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Home » Authors » Karen Parker
Karen Parker

Karen Parker

Karen has worked as a contract employee for BNP Media since 2007. She joined the company as editor-in-chief of Adhesives & Sealants Industry in July 2022

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ASI's Best Articles of 2023

In 2023, readers of ASI found the latest technology in adhesives and sealants, breaking news stories, new product releases, and informative podcasts.
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Karen Parker
December 14, 2023

Readers continue to look to ASI for the latest information about the adhesives and sealants industry. This article outlines the most popular news, feature articles, product reviews, and podcasts of the year.


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Lignin-Based Binder Reduces Carbon Emissions in Plywood Manufacturing

Lignin-Based Binder Reduces Carbon Emissions in Plywood Manufacturing

As suppliers to the building and construction industry strive to provide sustainable products, a plywood manufacturer uses lignin-based binder to reduce carbon emissions of its product.
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Karen Parker
November 22, 2023

A plywood manufacturer is working to meet its customers’ demands for bio-based and more sustainable products by using lignin-based binders.


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Supplier of Latex Binder Solutions Tackles Issues Surrounding Sustainability

Supplier of Latex Binder Solutions Tackles Issues Surrounding Sustainability

Arthas Yang of Trinseo explains how his company is minimizing the environmental impact of its products to meet growing demands from consumers.
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Karen Parker
November 20, 2023

Trinseo provides latex binder solutions to adhesive manufacturers, focusing on both sustainable and high-performance solutions.


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From the Editor

Change Is Coming. Are You Ready?

As companies work to meet sustainability goals, cooperation, transparency, creative thinking all require a shift in how companies do business.
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Karen Parker
October 31, 2023

Many companies within the chemical space have pledged to reduce their Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions; now, they are looking to tackle the more daunting Scope 3 emissions.


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Assemble, Automate, and Accelerate at the 2023 ASSEMBLY Show

The ASSEMBLY Show promises engineers and manufacturing executives an in-depth look at the latest innovation in assembly technology.
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Karen Parker
October 13, 2023

The 11th annual ASSEMBLY Show will take place from October 24-26, 2023 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois.


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Industry Leaders to Discuss a Sustainable Future at ASC Executive Leadership Conference

With the theme, “Building a Sustainable Future,” the conference will focus on key issues facing manufacturers and their suppliers and facilitate informal discussion and networking.
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Karen Parker
October 10, 2023

Executives in the adhesives and sealants industry will gather at the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, October 23-25 for the Adhesive and Sealant Council’s Executive Leadership Conference.


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Choosing the Right Filling System

Adhesive and sealant manufacturers have a variety of options when selecting a filling system for their products.
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Karen Parker
September 12, 2023

There are a number of factors to be considered when choosing the best filling system for your adhesive or sealant, among them are desired return on investment and the need for expansion and automation.


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2023 Distributor Roundtable

Leaders in the distribution of raw materials and chemicals provide updates on the state of the industry and what they expect for the adhesives and sealants industry going forward.
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Karen Parker
September 12, 2023

Representatives from Palmer Holland, Univar Solutions, and the National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD) answer questions in this year’s distributor roundtable discussion.


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Snorkeling with Dragons and Adhesives Helping Reef Restoration

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Karen Parker
August 23, 2023

Inspired by nature, a newly developed adhesive to help restore reefs is biocompatible and biodegradable, attributes essential for use in this extremely delicate environment.


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ASC Sustainability Summit Offers Industry Solutions

The second-annual ASC Sustainability Summit is scheduled for September 18-20 at the Omni Louisville Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky.
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Karen Parker
August 11, 2023

The ASC Sustainability Summit promises to provide attendees with information they need to address key issues surrounding sustainability.  


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