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Regulatory Review: Signs of Potential Prop 65 Revisions and their Impact for the Adhesives and Sealants Industry

An explanation of some of the core elements of a Prop 65 revision currently under consideration.

November 1, 2014

Signs, signs, everywhere there’s signs / Blocking up the scenery, breaking up my mind / Do this, don’t do that, can’t you read the sign? —Five Man Electrical Band (1971)

Editor's Memo: Taking Things Easy?

Maybe the goal shouldn't be taking things "easy" so much as using and enjoying our time wisely.

Susan Sutton

November 1, 2014

If you’re anything like me, the concept of “taking things easy” is totally foreign.

Global Market for Energy-Efficient Construction Technologies to Reach $60.2 Billion in 2019

October 27, 2014

The global market for energy-efficient technologies in commercial buildings is expected to grow to more than $60.2 billion by 2019.

Wind Turbine Manufacturing Revenue to Drop 4.8%

October 20, 2014

The wind turbine manufacturing industry experienced dramatic declines over the past five years due to uncertainties regarding the federal government production tax credit (PTC), according to a report from IBISWorld.

W.F. TAYLOR CO. INC.: Renewable Adhesives

October 20, 2014

This company has announced the availability of its new, patented TruRenew™ Premium Bio-Renewable Adhesive™ product line.

SOCIETY OF CHEMICAL MANUFACTURERS AND AFFILIATES (SOCMA): ChemStewards Website

October 17, 2014

This association has released its new ChemStewards^® Optimization website, a resource available to SOCMA members that has all ChemStewards and related EHS&S documents in a centralized, web-based repository.

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum Cuts Energy Costs with 3M Window Film

October 13, 2014

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum in Cleveland, Ohio, recently teamed with 3M and Sunray Window Films, which installed 3M Sun Control Window Film Prestige Exterior 40 on the structure’s exterior glass.

SHAW INDUSTRIES GROUP INC.: Bio-Renewable Carpet Tile Adhesive

October 7, 2014

Shaw Industries Group Inc. recently announced the introduction of a new bio-renewable adhesive for use with its commercial carpet tile products.

RS INDUSTRIAL INC.: Sustainable Adhesive Dots

October 2, 2014

ECO-Squares™ are reportedly the first-ever adhesive dots conscientiously developed from biodegradable materials.

Eco-Friendly Adhesives for Converting and Packaging

Starch-based adhesives offer a number of benefits in converting and packaging applications.

Dan Walter

October 1, 2014

Packagers and converters are always seeking the most efficient, cost-effective adhesives. Many times, synthetics are not the most reliable solutions. This is especially true in an era when U.S. companies of all types are encouraged to find more environmentally friendly options.