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Full Steam Ahead with Transportation Adhesives and Sealants

From complex electronics assemblies to lightweighting and beyond, the incorporation of adhesives and sealants in transportation applications is expanding.
Susan Sutton
Susan Sutton
February 12, 2021

The technologies of today make it almost impossible to discuss the transportation industry without also bringing electronics into the conversation. Various sensors and other devices monitor or facilitate the operation of nearly every aspect of a vehicle’s operation, in one way or another.


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ASC Announces Call for Entries for Annual Innovation Awards

The awards identify impact chemistries that contribute to downstream industries’ unmet needs and technology advancements.
February 10, 2021
The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) recently announced that entries are open for its annual Innovation Awards Program, which is designed to recognize innovation in adhesive and sealant product developments.
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market trends

Avery Dennison Net Sales Essentially Flat for Fiscal 2020

The company reported net sales for fiscal year 2020 declined 1.4% to $6.97 billion, while net sales in the fourth quarter were up 12.3% to $1.99 billion.
February 10, 2021
Avery Dennison Corp. recently announced preliminary, unaudited results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended January 2, 2021, and provided an update related to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the company.
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Henkel and CELAB Corsortium

Henkel Adhesive Technologies Joins CELAB Sustainable Label Consortium

CELAB brings together companies across the matrix and liner industry value chain to address the wide variance in production processes and recycling capability in different markets.
February 4, 2021
Henkel Adhesive Technologies recently announced that it has joined the global consortium toward a Circular Economy for Labels (CELAB).
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Sales Essentially Flat for 3M in 2020

3M reports that the COVID-19 pandemic impacted its end markets and business operations.
January 28, 2021
3M recently posted its financial results for the fourth quarter and full-year 2020, reporting sales growth of 0.1% in 2020.
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LINTEC durable labelstocks

MACTAC: Low-Ooze, High-Adhesion Labelstocks

The new line offers a selection of durable film facestocks paired with LINTEC's PAT1 and automotive-approved P0066 aggressive acrylic adhesives.
January 28, 2021
Mactac has launched a new line of LINTEC low-ooze, high-adhesion durable labelstocks, which reportedly features a converter-friendly balance of high initial tack and low edge bleed.
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tesa 51948 EasySplice FilmLine Black X

TESA TAPE: Adhesive Solution for High-Speed Splicing

The innovation reportedly reduces waste, performs well on recycled films and non-woven materials, and will help increase productivity.
January 27, 2021
A product of customer collaboration, tesa® 51948 EasySplice FilmLine Black X helps meet the growing need for an adhesive that simplifies the process of splicing flexible packaging films at high speeds while improving efficiencies.
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headlines and news

Intertape Polymer Group to Expand Manufacturing Facility in Virginia

Intertape Polymer Group will reportedly add 30,000 sq ft to the facility and act on a series of investments in production, operations, and capacity.
January 25, 2021
Governor Ralph Northam recently announced that Intertape Polymer Group Inc. (IPG) will expand its manufacturing operation in Pittsylvania County to increase production for its e-retail packaging, coatings, and films.
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