Adhesives & Sealants Industry Top Stories - Articles

H.B. Fuller Launches Global Responsibility Website

H.B. Fuller Co. recently announced that it has expanded its global corporate responsibility reporting in a new section of its website.

April 24, 2019

“We believe that H.B. Fuller can and should play a role in creating positive change," said Jim Owens, president and CEO.

Market Trends

Water-Based Adhesive Growth Captures Majority of Market

The adhesives and sealants industry is anticipated to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6% during the forecast period.

April 19, 2019

The global adhesives and sealants market size is expected to reach $82.4 billion by 2025, according to a recent report from Research and Markets.

Keeping the Work Atmosphere Clean of Volatile Organic Compounds

Regenerative thermal oxidizers can be the most effective and cost-efficient way to destroy VOCs in the adhesives and sealants industry.

April 19, 2019

The manufacture and application of solvent-based adhesives and coatings release significant emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into the environment.

Advancing Adhesives

Testing the Endurance of Adhesives

Adhesive bonds will be tested at the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge 2019.

April 19, 2019

A team of students from RWTH Aachen University and FH Aachen plan to enter their self-constructed, solar-powered electric car in perhaps the world’s toughest solar car race: the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge 2019, which takes place October 13-20 in Adelaide, Australia.

LyondellBasell Propylene Oxide Plant Marks 50 Years of Operation

LyondellBasell recently announced its Bayport Complex in Pasadena, Texas, has reached 50 years of operation.

April 19, 2019

The new PO/TBA plant will reportedly have a split facility design.

On a Roll with Coil Coating

OEMs that make parts or products from flat-rolled steel, aluminum and other metals are outsourcing to experienced coil coaters.

April 17, 2019

For original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) that apply laminate films to metal parts or apply coatings as decorative finishes, the in-house manufacturing process requires a significant investment in equipment, plant floor space and ongoing maintenance for what can be a very temperamental process.

Arkema Starts 30% Photocure Resin Production Capacity Increase

Arkema recently announced it has successfully started up the 30% capacity extension of its photocure advanced liquid resin production plant.

April 15, 2019

The new production line intends to help to meet the strong demand in Asia.

Adhesives and Sealants Mixing Basics

A variety of blades—each suitable to different applications—are available for double-arm mixers.

April 11, 2019

Double-arm mixers are used to knead and homogenize a variety of products into a single mix.

Mactac Marks 60 Years

Mactac recently announced it will celebrate its 60th anniversary this year.

April 11, 2019

Mactac has reportedly expanded significantly both throughout North America and internationally.

Preparing for a No-Deal Brexit

Companies that import chemicals from an EU-based manufacturer may need to take on registration obligations in order to continue importing those products.

Simon Johnson

April 9, 2019

I was delighted to have spoken alongside colleagues from the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy at the British Adhesives and Sealant Association event on March 28.