Because of its complicated structure, carpet is difficult to recycle without reintroducing these toxic substances.
March 7, 2018
NGO Healthy Buildings Network (HBN) has recently taken chemicals in carpets under scrutiny, with calling for a "fundamental transformation" of the industry for recycling. Its recent report uncovered 44 toxic substances found in fiber, backing, adhesives and carpet pad.
He replaces Thomas E. Reed, who will assume the position of chairman as he approaches his September retirement.
March 5, 2018
RPM International Inc. recently announced that Edward J. Voorhees III, president of Rust-Oleum North America, will take over as CEO of Rust-Oleum Group.
In a recent survey, the UK’s National Chemical Emergency Centre (NCEC) asked its clients and stakeholders whether they or their employees were concerned of the risk that nanomaterials may pose to their workforce. Almost a quarter of responders to the question replied that they were.
The 2018 American Coatings Show and Conference takes place April 9-11 in Indianapolis, while Miami will host the ASC Annual Spring Convention and Expo from April 23-25.
Europe is expected to be the largest dental adhesive market during the forecast period.
March 1, 2018
The dental adhesives market is projected to grow from $1.92 billion in 2017 to $2.57 billion by 2022, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.02% between 2017 and 2022.
A research team found that taking center stage in making this possible are ferromagnetic nanoparticles in thermoplastic adhesives, using electromagnetic energy.
A multi-year research program has made an effort that has yielded surprisingly effective results in its quest to develop reversible adhesive joints that can be debonded and rebounded, not just once, but multiple times.