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Arkema Inc.

Company Profile

Arkema
Arkema Inc.
900 First Ave.
King of Prussia, PA 19406
United States
Phone: (610) 205-7000
(800) 225-7788
Fax: (610) 205-7913
https://www.arkema-americas.com
https://www.arkemacoatingresins.com
Arkema is a global manufacturer of adhesives and sealants products, including binders, rheology modifiers, and additives for use in pressure-sensitive adhesives, construction products, and structural adhesives. Our websites offer extensive searchable product finder libraries.

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Arkema Obtains Certification for Bio-Based Materials

May 3, 2022
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Arkema’s corporate headquarters in Colombes, France, and its Marseille and Serquigny plants in France are now SuCCESS™ (Sustainable Castor Caring for Environmental and Social Standards) certified by independent certification bodies empaneled by the Sustainable Castor Association. 


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Core-Shell Masterbatches in Acrylate Monomer

New liquid tougheners offer multiple benefits for structural adhesives and thermoset systems.
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February 21, 2022
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A new solution has been developed in the form of pre-dispersed masterbatches of core-shell particles in (meth)acrylate monomers. These new liquid toughener dispersions are stable and have been proven to increase the toughness of acrylic materials. The utility of these tougheners has been demonstrated in light-curable thermoset formulations and in 2K acrylic structural adhesives.


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Arkema to Boost PVDF Capacity in China

Arkema reports that it is accelerating its development in China in order to meet demand from customers in the lithium-ion battery business and support growth in the water filtration, specialty coatings, and semiconductor sectors.
February 7, 2022
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Arkema’s previously announced 35% fluoropolymer capacity increase at its Changshu site in China has been revised upward to a capacity increase of 50%.
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Arkema to Increase Production of Bio-Circular Elastomers

An investment at the company’s Serquigny site in France will increase production of the bio-circular Pebax Rnew and traditional Pebax ranges.
January 24, 2022
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Arkema will increase its global manufacturing capacity for Pebax elastomers by approximately 25% through an investment at its Serquigny plant in France.


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Arkema to Acquire South Africa-Based Permoseal

The acquisition is in line with Arkema’s strategy to grow its Adhesive Solutions segment.
December 21, 2021
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Arkema recently announced its proposed acquisition of South Africa-based Permoseal, a manufacturer of adhesive solutions for woodworking, packaging, construction, and DIY.


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Arkema Sales Jump Almost 30% in 2021 Third Quarter

Sales in the Adhesive Solutions segment were up 10.1% in the third quarter of 2021 compared to the third quarter of 2020.
November 16, 2021
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Supported by accelerating demand for high-performance materials in an environment marked by strong inflation of raw materials and supply chain disruptions, Arkema recently reported group sales of €2.4 billion (approximately $2.8 billion) in the third quarter.
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Sartomer Specialty Resins Earn USDA Certified Biobased Label

The label assures that the percentage of renewable bio-based content is third-party certified and monitored by the USDA.
October 21, 2021
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Sartomer, part of the Coating Solutions segment of Arkema, announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has approved five SARBIO® specialty acrylate and methacrylate resins based on renewable raw materials to carry the agency's Certified Biobased Product label.
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Arkema Acquires Stake in Battery Producer Verkor

Arkema contributed several million euros to Verkor’s recent €100 million (approximately $118.7 million) round of fundraising.
July 14, 2021
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Arkema recently announced that it has become a shareholder and technological partner of Verkor, a French startup specializing in the production of high-performance batteries.
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Industry Roundtable: Key Players in the Adhesive and Sealant Industry Share their Insights

How is the industry dealing with supply chain volatility? What end-use markets are offering the most opportunities? Adhesives and sealants leaders share their thoughts on these issues and more.
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Susan Sutton
June 24, 2021
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I recently reached out to key industry players—ranging from raw materials suppliers to manufacturers of finished adhesives and sealants—to get their takes on factors ranging from supply chain volatility and sustainability initiatives to research and development efforts.


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Arkema Organizes Digital Coating Days

Partners and customers are invited to participate in Arkema Digital Coating Days.
June 4, 2021
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On June 8, 2021, Arkema will hold a digital event to present its range of coating materials and dedicated strategy, followed by a series of technical webinars on June 9 and 10.
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Bostik to Acquire Edge Adhesives Texas

The acquisition is in line with Bostik's growth strategy and expands its presence in North America.
May 19, 2021
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Arkema recently announced that Bostik will expand its offerings in high-performance adhesives in the U.S. with the planned acquisition of Edge Adhesives Texas.
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Arkema Finalizes PMMA Business Divestment

The divested business joins Trinseo, a company specializing in the production of plastics, synthetic rubber, and latex binders.
May 11, 2021
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Arkema recently announced that the divestment of its polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) business to Trinseo has been finalized.
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Arkema Launches Start-up Connect Program for Research Collaboration

The Start-up Connect initiative will combine the dynamism of small, agile, and innovative organizations with Arkema’s expertise in specialty materials to develop the innovations of tomorrow.
February 16, 2021
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Start-up Connect, a new Arkema program, invites start-ups specializing in advanced materials from around the world to join forces with Arkema to establish a research collaboration and benefit from the group's support and technological experience.
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Bostik Strengthens Instant Engineering Adhesives Business with Investment in Crackless Monomer Co.

CMC, which will be 51% owned by Bostik for an investment of around $11 million, will produce specialty cyanoacrylate monomers on an industrial scale at a competitive cost.
January 21, 2021
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Arkema recently announced an investment in Crackless Monomer Co. (CMC), a joint venture between Bostik and Taiwanese company Cartell Chemical Co., to accelerate the development and production of high-value-added engineering adhesives.
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Arkema to Divest PMMA Business to Trinseo

Arkema’s PMMA activity is an integrated business, from the production of methyl methacrylate to polymethyl methacrylate.
December 16, 2020
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Arkema recently announced the proposed divestment of its polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) business to Trinseo for an enterprise value of €1.1 billion (approximately $1.3 billion).
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Arkema Sees Sales Decline 9% in 2020 Third Quarter

Arkema reports that it experienced a rebound in some markets, such as construction, but industrial markets remain down overall.
November 10, 2020
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Arkema recently announced its results for the third quarter of 2020, reporting sales of €1.9 billion (approximately $2.3 billion).
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2020 ASI Top 20: Leading Global Manufacturers of Adhesives and Sealants

We targeted sales figures (and other details) for finished adhesives and sealants, as well as related products, to develop the ASI Top 20 ranking of leading adhesive and sealant manufacturers.
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Susan Sutton
August 12, 2020
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Our annual ASI Top 20 details the leading worldwide manufacturers of adhesives and sealants. We targeted sales figures (and other details) for finished adhesives and sealants, as well as related products such as tapes, to develop the ranking.


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2020 Raw Materials and Chemicals Roundtable

In response to continued uncertainties, raw materials and chemicals suppliers are undertaking a number of strategic initiatives.
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Susan Sutton
February 3, 2020
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Tariffs, trade deals, and acquisitions—oh, my! In response to continued uncertainties resulting from ongoing political tensions and changing market dynamics, raw materials and chemicals suppliers are undertaking a number of strategic initiatives.


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