The July issue includes our annual Distributor Directory, as well as content on formulating adhesives and sealants, pressure-sensitive adhesives, and more.
Adhesive and sealant manufacturers’ regulatory departments must be more vigilant than ever in keeping up with evolving standards.
July 1, 2018
Managing regulatory compliance is a constant challenge for those in the chemical industry. The stakes are even higher today as companies must balance adherence to strict—often exhaustive, always changing—policies and procedures with the desire to embrace digital transformation and accelerate business to keep up with growing global competition.
A changing market has called for Maroon Group to forge deeper relationships and expanded product and service offerings.
July 1, 2018
Based in Avon, Ohio, Maroon Group LLC is a distributor of specialty chemicals, additives and ingredients across North America. The company comprises several regional operating companies focused on specific markets and geographies, with each company sharing a common infrastructure of industry-leading technology, value-add services, global sourcing and logistics network.
Lightweighting and replacing mechanical fasteners are key trends driving growth for PSAs in transportation.
July 2, 2018
The pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) market is expected to surpass $11 billion by 2024, according to a research report by Global Market Insights Inc. The growth is due to increasing usage in the automotive and transportation industry, as PSAs are finding use as alternatives to bolts, clips, and rivets, thus improving the speed and ease of assembly.
Have you ever wondered how tape works? When a pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tape is bonded to a surface, many factors are involved; understanding these dynamics will help ensure that tapes are bonded correctly and perform as expected.