Sustainability

RSS

Avery Dennison Label and Packaging Materials Business Unit recently announced it has received the 2011 Environmental Leadership Award from the Tag and Label Manufacturers Institute (TLMI).

The new ProSperse™ 700 series aqueous emulsion polymers can be used for factory- and field-applied coatings on metal, plastic, wood, and cementitious substrates.

European green building space is predicted to almost quadruple by 2016.

This feature provides a listing of green products that are offered by leading adhesive and sealant companies. To send submissions for future installments of this feature, email Teresa McPherson, managing editor, at mcphersont@bnpmedia.com.

The introduction of biomass as a substitute for petroleum-based raw materials will make a significant contribution in the development of sustainable products.

A new amine-functional dimer technology creates formulation freedom for high-end polyamide adhesives.

It is critical that material suppliers see how they fit in the overall wind turbine supply chain.

Regulatory changes will have a strong effect on the adhesives and sealants industry.

Waste from the plant was reduced from more than 1 million lbs. in 2008.

With state policies leading the way, the wind energy industry continues to represent a business opportunity for manufacturers.