Adhesives & Sealants Industry Top Stories - Articles

The Circular Economy and the Adhesives and Sealants Industry

“Closing the loop” of product life cycles benefits the environment, the economy and society.

January 2, 2019

The European Commission is committed to transforming Europe's economy into a more sustainable one and enhancing the circular economy.

Wacker Expands Silicone Rubber Capacity

Approximately €100 million (approximately $113.6 million) has been earmarked for this capacity expansion.

December 21, 2018

Wacker recently announced it is increasing its global production capacities for silicone rubber.

Meridian Adhesives Group Purchases Evans Adhesive

Arsenal Capital Partners created Meridian earlier this year as its new platform in the global adhesives and sealants sector.

December 11, 2018

Meridian Adhesives Group recently announced the acquisition of Evans Adhesive Corp.

3M to Include Sustainability in All New Products

The new requirement is reportedly the first goal of the company’s new sustainability focus that CEO Mike Roman announced Nov. 15.

December 11, 2018

3M recently announced that, starting in 2019, all new products it launches will be required to have a Sustainability Value Commitment.

Adhesives and Sealants Industry Leaders Gather in Florida

The Adhesive and Sealant Council’s annual Executive Leadership Conference brought together executives from top companies to discuss important industry topics.

Teresa McPherson

December 10, 2018

From October 15-17, adhesives and sealants industry executives from the top companies came together in Naples, Fla., for the annual Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) Executive Leadership Conference.

Sartomer Marks 50 Years at West Chester Production Facility

The facility produces specialty chemical building blocks used by other manufacturers.

December 10, 2018

Sartomer recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of its West Chester, Pa., production plant.

Top 21 ASI News of 2018

Adhesives and sealants industry news ranked by pageviews (posted and viewed from 1/1/18 to date).

December 7, 2018

News about price increases, expansions, and financial results were among the most popular in 2018.

Water-Based Adhesive Market to Grow 5.7%

Acrylic polymer emulsion adhesive is reportedly the most preferred type of adhesive.

December 4, 2018

The water-based adhesive market size is projected to grow from $15.3 billion in 2018 to $20.2 billion by 2023.

Henkel and RLE International Announce Alliance

The strategic alliance was reportedly formed to drive automotive innovation, expand value creation opportunities and become the premier design-in engineering solution provider for the mobility industry.

November 30, 2018

Henkel and RLE International recently announced that they have agreed to form a strategic alliance.

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. . .