Adhesives & Sealants Industry Top Stories

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. . .

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Vertically Integrate for Sustainability

Vertically integrated tape suppliers can offer stabilized value, flexibility in product development and superior product performance.

Janet Page

November 13, 2018

Supplying industrial adhesive tape is a complex business.

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Sustainable Fluid Dispensing and Packaging

A new cartridge system can reduce waste while lowering carbon footprints and supporting corporate sustainability initiatives.

November 12, 2018

The environmental performance of products and processes in all industrial sectors has increasingly become a critical issue, with sustainability directly influencing the design and selection of equipment.

The Adhesives and Sealants Sustainability Evolution

The adhesives industry must take the next step in advancing transparency and rigor to meet stakeholder demands.

November 8, 2018

For the adhesives industry, sustainability is becoming an essential value proposition.

Nordson Breaks Ground for New Global Hub

The facility will be located in an industrial park in Chippewa Falls, Wisc.

November 6, 2018

Nordson Corp. recently held a groundbreaking for a new world headquarters for its EDI extrusion and Premier fluid coating product lines.

Lightweighting Driving Global Aerospace Adhesives and Coatings Market

Merger and acquisition activities are expected to continue.

November 1, 2018

The global aerospace adhesives and coatings market is forecast to reach $1.9 billion by the end of 2024

PPG Named Home Depot Supplier Partner of the Year

The award was announced at The Home Depot’s annual Supplier Partnership Meeting in Atlanta.

October 29, 2018

PPG recently announced that it received The Home Depot ® Supplier Partner of the Year award in the paint category.

The Assembly Show Returns to Chicago

The Assembly Show will once again offer three days of educational sessions, exhibits, a dynamic keynote speaker, and plenty of networking.

October 9, 2018

Assembly industry enthusiasts will connect from October 23-25 at The Assembly Show, taking place at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Ill.