Finished Adhesives and Sealants

Where AI Meets Human Expertise

ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

AI may transform how technical work gets done, but technology is only part of the equation. Companies still need to determine where AI can provide practical value.

The New Adhesive Playbook: Competing through Supply Security and Reformulation

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A decade of disruptions has changed how companies manage sourcing, reformulation, and technology development to reduce risk and protect supply.

Pritt Gives €100,000 to UNICEF

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 20:08:52 -0400

As part of the annual We Craft for Children initiative of its consumer adhesives brand, Pritt, Henkel has donated €100,000 to UNICEF, the United Nations Children's Fund.

AVERY DENNISON: RFID Inlay Materials

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:37:04 -0400

AD Fusion from Avery Dennison is a program designed to help label and packaging converters adopt RFID technology.

EPOXYSET INC.: Adhesives for Endoscope Manufacturing

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:21:33 -0400

Epoxyset introduced two new adhesives formulated for lens bonding and encapsulation on the camera of endoscopes.

ACTEGA Expands Sealant Manufacturing Capabilities in Asia

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:01:28 -0400

ACTEGA is investing in a new production facility for sealants at its Foshan site in Guangdong Province, China.

Scott Bader Names Sandtech Distribution Partner in France

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:37:49 -0400

Scott Bader recently announced a partnership with Sandtech for the distribution of its high-performance resins, gelcoats, and structural adhesives across France.

Innovations in Packaging Adhesives

ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Here are four of the latest adhesive technologies developed for packaging applications, supporting recyclability, manufacturing efficiency, and a wider range of packaging materials.

W. R. MEADOWS INC.: Liquid-Applied Flashing Membrane

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 22:27:19 -0400

HYDROWRAP PUMA FLASHING a rapid-curing, liquid-applied flashing and detailing membrane designed to provide reliable waterproofing protection in critical transition areas while reducing installation time.

FORZA INC.: Sealant

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 22:06:41 -0400

Based on modified silane polymer technology, the moisture-curing sealant flows into riveted joints, fastener lines and irregular roof seams to create a continuous seal.

HarperLove Expands Corrugated Packaging Portfolio with Acquisition

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 21:50:55 -0400

HarperLove, provider of adhesives, performance additives, and technical solutions for the corrugated packaging industry, has acquired the corrugated products business of ChromaScape.

Conductive Adhesives Target Grounding and EMI Shield Bonding Applications

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 21:42:29 -0400

Pelnox, a manufacturer and supplier of epoxy, polyurethane, silicone and conductive resin products, is evaluating conductive adhesives for ground (GND) connections, EMI shield bonding and related applications inside electronic devices.

DELO: Super-Low-Temperature Curing Adhesives

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 21:25:15 -0400

Part of the company's DUALBOND LT family, the adhesives cure in as little as 10 minutes at 60 °C or one hour at 45 °C.

Henkel Lab Focuses on Furniture and Building Component Applications

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 21:08:05 -0400

Henkel’s Furniture and Building Components Laboratory at the Inspiration Centre Düsseldorf provides technical and process support for furniture and building component manufacturers.

AMS Shareholders Approve Proposed Acquisition by H.B. Fuller

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 20:21:04 -0400

At a specially convened meeting, shareholders of Advanced Medical Solutions Group plc (AMS) approved H.B. Fuller’s proposed acquisition of the company.

PPG Recognized for Sustainability Practices

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:54:39 -0400

PPG has been included in the FTSE4Good Index Series for the eighth consecutive year.

Housing Starts Fall as Market Challenges Persist

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 13:15:12 -0400

According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau, overall housing starts declined 12.4% in July.

HENKEL: Hot-Melt Adhesive for Roof Tile Spacing

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 13:00:00 -0400

Technomelt AS 4004 from Henkel is a hot-melt adhesive used for securing clay and concrete roof tiles during transport.

CHEMIQUE ADHESIVES: Industrial Adhesives

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 11:45:35 -0400

A new product range features adhesives in various viscosities for a variety of substrates.

WEVO-CHEMIE Sealant Ensures Reliable High-Voltage Battery Production

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 10:58:04 -0400

WEVOSIL 23130 offers a material solution for FIPG sealing systems that is specifically tailored to meet the requirements of the Chinese GB 38031-2025 standard.

ASC Survey Reports Pricing Pressure and Rising Costs Top Industry Concerns

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 17:11:15 -0400

The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) launched the Industry Pulse survey in the first quarter of 2026 to give its members timely, actionable market intelligence on a regular basis.

3M Board Declares Quarterly Dividend

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 15:44:53 -0400

3M reports that the company has paid dividends to its shareholders without interruption for more than 100 years.

Chase Corp. Announces Hylomar Acquisition

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 15:10:00 -0400

Engineered materials provider Chase Corp., Westwood, Massachusetts, recently announced the acquisition of UK-based Hylomar Holdings Limited.

Shareholders of Olin and Huntsman Approve Merger

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:22:12 -0400

Shareholders of Olin Corp. and Huntsman Corp. have approved the proposals necessary to complete the previously announced all-stock merger of the two companies.

COTRONICS CORP.: Adhesive and Potting Compound

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:18:21 -0400

Durapot 810 is an alumina-based, thermal-conductive and electrically resistant ceramic adhesive and potting compound.

Production Solution for NAF Grade Particleboard with PMDI as Binder

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Researchers have developed an approach that could help overcome two key barriers to producing no-added-formaldehyde (NAF) particleboard on continuous production lines, potentially improving manufacturing efficiency while reducing formaldehyde emissions.

Ross Widenor Joins ChemQuest

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:04:47 -0400

Widenor has a track record of translating complex technical and organizational challenges into deployable solutions.

H.B. Fuller Board Rejects Unsolicited Proposal for Building Adhesives Solutions Business

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:41:03 -0400

The board of directors of H.B. Fuller Co. unanimously rejected Ancora’s unsolicited, non-binding proposal to acquire its Building Adhesives Solutions business.

Mark Andy Print Products to Distribute Sun Chemical Adhesives

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:37:32 -0400

Mark Andy has entered into a strategic distribution agreement with Sun Chemical in which Mark Andy Print Products will serve as the North American distributor for certain Sun Chemical products.

FTC Successfully Blocks Henkel’s Acquisition of Liquid Nails

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:35:35 -0400

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has succeeded in its attempt to keep German multinational Henkel, manufacturer of Loctite construction adhesives, from acquiring Liquid Nails.