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Five Key Trends Shaping the Future of Tech Innovation Across All Industries

The five trends that are shaping the post-COVID-19 future include infection prevention, remote commerce, improving resiliency, greater agility, and macroeconomic impacts.

September 14, 2020

The pandemic has drastically changed the landscape for businesses across all industries, forcing immediate changes that will often have long-term consequences.

Skilled Labor Fund Receives Grant from The Home Depot Foundation and National Association of Home Builders

The Skilled Labor Fund was founded in 2017 with a mission to fund trade school scholarships and alleviate industry labor shortages.

September 14, 2020

The National Housing Endowment’s Skilled Labor Fund recently announced a new grant from The Home Depot Foundation and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).

North American Printed Circuit Board Industry Sales Increase 10.1% in July

While total North American PCB shipments were up 10.1% in July 2020 compared to the same month last year, they fell 15.7% compared to June 2020.

September 14, 2020

IPC recently announced the July 2020 findings from its North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program.

Dow Named One of PEOPLE’S 50 Companies that Care

The annual list, with rankings representing the experience of more than 4.7 million working U.S. citizens, will be featured in PEOPLE’s September 14 issue.

September 9, 2020

Dow recently announced that it has been named one of the 2020 PEOPLE’s 50 Companies that Care by Great Place to Work and PEOPLE.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Dow Polyurethanes Collaboration with Microsoft Leads the News

Readers last week were most drawn to Dow Polyurethanes’ news regarding its digitalization collaboration with Microsoft.

Susan Sutton

September 8, 2020

What steps is your company taking to explore digitalization options? Please contact me at suttons@bnpmedia.com to share your story.

Henkel Joins U.S. Plastics Pact, Commits to Meeting Circular Economy Goals By 2025

As part of the U.S. Plastics Pact, activators like Henkel recognize that significant, system-wide change is imperative to realize a circular economy for plastics.

September 8, 2020

Henkel North America recently announced that it has joined the U.S. Plastics Pact, a collaborative, solutions-driven initiative.

Marine Applications for Adhesives and Sealants

Today’s marine adhesives and sealants provide strong lightweight bonds to structural components and watertight sealing between substrates.

Simla Ay

Drew Richards

September 8, 2020

Adhesives and sealants have a long history in shipbuilding and marine industries, providing protection against water, chemicals, weather, and environmental degradation. In the earliest days of seafaring, natural sealants such as pine resins were cooked down and applied liberally, requiring regular re-treatments.

Strategic Solutions

Collaboration and Innovation for Sustainable Packaging

Ink, adhesive, paperboard, film, and other material suppliers need to understand relevant certifications and processes in order to adhere to recycling or composting standards.

Aggie Lotz

Tyler Derus

September 4, 2020

Consumer sentiment continues to drive sustainability throughout the economy and society. Consumers often view packaging as wasteful, and they demand more sustainable options as a result. Many terms, such as reuse, recycle, compost, and reduction, resonate positively with consumers.

Willis Appointed President of Meridian Adhesives Electronics Division as Harrington Transitions to Retirement

Michael Harrington, current president of Epoxies, Etc. and the division’s commercial leader, will transition to retirement as Brandon Willis moves into the new position.

September 3, 2020

Meridian Adhesives Group recently announced the appointment of Brandon Willis to the position of president of its Electronics Division.

MACTAC: Foam Bonding Guide

To generate its “Foam Bonding Guide,” Mactac partnered with several key foam manufacturers to closely evaluate core grades of foam commonly used in combination with pressure-sensitive adhesives.

September 3, 2020

Mactac recently announced that it has released the latest edition of its “Foam Bonding Guide,” which offers the most recent updates and guidance in adhesive-foam selections.