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Bio-Based Adhesives Market Continues to Grow

This growth is reportedly primarily driven by the increasing demand from the packaging sector and stringent regulations for conventional adhesives in the U.S.

October 2, 2018

The market for bio-based adhesives and sealants is expected to register a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.49%.

Tape Talk

Developments in Plasma and Flame Surface Treaters for Improving Adhesion

Ongoing advancements with plasma and flame surface treaters are expanding the systems’ use in a growing number of industries.

Mark Plantier Wilson Lee

October 1, 2018

Industrial assembly and decorating operations are increasing their use of atmospheric plasma and flame surface treaters to improve adhesive bonding. These safe and green technologies activate surfaces to enable stronger bonds with plastics, composites, wood, glass and metal surfaces.

LD DAVIS: Packaging Tape

September 27, 2018

Stay tape is a glue-backed tape used in the rigid box manufacturing process.

Fluor Opens Wales Manufacturing Facility

The facility is located in Wrexham, Wales.

September 25, 2018

Fluor Corp. recently announced it has completed the construction of a high-performance adhesives manufacturing facility.

STOCKWELL ELASTOMERICS: Revised Website

September 25, 2018

This company recently revised its website features.

Record Attendance at FEICA European Adhesive & Sealant Conference

600 participants from 35 countries attended the 2018 FEICA Conference and Expo.

September 24, 2018

The FEICA European Adhesive & Sealant Conference and Expo saw a record number of delegates attend this year’s event.

Market Trends

Auto Adhesives Vroom Ahead

Adhesives adoption in the automotive sector is projected to drive a $7 billion market by 2022.

September 21, 2018

The automotive adhesives market is set to grow rapidly over the coming five years as manufacturers move to lightweight vehicle designs, meet increased demand for crossover utility vehicles (CUVs) and sport-utility vehicles (SUVs), and use a range of different materials, according to a recent Smithers Apex report.

Mactac Expands West Coast Distribution

The expansion will reportedly improve service to its customers along the West Coast and in Texas.

September 19, 2018

Mactac Industrial Tapes recently announced it is expanding distribution of its industrial tapes.

Dow Announces Investment Plans to Meet Silicones Demand

Additional expansion projects to increase capacity in Dow’s high-value performance silicones products and intermediates include a new specialty resin plant in Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu, China.

September 14, 2018

The Dow Chemical Co. recently announced new low capital intensity, high return investments in its upstream and downstream silicones franchise.