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Shurtape Adds Four Sales Managers to Industrial Packaging Team

Shurtape Technologies’ new territory sales managers include Brad Davis, Brock Byers, Randy Krabbenhoft, and Kelley Wickert.

May 20, 2019

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Shurtape Technologies, LLC recently announced the expansion of its Industrial Packaging-North American team with the addition of four territory sales managers.

UNION TOOL CORP.: Coating and Laminating Equipment

April 8, 2019

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This company now offers equipment for coating and laminating a variety of flooring products.

Nonwoven Adhesives Market to Jump 8%

The nonwoven adhesives market is projected to register a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.71%.

April 5, 2019

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The Asia-Pacific market reportedly exhibits strong growth potential between 2018 and 2023.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Hot-Melt Adhesives Market Predictions Make Top News

Predictions about the hot-melt adhesives market received the most interest last week.

Teresa McPherson

March 25, 2019

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This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week on our website, as well as our eNewsletter and social media platforms.

Packaging Demand Leading Hot-Melt Adhesives Market Growth

The global hot-melt adhesives market is anticipated to rise at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7%.

March 11, 2019

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From a geographical standpoint, the hot-melt adhesives market in Asia Pacific is projected to rise at a CAGR of 9.2%.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Global Polyurethane Hot-Melt Adhesive Market Leads the News

Predictions about the global polyurethane hot-melt adhesive received the most clicks last week.

Teresa McPherson

February 18, 2019

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This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week on our website, as well as our eNewsletter and social media platforms.

Evaluating Adhesive Options in Packaging Applications

Testing which hot-melt adhesive to use for a particular packaging application can be a cost-effective solution.

August 10, 2018

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The global market for rigid packaging adhesives is expected to reach $18.2 billion by 2021, driven by an overall compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.3% over the next five years, according to a Smithers Apex report.¹

ExxonMobil Singapore Begins Butyl and Resin Production

The new 140,000-tonnes-per-year butyl plant will produce premium halobutyl rubber.

June 27, 2018

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ExxonMobil recently announced it has begun production of hydrogenated hydrocarbon resin and halobutyl rubber at its integrated manufacturing complex in Singapore.

Market Trends

Hot Melts: A Dynamic, Growing Market

June 1, 2018

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Asia-Pacific is the largest geographical region for hot-melt adhesives, was estimated to be worth $2.9 billion in 2015.

Top 5 News that Sticks

AJ Adhesives Acquisition News Receives Most Reader Clicks

News about AJ Adhesives and Mid-America Packaging acquiring Wes Adhesives garnered the most reader interest last week.

Teresa McPherson

April 30, 2018

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This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week on our website, as well as our eNewsletter and social media platforms.