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MAPEI to Expand Powder Production and Distribution in Quebec

Completion of the expansion project is expected in 2023.
November 5, 2021
MAPEI Inc. recently announced the expansion of its Laval, Quebec, Canada, facility with a groundbreaking ceremony for a new 50,750-sq-ft (4 715-m²) powder production plant and distribution facility.
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Mayzo Celebrates Milestone, Announces Personnel Changes

The company has named Eduardo Padilla its new president and Garry Schoolcraft its vice president of Global Operations.
November 4, 2021
Mayzo Inc. recently announced that it celebrated its 35th anniversary this year and reports that its succession plan is complete.
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Arxada and Troy Announce Merger

Arxada will benefit from Troy’s technical expertise, customer relationships, and portfolio of performance products as well as a long history of innovation.
November 4, 2021
Arxada and Troy Corp. recently announced that they have entered into an agreement to combine the two companies.
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Advancing Adhesives

Recycling Plastic Waste into Custom-Made Polyols

The chemical recycling of polyurethane (PU) and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) from waste materials is evolving into a viable alternative to mechanical recycling.
November 3, 2021

Old mattresses, insulating material, furniture, and steering wheels—these raw materials are not particularly appealing. But the solvolysis process is enabling Rampf Eco Solutions GmbH & Co. KG to recycle these types of waste materials and create customized polyols for applications ranging from foams to adhesives. 


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Addressing Sustainability in Disposable Hygiene Products

Adhesive manufacturers can partner with players all along the supply chain to reduce the environmental impact of single-use disposable hygiene products.
Paul Andrews Darius Deak
November 1, 2021

Adhesives are not typically top of mind to consumers of disposable hygiene products. They are not a large part of the product and can possibly be an afterthought by the article producers themselves. However, it is important to recognize that adhesives have several important tasks in these applications, from sealing and securing the diaper or pad core’s structure to holding elastics firmly in place inside the diaper.


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Elkem Launches Global Climate Roadmap

The company has set a long-term goal of net-zero emissions by 2050.
October 28, 2021
Elkem recently announced a new climate roadmap detailing how the company plans to develop its business in line with the aim of the Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to well below 2˚C.
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