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RPM’s Tremco Group Acquires Australian Manufacturer

RPM International Inc. recently announced that its Tremco Group has acquired the assets of Duram Industries Pty Ldt.

July 12, 2016

The transaction is expected to be accretive to earnings within one year.

Scott Bader Site Receives ISO Certification

The Scott Bader-ATC chemical plant and operational site in Drummondville, Canada, recently received ISO 9001:2015 accreditation.

July 11, 2016

The certification was awarded by Bureau de normalization du Québec (BNQ)

AGC CHEMICALS: Architectural Sealant

July 11, 2016

AsahiGuard™ for stone and tile reportedly provides the most effective deterrent to liquid- and oil-based stains.

H.B. Fuller Second Quarter 2015 Revenue Flat

H.B. Fuller Co. recently reported financial results for the second quarter that ended May 28.

July 8, 2016

Net income for the second quarter of 2016 was $33.3 million, vs. $26.5 million last year.

HENKEL: Packaging Adhesives

July 8, 2016

A new adhesive system from this company reportedly reduces waste in the production of flexible packages.

Royal Adhesives & Sealants Acquires Bacon Adhesives

Bacon previously operated as a division of CASS Polymers.

July 7, 2016

Grace Matthews Inc. and CASS Polymers, a Shoreview Industries portfolio company, recently announced that Bacon Adhesives has been acquired by Royal Adhesives & Sealants.

TECHSIL: M.G. Chemicals Electronics Products

July 6, 2016

This company recently announced an agreement to supply M.G. Chemicals’ high-performance range of adhesives, sealants, coatings and cleaners.

Pressure-Sensitive Medical Technology: Challenges and Considerations

Adhesives continue to find applications in the medical and wearable markets.

Shaun McDonough Ronald Ducharme

July 1, 2016

Advancements in medical technology can revolutionize how consumers track their health and how doctors monitor patients’ ailments. A crucial yet often overlooked component of these technological breakthroughs is pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs).

Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives Are in the Driver's Seat

Industrial PSA tapes with high temperature resistance bring new value to production assembly in automotive and transportation markets.

Janet Page

July 1, 2016

For years, pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) have been creating new opportunities for improved production processes in the automotive and transportation markets. According to the Adhesive and Sealant Council Inc., one of the first uses of acrylic PSA tapes in the automotive market came about in the 1960s as a solution for replacing mechanical fasteners to attach vehicle trim, thus improving corrosion resistance.

Editor's Memo: Distributor Directory

The ASI Distributor Directory is a reference tool you can use year-round to quickly locate a distributor.

July 1, 2016

This issue brings our annual Distributor Directory, a reference tool you can use year-round to quickly locate a distributor that best suits your needs. Distributor listings* are organized by region and include company contact information such as address, phone, fax, email, website, and key personnel.