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Covestro Announces Leadership Changes

MacCleary will be succeeded in his role as head of the polyurethanes business unit by Christine Bryant.
November 13, 2017

Covestro LLC recently announced that Jerry MacCleary, currently president and managing director, and head of the polyurethanes business unit in North America, will assume new responsibilities as chief executive officer and chairman of the board for the company.


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Wacker Chemie Breaks Ground on Plant in South Korea

Ulsan’s plant complex will reportedly be one of the largest of its kind in the world.
November 10, 2017

Wacker Chemie AG recently announced it is expanding its existing production plants for dispersions and dispersible polymer powders in South Korea.


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Covestro Expands Polyurethanes Capacity

The new capacity is reportedly needed to satisfy rising demand from the coatings and adhesives industry.
November 9, 2017

Covestro recently began operations at a new production facility for aqueous polyurethane dispersions (PUDs) at its Dormagen site.


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West Named Pilot Chemical Sales Manager

He will be replacing Bob Rechtin, who will retire in early 2019.
November 7, 2017

Pilot Chemical Co. recently announced that Jeremy West has been named new national sales manager for North America.


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KEMAT: New Website

November 7, 2017

The new website has reportedly been created to deliver the ultimate user-friendly experience. 


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The Future Is in Sustainability and Safety

To remain competitive, suppliers must deliver innovations that enable formulators to develop products that satisfy consumer demand.
Hong Zheng
November 1, 2017
Sustainability has become a key driver for the adhesives industry. Once considered a “nice to have” feature, sustainability is increasingly valued by both adhesive producers and end users. In addition, regulations calling for safer, cleaner materials, especially in Europe, are driving the demand for more environmentally friendly products.
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Advancing Adhesives

High-Performance Bonding

New adhesives offer manufacturers solutions to reduce weight and gain fuel efficiency.
Frank Kerstan
November 1, 2017
As vehicle manufacturers worldwide look to reduce weight from their cars and trucks in order to boost fuel economy and reduce emissions, they must set aside the mindset that has dictated traditional material and process choices and instead consider new and emerging technologies. This includes selecting adhesives and other joining options. Each car today contains, on average, 15 kg (~ 33 lbs) of adhesives,―and this amount will likely increase in the future.
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Chemical Production Falls Due to Hurricane Disruptions

The steep decline in September reportedly reflected severe, but temporary, disruptions from Hurricane Harvey.
October 27, 2017

According to the American Chemistry Council (ACC), the U.S. Chemical Production Regional Index (U.S. CPRI) fell sharply by 1.4% in September, following a 0.2% decline in August, and a 1% gain in July.


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