Finished Adhesives and Sealants

ASSEMBLY in Action

Myriad adhesives and related technologies will be showcased at The ASSEMBLY Show.

October 21, 2021

The ASSEMBLY Show will return October 24-26, live and in person at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IlI.

Sullivan Leaves RPM Following Elimination of Chief Restructuring Officer Position; Kinser Named Vice President of Operations

RPM has established a more permanent long-term manufacturing, procurement, and environmental, health, and safety team, which Timothy R. Kinser will lead.

October 20, 2021

RPM International Inc. recently announced that as a result of the May 31, 2021, successful completion of its MAP to Growth operating improvement program, the decision was made to eliminate the chief restructuring officer position, which was held by Michael H. Sullivan.

Ask Dr. Dave

Vibration- and Shock-Resistant Adhesives

Which adhesives can resist serious vibration and shocks?

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

October 20, 2021

You have a wide range of possibilities here. Normally, you would require an adhesive that has been toughened with a rubber for this.

Remodeling Industry Confidence Improves Year over Year

Despite supply issues, the remodeling industry is experiencing strong demand and increased optimism.

October 19, 2021

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) recently released its NAHB/Royal Building Products Remodeling Market Index (RMI) for the third quarter, posting a reading of 87, up five points from the third quarter of 2020.

Photo of Panacol medical-grade adhesive in use

PANACOL: Biocompatible UV Adhesive for Soft Plastics

Vitralit UV 7030 is a one-component, solvent-free, UV-curable acrylic adhesive.

October 19, 2021

Panacol has developed a new UV-curable acrylic adhesive that is certified to USP Class VI biocompatibility standards for medical device assembly applications.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Sale of Arkema Epoxides Business is Top News

Readers last week were most interested in Arkema’s plan to sell its epoxides business to Cargill.

Susan Sutton

October 18, 2021

How are acquisitions shaping the industry? Please contact me at suttons@bnpmedia.com to share your thoughts.

Sika Proposes Election of Foufopoulos-De Ridder to Board of Directors

Lucrèce Foufopoulos-De Ridder has worked within the chemical industry for more than 20 years.

October 18, 2021

Sika recently announced that it has recommended the election of Lucrèce Foufopoulos-De Ridder to the board of directors at its next annual general meeting, to be held April 12, 2022.

3M Homeowner Survey Shows Strong Interest in Eco-Friendly Construction Materials and Practices

Of the homeowners surveyed, 70% plan to purchase eco-friendly materials for their next renovation.

October 15, 2021

U.S. homeowners have an overwhelming desire for more information, more choices, and more action across the industry for eco-friendly construction materials and practices, according to the 2021 3M Home Renovation Study.

Minerals for Performance Enhancement of Hybrid Medium-Modulus Sealants

The right mineral choice is key to optimizing processing and performance for silane-modified sealants.

Shamila Grigorieff

October 15, 2021

Hybrid sealants are best defined as a fusion of technologies: the best performance properties of urethanes combined with the best of silicones.

Photo of Scott Bader's new facility in Mocksville, N.C.

Scott Bader Invests in New Production Site in North Carolina

The new site in North Carolina will be Scott Bader’s second North American manufacturing site.

October 13, 2021

Scott Bader recently announced that it has acquired a new facility in North Carolina as it strives to meet growing domestic and global demand for its structural adhesives and gelcoats.

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ASSEMBLY in Action

Sullivan Leaves RPM Following Elimination of Chief Restructuring Officer Position; Kinser Named Vice President of Operations

Vibration- and Shock-Resistant Adhesives

Remodeling Industry Confidence Improves Year over Year

PANACOL: Biocompatible UV Adhesive for Soft Plastics

Sale of Arkema Epoxides Business is Top News

Sika Proposes Election of Foufopoulos-De Ridder to Board of Directors

3M Homeowner Survey Shows Strong Interest in Eco-Friendly Construction Materials and Practices

Minerals for Performance Enhancement of Hybrid Medium-Modulus Sealants

Scott Bader Invests in New Production Site in North Carolina

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