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The American Chemistry Council (ACC) recently announced the launch of a new energy advocacy and awareness campaign, “From Chemistry to Energy.”

The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) reports it recently conveyed the following message to the staffs of Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Christopher Coons (D-DE): The U.S. Senate must find a bipartisan solution to the reform of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA).

Two new threadlocker products are available that have achieved an MSDS health rating of 1.

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers and Affiliates (SOCMA) said serious concerns remain over the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) failure to completely exempt “synthetic minors” from a key Title V provision in the rule.

Asia-Pacific photovoltaic (PV) markets are expected to continue to surge ahead of expectations, installing 2.8 GW in the second quarter of 2011 and a total of 6 GW in fiscal 2011.

Celocor™ is a new voided opaque polymer that can impart hiding and functions as a partial replacement for titanium dioxide (TiO2).

Structural adhesives can reduce emissions and assist in the recycling of plastics to minimize waste and VOCs.

Joe Mausar retires after 37 years in the industry.

The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) recently announced it has proposed modifications to ASTM 1193 “Standard Guide for Use of Joint Sealants” to incorporate terminology that will help position sustainability for industry stakeholders.

The American Composite Manufacturers Association (ACMA) reports it is poised to fulfill demand for skilled jobs in the composites industry.