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Arkema and Hexcel to Partner on Aerospace Composites

As part of this partnership, a joint research and development laboratory will be established.

March 28, 2018

Hexcel and Arkema have signed a strategic alliance to develop thermoplastic composite solutions for the aerospace sector.

Global Adhesive Tape Summit Announced

The event has a working program built around 26 lectures by industry experts.

March 28, 2018

Afera, the European Adhesive Tape Association, recently announced its launch of the 1st Global Adhesive Tape Summit.

Mallard Creek Polymers Acquires Ecronova Polymer Intellectual Property

Long-term, the company plans to reestablish the broad product line for customers across Europe, add its North American products to the European portfolio, and introduce Ecronova grades for customers in North America.

March 27, 2018

Mallard Creek Polymers Inc. recently announced it has reached agreement with Michelman Corp. to acquire the intellectual property of the Michelman subsidiary Ecronova Polymer GmbH.

IPC Urges Trump to Take Measured Approach in Tariffs on Electronics from China

The tariffs will reportedly increase the cost of technology products for U.S. consumers and businesses without an appreciable impact on the balance of trade between the two countries.

March 26, 2018

IPC recently expressed concern following President Trump’s announcement that he will impose significantly higher tariffs on electronics imported from China.

Ashland Receives Rebranding Award

Ashland received its awards of distinction.

March 26, 2018

Ashland receives the global specialty chemicals company recognition in the 2018 REBRAND 100® Global Awards.

Orion Engineered Carbons to Expand Capacity

The new line is expected to begin production in the fourth quarter 2019.

March 23, 2018

Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. recently announced that it will expand production capacity at its facility in Ravenna, Italy.

U.S. Chemical Production Drops Slightly in February

During February, chemical output reportedly moved lower in all regions, except the Northeast which saw a small gain and the Mid-Atlantic and West Coast regions that experienced flat growth.

March 23, 2018

The U.S. Chemical Production Regional Index (U.S. CPRI) eased by 0.1% in February, following a 0.3% decline in January, and a 2.3% gain in December, as measured on a three-month moving average (3MMA) basis.

Hooper Elected Tri-Tex CEO

Hooper has more than 30 years of specialty chemical industry experience.

March 22, 2018

Tri-Tex recently announced that Richard Hooper has been appointed chief executive officer.

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in-adhesives Symposium a Success

Topics discussed included automotive, lightweight, medical science/health and natural resources.

March 21, 2018

Over 100 delegates from 21 countries participated in the symposium on adhesives and industrial adhesives technology.

Chemence Buys Supreme Recourses

Over the next 12 months, the company intends to integrate this newly acquired electronics adhesive portfolio into its own Krylex® product line.

March 21, 2018

Chemence Inc. recently announced its purchase of the electronics adhesive business and technology of Georgia-based manufacturer Supreme Recourses, Inc.