Coronavirus Coverage

Latest 3M Restructuring to Impact 2,900 Positions Worldwide

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500

As the global economy shifts in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, 3M recently announced that it is advancing its operating model, streamlining its business, and focusing on global trends where the company will apply science to life in new ways to drive sustainable growth.

3M and Safran Announce Partnership to Design Cleaner Aircraft Interiors

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500

3M and Safran Cabin are bringing together their strengths and technologies in a new partnership.

Sales Flat for Ashland in 2020 Fiscal Fourth Quarter

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500

Ashland Global Holdings Inc. recently announced preliminary financial results for the fourth quarter of its 2020 fiscal year, which ended September 30, 2020.

Arkema Sees Sales Decline 9% in 2020 Third Quarter

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500

Arkema recently announced its results for the third quarter of 2020, reporting sales of €1.9 billion (approximately $2.3 billion).

Remodeling Industry Confidence Surges in 2020 Third Quarter

Fri, 06 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500

The National Association of Home Builders recently released its Remodeling Market Index for the third quarter of 2020.

2020 Raw Materials and Chemicals Overview

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500

As a vital industrial link between a turbulent oil and gas market and changing consumer needs, the chemical industry has been tested by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Health Care Sales Surge for 3M in 2020 Third Quarter

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500

3M recently reported that its sales grew 4.5% in the 2020 third quarter compared to the 2019 quarter, to $8.4 billion.

Acquisitions Help Drive Results for Sika in First Nine Months of 2020

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Sika recently reported that it maintained its growth trajectory over the first nine months of 2020, despite the severe repercussions of the coronavirus pandemic, increasing sales by 2.6% in local currencies to CHF 5.8 billion (approximately $6.4 billion).

Avery Dennison Sees Net Sales Dip 1.8% in 2020 Third Quarter

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Avery Dennison Corp. recently announced preliminary, unaudited results for its third quarter ended September 26, 2020, and provided an update related to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the company.

RPM Reports Record Sales in Fiscal 2021 First Quarter

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

RPM International Inc. recently reported financial results for its fiscal 2021 first quarter, ended August 31, 2020.

Putting Things Together During a Pandemic

suttons@bnpmedia.com (Susan Sutton) — Tue, 20 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Life during COVID-19 has brought about issues that many of us never envisioned back in early March. On top of innumerable personal challenges, many of our businesses have seen true upheavals. Operating with uncertainty is always difficult, but today’s environment of constant change, ambiguity, and even conflict can lead to especially problematic decision making.

European Coatings Show Postponed to September 2021

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Vincentz Network recently announced that the European Coatings Show has been postponed.

Sika Shares Details Regarding COVID-19 Impact and Strategic Targets

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

At the recent Sika Capital Markets Day 2020 held in Zurich, CEO Paul Schuler confirmed the group’s strategic targets.

Pilot Chemical Adds EPA Emerging Viral Pathogen Claim to Eight Products

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Pilot Chemical Corp. recently announced that, through its Mason Chemical Co. subsidiary, it has received U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) acceptance to add an emerging viral pathogen claim to the labels of eight products.

COVID-19: The Black Swan

ahinz@gracematthews.com (Andy Hinz) — Wed, 07 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

As we headed in to 2020, merger and acquisition (M&A) activity in chemicals and materials was humming along at near-historical levels. High valuations did not seem to deter buyers, with private equity (PE) firms clamoring to place capital and strategic buyers motivated for acquisitions to bolster their growth and help justify their high stock prices.

Dow Outlines Details of Restructuring Program

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Dow Inc. recently outlined a series of actions it will take in an effort to achieve structural cost improvement targets as the global economy recovers from the coronavirus pandemic.

National Small Business Week Kicks Off September 22

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400

The virtual National Small Business Week, rescheduled from May due to the coronavirus pandemic, will be held September 22-24.

IPC APEX EXPO 2021 Rescheduled for March

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400

IPC recently announced that it has made the decision to move IPC APEX EXPO 2021 to March due to ongoing concerns with COVID-19.

Employee Effort at IMCD Results in 80,000 Meals for Feeding America

Wed, 16 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400

In acknowledgement of National Day of Service and Remembrance, IMCD US recently announced its support for communities across the U.S. through the donation of 80,000 meals to Feeding America.

Five Key Trends Shaping the Future of Tech Innovation Across All Industries

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400

The pandemic has drastically changed the landscape for businesses across all industries, forcing immediate changes that will often have long-term consequences.

Kraton Seeking Regulatory Approvals for Block Copolymer Use as Disinfectant

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Kraton Corp. recently announced that it is seeking regulatory approval for BIAXAM, a sulfonated polymer technology with long-lasting self-disinfecting properties that has been demonstrated in studies to quickly inactivate up to 99.99% of SARS-CoV-2 (virus that causes COVID-19) and other microbes.

Dow Named One of PEOPLE’S 50 Companies that Care

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Dow recently announced that it has been named one of the 2020 PEOPLE’s 50 Companies that Care by Great Place to Work and PEOPLE.

Revenues from Smart Coatings and Surfaces for Combatting Bacteria and Viruses Projected to Top $1 Billion by 2025

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400

The market for smart antibacterial and antiviral products will reach $1.3 billion by 2025, according to a recent report.

AIHA Releases Recommendations on Reducing Risk of COVID-19 with Enhanced Engineering and Work Practice Controls

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400

As businesses, schools, retailers, and manufacturers manage reopening due to the pandemic, AIHA announced that it continues to expand its library of Back to Work Safely guidelines, white papers, and resources aimed at 26 different business and community sectors.

SOCMA Acquires Specialty & Custom Chemicals Show

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) recently announced it is returning to trade show ownership with the acquisition of the Specialty & Custom Chemicals Show.

Housing Production Increases Almost 23% in July

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Single- and multi-family housing starts each posted solid gains in July, with total housing production up 22.6% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.5 million units.

AIHA Issues Guidance to Help Construction Community Deal with Challenges of COVID-19

Mon, 31 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0400

AIHA recently announced that it has issued a new guidance document, “Focus on Construction Health: COVID-19,” to help the construction community deal with the challenges of responding to COVID-19 by providing a practical plan for protecting workers.

SBA Still Accepting Applications for Economic Injury Disaster Loans

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Small businesses, private non-profits, and agricultural businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic can still apply for an Economic Injury Disaster Loan.

Builder Confidence Matches All-Time High on Record Traffic

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes increased six points to 78 in August, according to the latest National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI).