bio-based materials

2020 Raw Materials and Chemicals Roundtable

In response to continued uncertainties, raw materials and chemicals suppliers are undertaking a number of strategic initiatives.

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.

Construction and Automotive Industries to Drive Strong Global Isocyanates Demand

The global isocyanates market is witnessing consistent demand in the construction industry due to its reactive chemical properties and its usage in the production of adhesives, foams, and elastomers.

January 2, 2020

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The global isocyanate market is projected to record an expansion rate of around 6% from 2019-2027.

Top 10 Adhesives & Sealants Industry New Product Stories of 2019

Bio-based and other hot-melt adhesives are topping the list of top new product stories this year.

December 22, 2019

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Listed here are the year’s 10 most-viewed new product stories on the Adhesives & Sealants Industry website.

Sun Chemical Releases 2018 Sustainability Report

According to Sun Chemical, the 2018 report shows that it achieved its recent energy and water usage goals.

December 11, 2019

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Sun Chemical recently released its 2018 Corporate Sustainability Report, which focuses on how the company’s commitment to sustainability has led to new products and services that help customers improve their eco-efficiency goals.

Henkel Adhesive Technologies 2019 Supplier Awards

Henkel Recognizes Eastman, BYK, and Evonik in Annual Supplier Awards

According to Henkel Adhesive Technologies, it honors the close and successful collaboration across the value chains with these awards.

November 14, 2019

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Henkel Adhesive Technologies recently announced that it has rewarded the performance of its strategic partners with its annual Supplier Awards.

Diamide-Based Organic Thixotrope: An Alternative to Fumed Silica in Adhesives and Sealants

A recently developed organic thixotrope based on diamide chemistry offers multiple opportunities for silyl-terminated polyurethane formulations.

Vimal Saini Carlos Feito Jörg Bungarten Elke Piron

November 14, 2019

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Silyl-terminated polyurethanes (SPUR) are the basis for numerous adhesives and sealants used worldwide.

Engineered Polysaccharides as Performance-Enhancing Additives in Wood Adhesive Applications

An engineered polysaccharide additive, alpha 1,3-glucan, offers formulation options for wood adhesive systems to advance performance and sustainability.

Joseph J. Marcinko Christian Lenges Kyle Kim

November 11, 2019

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Construction markets continue to grow, along with the demand for the required material categories such as wood adhesives.

Sartomer to Introduce Innovations for UV/LED/EB-Curable Systems and Advanced Materials at CHINACOAT 2019

Personnel from Sartomer Asia will be available to share information regarding bio-sourced acrylates and advanced materials for 3D printing, specialty coatings, electronics, and inks applications.

November 7, 2019

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Sartomer, a business line of Arkema, will feature its developments for energy-curing systems at CHINACOAT 2019.

Top 5 News that Sticks

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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How does your company address demand for bio-based materials? I’d love to hear about it! Please contact me at suttons@bnpmedia.com or (248) 786-1704.

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.