additives

Huber Nears Completion on Capacity Expansion for Fire Retardant Additives

According to Huber, the investment increases fine precipitated hydrate production capacity at Martinswerk for certain grades by about 20%.

October 11, 2019

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The Fire Retardant Additives (FRA) business unit of the Huber Engineered Materials (HEM) division of J.M. Huber Corp. recently announced that its fine precipitated hydrate (FPH) phase-two capacity expansion project at the Martinswerk Plant is scheduled to be completed by the end of this year.

Wacker pyrogenic silica Tennessee expansion

Wacker Launches Production of Pyrogenic Silica in the U.S.

The facility’s annual production capacity of 13,000 metric tons will be used both for sales purposes and for Wacker’s own silicone production.

October 10, 2019

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Wacker Group recently announced that it has officially brought a plant for manufacturing pyrogenic silica on stream at its site in Charleston, Tenn.

Advancing Adhesives

Advances Toward Non-Yellowing Optically Clear Silane-Modified Polymer-Based Adhesive Formulations

Using hydrophobic surface-treated fumed silica in combination with a novel non-yellowing amino-functional silane adhesion promoter leads to an optically clear silane-modified polymer-based adhesive system with superior color stability.

October 1, 2019

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The hybrid adhesive and sealant market is projected to grow from $4.6 billion in 2016 to over $7.5 billion by 2022, at a CAGR of 8.6%.1 Silane-modified polymers (SMPs) are the resins of choice for this market, as they provide excellent adhesion and elasticity.

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Kraton’s Bio-Based Offerings at China Adhesive 2019 Draw Most Reader Interest

Readers last week showed the most interest in news from Kraton regarding its product offerings at the China Adhesive event.

Susan Sutton

September 30, 2019

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TOR Minerals Expands Territory with Palmer Holland

This expansion reportedly builds on Palmer Holland’s current territory of both the Midwest and Northeastern U.S.

September 24, 2019

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TOR Minerals International, Inc. has expanded Palmer Holland’s sales and marketing footprint down the entire Eastern Seaboard.

Brenntag Specialties Expands Distribution Agreement with BASF

The Baxxodur amine product line, including polyetheramine (PEA) and isophroediamine (IDPA), is composed of curing agents and chain extenders.

September 19, 2019

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Effective October 15, 2019, Brenntag Specialties, Inc., part of the Brenntag Group, will become the exclusive distributor for BASF’s amine curing agents in the Western and Southwestern U.S.

Kraton to Showcase Innovations at China Adhesive 2019

CHINA ADHESIVE 2019 is being held September 18-20 in Shanghai, China.

September 16, 2019

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Kraton Corp. recently announced that it will exhibit key innovations from a broad portfolio of bio-based tackifiers, polymers, and tread-enhancement additives at CHINA ADHESIVE 2019.

Coatex Realigns Distribution of Additives in North America

Primary distribution of Coatex rheological additives in North America is now divided among three companies.

September 13, 2019

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Effective September 1, Coatex has changed the distributors of its rheological additives for the paints, coatings, adhesives, and sealants markets in North America.

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Readers Most Interested in Huntsman Divestitures

Last week, Huntsman’s plan to sell certain businesses drew the most reader interest.

Susan Sutton

August 26, 2019

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Michelman to Feature Range of Sustainable Surface Modifiers for Exterior Wood and Architectural Coatings at Coatings Trends & Technologies

Michelman reports that its low-VOC architectural coatings enhance scuff, scrub, scratch, burnish, and abrasion resistance.

August 26, 2019

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Michelman, a bronze sponsor and exhibitor at Coating Trends & Technologies (CTT) 2019, recently announced that it will feature its line of sustainable waterborne surface modifiers for improving the performance of exterior wood coatings and architectural paint coatings.