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RPM Reports Record First Quarter 2016 Results

RPM International Inc. recently reported record sales for its fiscal 2017 first quarter.

October 11, 2016

Net sales of $1.25 billion increased 0.8% over the $1.24 billion reported in the same period of last year.

Huntsman Polyurethanes Receives BMW Supplier Innovation Award for Sustainability

Huntsman's polyurethanes division has received a supplier innovation award from BMW Group.

October 10, 2016

They were awarded for developing a technology that reduces total emissions from the polyurethane seating foam.

3M Completes Sale of Films Business

3M recently announced it has completed the sale of its temporary protective films business.

October 6, 2016

The business, formerly known as Polymask, was sold to Pregis LLC.

Chase Acquires Resin Designs

Chase Corp. recently announced that it has acquired Resin Designs LLC.

October 5, 2016

In 2015, Resin Designs reportedly had revenue in excess of $11 million.

Chemical Industry Growth for 2016 Flat

Global Chemical Production Regional Index shows growth has been nearly flat most of the year thus far.

October 4, 2016

The headline index for August reportedly showed no gain or loss on a three-month moving average.

Editor's Memo

Meeting Expectations

Expectations are a big part of business.

Teresa McPherson

October 3, 2016

It was a simple email message, but it gave me pause. I had responded to an inquiry within minutes of its arrival in my email inbox, and received a compliment back, praising my prompt response. I was surprised not only that my response time was noticed, but that it was acknowledged with such positivity.

Industry Gathers in Tokyo for World Adhesive and Sealant Conference

The Japan Adhesive Industry Association will host the World Adhesive & Sealant Conference 2016.

October 3, 2016

The World Adhesive & Sealant Conference 2016 (WAC2016) is scheduled to take place October 26-28 at the Shinagawa Prince Hotel in Tokyo. The main theme of WAC2016 is Creating Tomorrow, with three keywords: Environment, Creation, and Evolution. Some 700 delegates are expected to attend from around the world, representing adhesive and sealant manufacturers and suppliers to the industry.

Certifying Sealant Flow Behavior and Tackiness

Several test methods can evaluate sealant flow and tack.

Chris Freeman , Ph.D.

October 3, 2016

Consumer and industrial products succeed in the marketplace because their performance meets expectations; adhesive and sealant materials are no exception. Ease of handling and use, ability to fasten together and seal, straightforward cleanup after application, and longevity for reliable performance are all points of evaluation that distinguish top performers from average products.

Double-Down on Case Sealing Success

Folding the tape edge enhances reliability, productivity and safety.

Bradley Dunlap

October 3, 2016

For many manufacturers, end-of-line packaging where goods are placed and sealed into secondary packaging such as corrugated cartons serves as one of the last lines of defense to ensure finished goods arrive to their final destination in excellent, saleable form.

Mixing Two-Component Fluids in Exacting Proportions

A new static mixing method can completely mix 2K adhesives and improve material performance when compared to traditional techniques.

Anthony Martucci

October 3, 2016

Construction and automotive repair often require controlled blends of adhesives and sealants. Reliable and efficient applications can depend on precise and repeatable placement of epoxies and other two-component (2K) adhesives and sealants for such tasks as concrete anchoring, crack injection, foam insulation, seam sealers, bumper repair, windshield installation, and sound deadening.