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Renewable Carbon Initiative Celebrates First Anniversary

In the past year, the Renewable Carbon Initiative has grown from 11 founding members to 30 member companies.

November 10, 2021

After its launch on September 20, 2020, the Renewable Carbon Initiative (RCI) celebrated its first anniversary this fall.

Eastman to Sell Adhesives Resins Business to Synthomer

The sale consists of hydrocarbon resins, pure monomer resins, polyolefin polymers, rosins and dispersions, and oleochemical and fatty-acid based resins product lines.

November 9, 2021

Eastman Chemical Co. recently announced that it and certain of its subsidiaries have entered into a definitive agreement to sell its adhesives resins assets and business to Synthomer plc for a total cash consideration of $1 billion.

Elkem to Expand Specialty Silicones Production in France

The expansion is the largest organic investment project in Elkem’s European silicones franchise in a decade.

November 9, 2021

Elkem recently announced a strategic investment plan to expand specialty silicones supply for customers in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), and the Americas.

Strategic Solutions

Sustainable Adhesives in Construction and Packaging

Though sustainability can be difficult to define, many types of adhesives contribute to more sustainable construction and packaging products.

Marc S. Hirsch

November 8, 2021

The definition of “sustainability” is in flux. As it pertains to construction, sustainability is constantly evolving to encompass varying approaches and priorities. In the U.S., sustainable construction is the method of creating buildings and using processes that are environmentally reliable and resource efficient throughout the building’s life cycle, including design, construction, operation, and renovation. Western Europe defines sustainable construction as a way to build that aims to reduce health and environmental impacts affected by the construction process or by buildings.

Eastern Coatings Show Presentations to Address Supply Chain Challenges

The event is scheduled for November 17-19 in Atlantic City, N.J.

November 8, 2021

The Eastern Coatings Show recently announced that it will offer two presentations on supply chain challenges.

Polimeros Sinteticos Selects EMCO Chemical Distributors

EMCO will distribute Polimeros’ product line throughout the Midwest.

November 5, 2021

Polimeros Sinteticos and EMCO Chemical Distributors have signed an exclusive distribution agreement.

Photo of people breaking ground on Mapei's new Laval, Quebec, site

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.

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.

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.