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COVID-19: The Crisis Continues

COVID-19’s economic impact is being felt around the world. What are the ramifications for the adhesives and sealants industry?

Susan Sutton

April 29, 2020

During the past month alone, about 22 million people in the U.S. have filed for unemployment. It’s an absolutely staggering number. Sectors such as industrial manufacturing and construction (particularly large-scale commercial projects) have been particularly hard hit.

Trends in Construction Sealants and Adhesives

Several sealant and adhesive trends are addressing the specific needs of construction and remodeling projects.

Jennifer Johnson

Jay Misas

April 29, 2020

Sealants and adhesives are important tools on the construction job site and for home projects.

Avery Dennison Performance Polymers website

AVERY DENNISON PERFORMANCE POLYMERS: Updated Website

Avery Dennison reports that the site is designed for everyone from engineers to buyers in companies that manufacture pressure-sensitive products used in automotive, building and construction, electronics, general industrial, graphics and signage, labels and packaging, and medical applications.

April 28, 2020

Avery Dennison Performance Polymers has launched a more dynamic website with enhanced functionality and improved product selection and search features.

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Readers Most Drawn to RPM International Financial Results and Pandemic Response

RPM International’s fiscal third quarter financial report and response to COVID-19 drew the most reader interest last week.

Susan Sutton

April 27, 2020

How is the pandemic affecting your business? Please contact me at suttons@bnpmedia.com to share your story.

New NAHB Index Finds Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic is Causing Remodeling Activity to Slow

Concerns regarding the spread of COVID-19, combined with high unemployment and other factors, are reducing remodeling activity.

April 27, 2020

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) recently announced that it redesigned its Remodeling Market Index (RMI) in the first quarter of 2020 to ease respondent burden and improve its ability to interpret and track industry trends.

MAPEI’s Storm Recognized as a 2020 Coverings Rock Star

The Coverings Rock Star award is reportedly an emerging leaders program that honors young talent in the tile and stone industry.

April 24, 2020

The Coverings tile and stone trade show recently announced the 14 winners of its 2020 Rock Star awards, including Brittany Storm, MAPEI’s sustainability manager.

Mactac Recognized as BioPreferred Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive Manufacturer by USDA

BioPreferred adhesives must use bio-based and renewable components instead of petroleum-based components.

April 23, 2020

Mactac recently announced its recognition as the first pressure-sensitive adhesive manufacturer to have products listed in the BioPreferred program established by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

Ask Dr. Dave

How can we ensure full cure when using a UV-cured coating/adhesive on irregularly shaped parts?

Dr. Dave shares tips on avoiding blind areas that do not cure completely on irregularly shaped parts.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

April 23, 2020

You need to look at so-called “shadow curing” options. Most UV-cured systems are based on acrylates and methacrylates and cure free-radically by the decomposition of a photoinitiator.

Combatting COVID-19: Manufacturers Keep Stepping Up

Manufacturers are continuing to address the unique needs of the pandemic through a number of different initiatives.

Susan Sutton

April 22, 2020

The global ramifications of COVID-19, in terms of both our physical and economic well-being, are daunting. Some regions have been quite successful in avoiding widespread losses, others are beginning to see cases decline and are returning somewhat to normalcy, and still others have yet to see the worst.

Despite Slowed Growth in March Due to Pandemic, Sika Breaks Sales Record in 2020 First Quarter

Since the pandemic situation is changing constantly, Sika reports that it is adapting measures specifically in line with the new circumstances.

April 22, 2020

Sika recently announced that it had a good start to the 2020 business year and has continued its growth trajectory, reporting a new sales record of CHF 1.8 billion (approximately $1.9 billion) in the first quarter.

Organized by Women in Chemicals, this landmark conference will offer opportunities for networking, learning, and professional development. With a diverse array of sessions, workshops, and social events, participants can expect a dynamic program designed to empower and inspire.

This annual Midwest coatings conference combines all of the high-quality technical presentations, exhibits and networking opportunities from the Coatings Trends and Technologies and Powder Coating Summit conferences into one new event. The event caters to both liquid and powder coatings formulators and manufacturers.

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COVID-19: The Crisis Continues

Trends in Construction Sealants and Adhesives

AVERY DENNISON PERFORMANCE POLYMERS: Updated Website

Readers Most Drawn to RPM International Financial Results and Pandemic Response

New NAHB Index Finds Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic is Causing Remodeling Activity to Slow

MAPEI’s Storm Recognized as a 2020 Coverings Rock Star

Mactac Recognized as BioPreferred Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive Manufacturer by USDA

How can we ensure full cure when using a UV-cured coating/adhesive on irregularly shaped parts?

Combatting COVID-19: Manufacturers Keep Stepping Up

Despite Slowed Growth in March Due to Pandemic, Sika Breaks Sales Record in 2020 First Quarter

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