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Ask Dr. Dave: Is there an adhesive that will seal pinhole leaks?

Dave Dunn's March 2019 column.

March 12, 2019

We have some pinhole leaks in an old fire sprinkler system in a large apartment block. Is there an adhesive that will seal those leaks?

World Adhesive and Sealant Conference Seeks Papers

Presentation proposals (abstracts) are now being accepted for the World Adhesive and Sealant Conference.

March 12, 2019

Any new technology, market intelligence or timely topics relevant to the adhesive and sealant industry will reportedly be considered.

SIKA CORP.: Silicone Adhesive

March 11, 2019

The adhesive reportedly has outstanding UV and weathering resistance, allowing its use for many demanding applications.

Packaging Demand Leading Hot-Melt Adhesives Market Growth

The global hot-melt adhesives market is anticipated to rise at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7%.

March 11, 2019

From a geographical standpoint, the hot-melt adhesives market in Asia Pacific is projected to rise at a CAGR of 9.2%.

Multi-Family Builder and Developer Confidence Weakens Slightly in Fourth Quarter

The MMS produces two separate indices: the Multifamily Production Index (MPI) and the Multifamily Vacancy Index (MVI).

March 8, 2019

Confidence in the market for new multi-family housing weakened slightly in the fourth quarter of 2018, according to results from the Multifamily Market Survey (MMS) released recently by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).

H.B. Fuller Establishes Engineering Adhesives Business in Japan

H.B. Fuller Co. recently announced that it has established H.B. Fuller Japan G.K.

March 8, 2019

The new business intends to strengthen the company’s engineering adhesive (EA) businesses in Japan.

Making the Uncertain Certain in the Adhesives and Sealants Supply Chain

How supply chains can safeguard against inevitable future uncertainties.

Merilee Kern

March 6, 2019

The convergence of social and demographic trends, consumer behavior and new technologies like the blockchain, mobility, and various facets of “the cloud” are continually re-shaping mission-critical business areas across industries.

Strategic Solutions

Latin America’s Quest for Innovation

Several drivers are at play for the development of new adhesive technologies in Latin America.

Nei Domingues, Ph.D.

Aggie Lotz

March 6, 2019

In Latin America, end users in growth markets are eager for new adhesive technologies and products that improve throughput, mitigate against health and safety risks, and reduce total production costs.

Hisco Personnel Receive Henkel Sales Pro of the Year Awards

Hisco Inc. recently announced that Ed Snyder, Michael Brownlee and Gilberto Orozco were each named recipients of the Henkel 2018 Sales Pro of the Year award.

March 4, 2019

The awards are reportedly given to sales representatives who demonstrate top sales growth for the Henkel industrial product line.

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