2018

The global roofing adhesives market is estimated to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.53% during the forecast period.

SMTA Announces Best Papers

The winner from SMTA International 2017 for the Rich Freiberger Best of Conference Award is Chrys Shea.

January 17, 2018

The Best Papers from SMTA International 2017 winners have been announced.

Passenger Cars to Retain Dominance in Hybrid Vehicle Market to 2026

While hybrid vehicles have not gained traction in regions such as Africa, Latin America and Middle East, they are likely to find growth opportunities in Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America.

January 17, 2018

The global hybrid vehicle market is projected to grow at a 20.4% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the next 10 years, with features that enable end users to charge batteries using gasoline-powered motors significantly impacting growth.

Solvent-Based Formulations Lead Spray Adhesives Market Growth

The solvent-based spray adhesive segment reportedly accounts for the largest share of the overall spray adhesives market.

January 16, 2018

The spray adhesives market is projected to reach $3.41 billion by 2022 from the estimated $2.72 billion in 2017.

Ask Dr. Dave

Can you comment on the stresses created by structural adhesive bonding?

Dave Dunn's January 2018 column.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

January 12, 2018

The primary forces are shrinkage of the adhesive on curing and large differences in thermal expansion coefficients between the substrates and the adhesive. High stresses can cause delamination of bonds or damage to the substrates, such as glass cracking.