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Focus On: Adhesives and Coatings Manufacturer Undergoes an Environmental Upgrade

Innovative energy-efficient equipment will help LORD reduce its environmental impact.

November 1, 2014

LORD Corp. has completed the installation of new, innovative energy-efficient equipment, including a sustainable management control system, at its Bowling Green, Ky., facility.

Carbon Dioxide-Based Polycarbonate Polyols for Polyurethane Systems

PPC polyols are a sustainable, low-cost option with performance properties exceeding those of conventional polyols in polyurethane RHM adhesives.

Anna Cherian

November 1, 2014

Traditional polyurethane reactive hot-melt (RHM) adhesives make use of blends of polyester, polyether and, in rare cases, conventional petroleum-based polycarbonate polyols.

Strategic Solutions: Tips for Successful Adhesives and Sealants Business Development

What is business development, and how do you increase the odds of success?

James (Jim) E. Swope

November 1, 2014

Business development can be defined several ways. To some people, it is a sales function. Others might see it as a marketing function, and yet others think it involves work with mergers and acquisitions.

Focus On: Bostik Celebrates 125 Years of Innovation

Global adhesive specialist marks the anniversary of the company's founding in 1889.

November 1, 2014

Bostik, a leading global adhesive specialist for industrial manufacturing, construction and consumer markets, marks its 125th anniversary this year.

Regulatory Review: Signs of Potential Prop 65 Revisions and their Impact for the Adhesives and Sealants Industry

An explanation of some of the core elements of a Prop 65 revision currently under consideration.

Mark Collatz

November 1, 2014

Signs, signs, everywhere there’s signs / Blocking up the scenery, breaking up my mind / Do this, don’t do that, can’t you read the sign? —Five Man Electrical Band (1971)

Editor's Memo: Taking Things Easy?

Maybe the goal shouldn't be taking things "easy" so much as using and enjoying our time wisely.

Susan Sutton

November 1, 2014

If you’re anything like me, the concept of “taking things easy” is totally foreign.

CONVENIENCE PRODUCTS: Construction Adhesives

October 31, 2014

This company’s Touch ‘n Foam Professional^® line now includes gel foam construction adhesives under the Builder Series label.

Energy Department Announces $53 Million to Drive Innovation, Cut Cost of Solar Power

October 31, 2014

Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz recently announced more than $53 million for 40 innovative research and development projects that aim to drive down the cost of solar energy.

3M Third Quarter 2014 Sales Grow 2.8%

October 30, 2014

3M recently reported third quarter earnings of $1.98 per share, an increase of 11.2% vs. the third quarter of 2013.

Sika Announces Personnel Appointments

October 30, 2014

Sika Industry and Region NA Automotive recently announced that Ronald Beaudrie has joined Sika Corp. as product engineer for Industry and Region NA Automotive.