Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives (PSAs) - Articles - Page 101

Schulmerich Receives PSTC President’s Award, McKenna Named to Hall of Fame

The President’s Award reportedly honors outstanding volunteers who have served on a committee with the purpose of advancing the PSTC's mission and vision.

November 23, 2018

The Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (PSTC) announced marketing committee member Dennis Schulmerich as the recipient of PSTC’s President’s Award.

Market Trends

Demand is High for High-Performance Adhesives

Rising demand for high-performance adhesives in the aerospace industry is projected to drive market growth.

November 15, 2018

The global high-performance adhesives market was valued at $9.4 billion in 2017, and is anticipated to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9% from 2018 to 2026, according to a report from Transparency Market Research.

Mergers and Acquisitions in Adhesives and Sealants: 2018 Review and Outlook

Activity is predicted to continue as conditions for mergers, acquisitions and divestitures remain favorable.

Andy Hinz

November 14, 2018

When discussing merger and acquisition (M&A) activity in the adhesives and sealants industry over the last several years, we have found ourselves repeating many of the same themes. . .

Focus On

Vertically Integrate for Sustainability

Vertically integrated tape suppliers can offer stabilized value, flexibility in product development and superior product performance.

Janet Page

November 13, 2018

Supplying industrial adhesive tape is a complex business.

Tape Talk

Holding the Holidays Together with Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive Tapes

Not all PSA tapes are alike; it’s important to use the correct one for each project.

Michel Merkx

November 7, 2018

As the holiday season approaches, millions of people will turn to pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tape to help check off their to-do list. From hanging decorations to wrapping gifts, PSA tape is a useful tool in a person’s seasonal arsenal.

MACTAC: Double-Coated Tape

November 6, 2018

A new high-tack general-purpose double-coated tape, IB1122-60, is available.

Nordson Breaks Ground for New Global Hub

The facility will be located in an industrial park in Chippewa Falls, Wisc.

November 6, 2018

Nordson Corp. recently held a groundbreaking for a new world headquarters for its EDI extrusion and Premier fluid coating product lines.

Loparex to Expand European Operations

The expanded European facility intends to increase the company’s ability to provide product solutions to its European and global customer base.

November 6, 2018

Loparex recently announced it is investing in its European operation for release liner production.

The Assembly Show Returns to Chicago

The Assembly Show will once again offer three days of educational sessions, exhibits, a dynamic keynote speaker, and plenty of networking.

October 9, 2018

Assembly industry enthusiasts will connect from October 23-25 at The Assembly Show, taking place at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Ill.

State of the U.S. Construction Market

Construction and building-related end uses make up approximately 25% of the market value for adhesives and sealants in the U.S.

October 5, 2018

The global market for adhesives and sealants in 2017 reached 34 billion dry lbs, valued at $59 billion. North America represented approximately 30% of the global market.