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ASC Announces Call for Entries for Annual Innovation Awards

The awards identify impact chemistries that contribute to downstream industries’ unmet needs and technology advancements.
February 10, 2021
The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) recently announced that entries are open for its annual Innovation Awards Program, which is designed to recognize innovation in adhesive and sealant product developments.
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Infrared Reflective Colorants: Optimizing Coatings for Cool Surfaces through IR Management

Colorants play a key role in determining the effectiveness of cool-roof coatings.
Jerry Powers of Chromaflo
Jerry Powers
Kip Howard of Chromaflo
Kip Howard
February 8, 2021

Continual climate change necessitates a movement toward energy savings via coatings. One method of saving energy in hot climates is to minimize the heating of buildings. This can be achieved with the application of a coating on the roof that keeps the rooftop cool while minimizing the conduction of heat and the use of air conditioning. Another way to save energy is through increasing the lifespan of a coating with heat protection. This method represents energy savings in a broader scope, as it reduces energy along the production chain.


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Arkema and Partners Publish Results for Sustainable Castor Bean Program

The project goal is to enable sustainable castor production through good agricultural practices, efficient use of water and soil, adoption of waste management practices, and respect for human rights.
February 5, 2021
The founding members of the Pragati project for sustainable castor crops—Arkema, BASF, and Jayant Agro-Organics, along with implementation partner Solidaridad—recently finalized and published the final audited and certified results of the fourth year of their program.
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Mainstream Pine Products to Build New Crude Tall Oil Biorefinery in South Carolina

The facility will serve as the centerpiece of Mainstream's strategy to become the highest quality, lowest cost producer of crude tall oil derivatives in North America.
February 3, 2021
Mainstream Pine Products, LLC, recently announced plans for an estimated $90 million crude tall oil biorefinery at the Charleston International Manufacturing Center in Berkeley County, S.C.
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Palmer Holland Expands Roles and Positions of Business Teams

Palmer Holland appointed a principal management director, named new account managers, and announced a new regional sales manager.
February 2, 2021
Palmer Holland recently announced expansions in roles and personnel to its commercial teams, including positions within the CASE business.
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Ashland Details Recent Sustainability Initiatives

Consistent with the company’s Responsible Care policy, Ashland endorses biodiversity conservation by operating in a way that minimizes effects on natural habitats and biological resources.
February 2, 2021
Since Ashland moved its headquarters from Covington, Ky., to Wilmington, Del., the company has completed several local sustainability initiatives that further its path to sustainability.
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