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Construction Tape Trends

New acrylic construction tapes outperform traditional rubber and asphaltic options.

May 1, 2015

Ten years ago, a variety of adhesive construction tapes was available. The choices were limited to rubber, butyl and asphaltic tape, each offering known pros and cons to builders. As

Regulatory Review: TSCA Reform - The Time is Now

Any further compromise will most likely lead to the falling away of considerable industry support.

Mark Collatz

May 1, 2015

By the time you read this column, the battle for Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA) reform will be fully engaged. Battle lines will have been drawn, cosponsors for bills will have been recruited, and charges and counter charges will have been swapped back and forth in Senate committee hearings.

Packaging Matters

Attractive packaging really does influence buying decisions!

Susan Sutton

May 1, 2015

A little over two years ago, I adopted a dachshund named Sebastian. He is absolutely adorable, with big, baby-like eyes. At just 12 lbs, he is also baby sized.

Dow Automotive Structural Adhesives Receive Edison Award

May 1, 2015

Dow Automotive Systems recently announced that its BETAMATE™ structural adhesives have been named a silver winner by the 2015 Edison Awards.

Housing Recovery Slow and Steady in 2015

April 30, 2015

Solid employment gains, attractive mortgage rates, a growing economy and pent-up demand will help keep the housing market moving forward throughout 2015.

European Coatings Show Reports New Record Highs

April 30, 2015

The European Coatings Show closed with new record highs, despite strike-related train cancellations throughout Germany.

Stronger U.S. Dollar Negatively Impacted 3M’s First Quarter 2015 Sales

April 28, 2015

3M recently reported first quarter earnings of $1.85 per share, an increase of 3.4% vs. the first quarter of 2014.

American Securities to Acquire Royal Adhesives and Sealants from Arsenal Capital

April 27, 2015

American Securities has partnered with management and signed a definitive agreement to acquire Royal Adhesives and Sealants LLC.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Henkel Acquisition Garners Most Interest

Readers last week were most interested in Novamelt’s acquisition by Henkel.

Susan Sutton

April 27, 2015

This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week.

Avery Dennison Announces Supplier Award Winners

April 24, 2015

Avery Dennison Materials Group recently recognized nine pressure-sensitive industry suppliers during the company’s second supplier recognition ceremony.