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Net Sales Down 14.9% for Avery Dennison in 2020 Second Quarter

Avery Dennison reports that it is prepared for a range of possible macro scenarios and how they might impact each of its businesses.
July 30, 2020

Avery Dennison Corp. recently announced preliminary, unaudited results for its second quarter ended June 27, 2020, and provided an update related to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the company.


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Ashland to Sell Maleic Anhydride Business to AOC Materials for $100 Million

The transaction is expected to close prior to the end of 2020, contingent on customary regulatory approvals and standard closing conditions.
July 30, 2020
Ashland Global Holdings Inc. recently announced a definitive agreement to sell its maleic anhydride business and manufacturing facility in Neal, W.Va., to AOC Materials LLC for $100 million.
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Net Sales Down 3.2% for Sika in 2020 First Half

In June, Sika recorded positive organic sales growth for the first time since February, as lockdown measures ended or were significantly relaxed in many countries.
July 29, 2020

Despite the substantial impact of the coronavirus pandemic, Sika recently announced that it was able to continue its growth trajectory in the 2020 first half.


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Evonik Begins Production at New Geesthacht Silicone Facility

According to Evonik, the extra production capacities will provide its customers with a faster and more reliable supply of products, as well as a wider choice of products.
July 28, 2020

Evonik recently announced that its new multi-purpose silicones manufacturing facility in Geesthacht, Germany, is now fully operational after completing final commissioning tests and gaining the necessary authority approvals.


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medical adhesives and sealants

Scapa Healthcare Shares Highlights from 2020 Fiscal Year

Scapa Healthcare reports that it will continue to adapt to support the unprecedented high demand for medical products during the pandemic.
July 27, 2020
Scapa Healthcare recently announced that it closed its 2020 fiscal year successfully, despite unprecedented global challenges.
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Acucote Publishes Sustainability Commitment Statement

The commitment statement details how sustainability has been incorporated throughout Acucote's organization and describes the company’s participation in industry organizations.
July 27, 2020
Acucote recently announced that it has developed and published “Protecting our Planet: Acucote’s Commitment to Sustainability.”
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Weiner Joins FLEXcon North America as Chief Operations Officer

Kara Weiner will reportedly bring a wealth of knowledge in the areas of manufacturing, engineering, quality, plant management, supply chain, logistics, warehousing, and operations analysis to her new role.
July 24, 2020
FLEXcon Co., Inc. recently announced that Kara Weiner has been appointed chief operations officer of FLEXcon North America.
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AIHA and ASSP Collaborate to Improve Worker Safety and Health

ASSP and AIHA have worked together to improve work environments and advance the profession for more than 20 years.
July 24, 2020
The American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) and American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) have signed a three-year memorandum of understanding that outlines how the organizations will continue to collaborate on advancing workplace safety and health, as well as strengthening the occupational safety and health profession.
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PSTC Opens Tape Week Call for Abstracts

Potential topics for consideration include tape’s advantages and areas for growth in comparison to other bonding methods, how to communicate tape’s benefits and overcome potential barriers for increased use by building and construction and automotive professionals, and upcoming innovations and future marketplace trends.
July 23, 2020

The Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (PSTC) recently announced the official opening of abstract submissions for its inaugural Tape Week event, slated for May 3-6, 2021, in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.


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