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Asia Pacific Dominates Global Epoxy Resins Market

The global epoxy resin market was valued at approximately $8 billion in 2016.

January 10, 2017

The electrical and electronics application contributed 24.7% of the total market in 2016.

Pilot Chemical Expands Leadership Team

Pilot Chemical Co. recently announced an expansion of its leadership team.

January 9, 2017

The expansion also means new roles for several team members.

Elmer’s Glue Saves a Penguin Chick’s Life

Elmer’s recently announced its adoption of Elmer, a Humboldt penguin chick at the Rosamond Gifford Zoo.

January 9, 2017

What could have been a life-threatening situation was saved when zookeepers mended the eggshell using Elmer’s Glue.

RPM's DAP Acquires Foam Division of Clayton Corp.

The division will be part of RPM’s DAP Products Inc.

January 6, 2017

RPM International Inc. recently announced that it has acquired the foam division of Clayton Corp.

Asia-Pacific Leads Global Wood Adhesives Market Growth

The global wood adhesives market is projected to reach $5.24 billion by 2026.

January 6, 2017

Growth in this market is mainly attributed to the expansion of the construction industry, increasing urban population, recovery of the global economy, and growth in the furniture industry.

EPA Amends Risk Management Program for Chemical Facilities

The EPA recently finalized a rule amending its Risk Management Program regulations.

January 5, 2017

This rule will help prevent chemical accidents and their effects.

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BRB International Marks 35th Anniversary

BRB International reportedly celebrated its 35th anniversary last month.

January 4, 2017

BRB employees from the headquarters office gave four trees as the anniversary gift to the BRB board of directors.

Global Tissue Glue and Bio-Adhesive Sealants Market to Reach $2.3 Billion by 2024

Global revenues of tissue glue and bio-adhesive sealants will reach $2.3 billion by the end of 2024.

January 4, 2017

In 2015, the global sales of tissue glue and bio-adhesive sealants were recorded to exceed $1.1 billion.

Vesuvius Acquires British Flux Manufacturer

Vesuvius plc recently announced the completion of an acquisition of a Brazil-based mold and tundish fluxes company.

January 3, 2017

The acquisition represents a step in broadening its steel flow control offerings.

Evonik Completes Air Products Performance Materials Division Acquisition

Evonik Industries AG recently announced it has completed the activities to acquire the specialty additives business (Performance Materials Division) of Air Products Inc. for $3.8 billion by the end of the year as planned.

January 3, 2017

“The successful completion of the acquisition paves the way for swiftly merging the activities of Evonik and the acquired units of the Air Products Performance Materials business,” said Klaus Engel, chairman of the executive board of Evonik Industries AG.