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3M Expands Service with Palmer Holland

3M Advanced Materials Division recently announced that it has expanded service nationwide with Palmer Holland.

January 21, 2019

This territory expansion reportedly builds upon Palmer Holland’s existing service in the Central, Midwest, and Northeast regions.

H.B. Fuller Fourth Quarter 2018 Revenue Grows 13%

Net income for the fourth quarter of 2018 was $41 million, compared with a net loss of $7 million in the same period last year.

January 18, 2019

H.B. Fuller Co. recently reported financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended Dec. 1, 2018.

Slow Growth Predicted for U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders

October through December order levels are running significantly higher than the fourth quarter of 2017.

January 16, 2019

Manufacturing technology orders were $458 million in November 2018, down 2% from October levels and up 7% from November 2017.

Pipeline Transmitters and Production Timelines: Meeting the Demands of Two Harsh Environments

The right adhesive allowed a pipeline manufacturer to ramp up and increase volume.

Torsten Uske

January 16, 2019

Many industrial pipelines are exposed to the elements and must face tough environmental conditions, including humidity, and temperature and climate variations―often including heavy frost in the winter and long hot spells in the summer.

Tench Promoted to W.R. Meadows Vice President, Sales and Marketing

W.R. Meadows recently announced the promotion of Glenn Tench to vice president, sales and marketing.

January 16, 2019

In his new role, Tench will reportedly oversee the entire sales and marketing functions of the company.

ASC Announces Changes to Board of Directors

Brian McSwigan, vice president, pressure-sensitive adhesives at Henkel Corp., has been elected to serve as chairman of the board.

January 15, 2019

The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) recently announced changes to its Board of Directors.

FEICA: Safe Use of Mixtures Information Templates

January 10, 2019

A new series of safe use of mixtures information (SUMI) templates is available for end-users of adhesives and sealants.

Ask Dr. Dave

Ask Dr. Dave: Can you use adhesives for bonding plastic plumbing pipes?

Dave Dunn's January 2019 column.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

January 9, 2019

I have seen at least one manufacturer advertising a two-component methyl methacrylate (MMA) adhesive product in a cartridge for the bonding of PVC and CPVC pipes. . . .