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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.

4 Trends Impacting the Global Adhesives and Sealants Industry

The adhesives and sealants community will meet this month to discuss trends and new technologies at the ASC Fall Convention and Expo.

Matthew Croson

October 1, 2014

The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) supports a $43 billion global industry whose reach spans all market segments and sub-segments.

DOE Announces $17 Million to Advance Highway Transportation Technologies

September 29, 2014

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recently announced $17.6 million to develop and deploy efficient and environmentally friendly highway transportation technologies.

Henkel Announces Supplier Awards

September 26, 2014

Henkel Adhesive Technologies recently announced the recipients of its Supply Performance, Supplier Innovation and Supplier Sustainability awards.

AkzoNobel Announces Plan to Develop Green Raw Materials

September 24, 2014

AkzoNobel recently announced it has partnered with cleantech company Photanol to develop a process for harnessing the power of the sun to make chemicals.