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CHT Group Acquires ICM Silicones Group

ICM Silicones Group consists of five separate operating subsidiaries.

September 5, 2017

CHT Group recently announced the acquisition of ICM Silicones Group; headquartered in Cassopolis, Mich.

Aerospace Adhesives and Sealants Market to Be Worth $954.7 Million by 2022

The market is reportedly driven by the rising demand for aerospace adhesives and sealants from OEMs and MROs in the commercial, military, and general aviation sectors.

September 5, 2017

The aerospace adhesives and sealants market is projected to grow from $732 million in 2017 to $954.7 million by 2022.

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals Houston Facilities Undamaged by Hurricane

Its Pasadena plant was shut down on August 26 and production will be temporarily halted.

September 1, 2017

Sekisui Specialty Chemicals recently announced that both of its Houston area facilities are undamaged as of August 30 and that all of its employees are safe.

Kraton Announces Hurricane Harvey Relief Efforts

Employee donations to qualified Hurricane Harvey relief charities will also be matched, up to $25,000.

September 1, 2017

Kraton Corp. recently announces a donation of $25,000 to the American Red Cross in response to communities impacted by Hurricane Harvey.

Explosions and Smoke Reported at Arkema Inc. Crosby Plant

Product is stored in multiple locations on the site, and a threat of additional explosion remains.

August 31, 2017

At approximately 2 a.m. CDT today, the company was notified of two explosions and black smoke coming from its Crosby, Texas, plant.

Wacker Marks 40 Years in Brazil

Wacker Química do Brasil Ltda. was established in São Paulo in 1977.

August 31, 2017

Wacker Chemie AG is celebrating the 40th anniversary of its Brazil-based South American headquarters.

Nordson Sealant Equipment Relocates

The relocation reportedly highlights a significant investment the company is making in manufacturing operations and capabilities.

August 30, 2017

Nordson Corp. recently announced the relocation of its Nordson Sealant Equipment line of business from Plymouth, Mich., to a larger, state-of-the-art facility in Wixom, Mich.

EVA Hot-Melt Adhesives Market to Exceed $10 Billion

The hot melt adhesives market size is expected to witness gains at above 5%.

August 30, 2017

Ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) hot-melt adhesives market size is set to exceed $10 billion by 2024.

Polyurethane Innovation Award Winners Announced

This award will be presented during the Polyurethanes Technical Conference, which takes place Oct. 2-4 in New Orleans.

August 29, 2017

The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) recently announced BASF, The Chemours Co., and Covestro as the three finalists for the Polyurethane Innovation Award.