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H.B. Fuller and Covestro Join Forces to Make Adhesives More Sustainable

H.B. Fuller is using a bio-attributed raw material created via a mass balance approach that will replace a proportion of fossil-based raw materials.

July 28, 2021

H.B. Fuller recently announced a strategic partnership with Covestro to deliver an adhesive with a reduced climate impact for the woodworking, composites, textiles, and automotive industries.

North American Printed Circuit Board Industry Sales Show Strong Growth in June

Total North American PCB shipments in June 2021 were up 6.3% compared to the same month last year.

July 28, 2021

IPC recently announced the June 2021 findings from its North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program.

Henkel Enters Strategic Partnership with Adobe

The partnership is part of Henkel’s focus on strengthening its competitive edge through digitalization across all business activities.

July 27, 2021

Henkel and Adobe have entered a strategic partnership to jointly accelerate digital innovations, develop a data-driven platform for digital business and e-commerce, and create new digital business opportunities for Henkel.

PSTC Seeks Abstracts for Tape Week 2022

The deadline for abstract submissions is September 1, 2021.

July 27, 2021

The Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (PSTC) recently announced the official opening of abstract submissions for its inaugural Tape Week event, slated for May 2-5, 2022, in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.

Mejia Appointed Mule-Hide West Regional Director

Mejia comes to Mule-Hide Products from parent company ABC Supply Co. Inc.

July 26, 2021

Mule-Hide Products Co. Inc. has named Martin Mejia regional director for the West, including Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.

ACC’s Baca to Deliver Polyurethanes Technical Conference Keynote

The keynote will cover the integral role plastics play in achieving a lower-carbon future.

July 26, 2021

The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) recently announced that Joshua Baca, vice president of the American Chemistry Council's (ACC) Plastics Division, will deliver the keynote at the 63^rd Polyurethanes Technical Conference.

Sika Expands Roofing and Waterproofing Offerings with Hydrotech Acquisition

With this acquisition, Sika reports that it will become the number-one supplier of green roofs in North America.

July 23, 2021

Sika recently announced that it has acquired American Hydrotech Inc. in the U.S. and its affiliate Hydrotech Membrane Corp. in Canada.

Gargano Named President, Asia Pacific for Graco

Anthony “Tony” Gargano has more than 15 years of service with Graco and 10 years of outside industry experience.

July 23, 2021

Graco Inc. recently announced that Anthony “Tony” Gargano has been appointed president, Asia Pacific, effective July 21, 2021.

SOCMA Asks EPA to Uphold Revisions Made in 2019 Risk Management Plan Final Rule

The RMP rule is designed to prevent accidental releases at facilities manufacturing specific chemicals.

July 22, 2021

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) has called on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to uphold revisions made in 2019 to the Risk Management Plan (RMP) Rulemaking, which has the support of specialty and batch chemical manufacturers.