Articles by Karen Parker

We are benefiting from generations of investment in science, but will the next generation inherit the same opportunities? A look at research, scientific talent, and the importance of investing beyond our own horizon.

As manufacturers in industrial assembly operations work to meet quality and throughput goals, demand for automated adhesive dispensing, inspection, and filling equipment continues to grow.

Growing demand for repairable and recyclable electronics is driving interest in debonding-on-demand adhesive tape technologies.

AI may transform how technical work gets done, but technology is only part of the equation. Companies still need to determine where AI can provide practical value.

Here are four of the latest adhesive technologies developed for packaging applications, supporting recyclability, manufacturing efficiency, and a wider range of packaging materials.

Tariffs, geopolitical instability, and transportation challenges are reshaping chemical distribution. Here's how distributors are adapting.

Discover the keynote speakers, technical sessions, EXPO, and networking opportunities planned for WAC 2026 in London.

From mixing and pumping to equipment cleaning and maintenance, selecting the right technologies can improve production performance while reducing downtime.  

Read how adaptation is becoming the defining characteristic of today's chemicals industry — and why staying agile will be critical for future success.

AI, construction, currency shifts, and strategic acquisitions shaped the performance of the world's largest adhesive and sealant manufacturers.