Packaging of Adhesives and Sealants

Case Study

Promoting Sustainability with FIBCs

A bulk bag refurbishing program promotes quality and sustainability while reducing costs for raw materials suppliers and their customers.

Morgan Laidlaw

April 1, 2016

Flexible intermediate bulk containers (FIBCs), also called “big bags,” are an industry staple to store and transport dry flowable materials, such as powders and granulated products.

SOLUCARE: Dual Syringe Filling System

January 27, 2016

This company has recently released a new syringe filling system.

PPG INDUSTRIES: High-Volume Mixer

January 11, 2016

A new SEMCO® mixer from this company reportedly offers high-volume automated, precision mixing.

Case Study: Managing Energy Use in Manufacturing

A new energy management service will help Berry Plastics meet its utility and waste reduction goals.

January 4, 2016

Berry Plastics Group Inc. has selected Ecova, an energy and sustainability management company, to provide services that will assist in reducing its waste generation and consumption of electricity, natural gas, and water.

UN-Rated Steel Pails for the Packaging of Adhesives and Sealants

As environmental awareness grows, steel containers continue to provide a viable option for the packaging of adhesives and sealants.

Afzal M. Awan

August 3, 2015

Packaging and transporting of flammable and hazardous chemicals continues to be a concern in the adhesives and sealants industry. This is commonly known as transportation of dangerous goods (TDG).

Waltz Named CDF Sales VP

April 15, 2015

CDF Corp. recently announced it has hired Jay Waltz as vice president of Sales.

Royal Adhesives Acquires Advanced Polymers International

January 16, 2015

Royal Adhesives & Sealants LLC recently announced the completion of its acquisition of the assets of Advanced Polymers International (API).

Michelman Reorganizes Business Structure

January 13, 2015

The new structure is intended to help the company better anticipate and serve its customers' needs.

Zonca Named Tipper Tie VP-Global Sales

January 8, 2015

Tipper Tie recently announced the appointment of David A. Zonca to the position of vice president, Global Sales, Marketing and Product Management.

Repackaging Options for Two-Component Adhesives, Sealants and Coatings

Many factors determine the size and format of the optimal adhesive, sealant or coating package.

January 5, 2015

More and improved packaging options are available today for two-part chemistries than ever before, including side-by-side cartridges for extrusion or spray, dual syringes, syringe kits, jar kits, twin pouches (both burst and clipped), barrier kits, injection kits, and premixed and frozen syringes/cartridges.