Finished Adhesives and Sealants

Single-Family Starts Fall in September

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:57:06 -0400

A report from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau shows overall housing starts decreased 5.2% in September.

Arkema Officially Opens the Expansion of R&D Center in Shanghai

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 09:49:35 -0400

The center will enable synergies among teams and co-development with customers in China and across Asia.

H.B. Fuller Rejects Ancora’s Second Offer for Building Adhesive Solutions Business

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:04:34 -0400

The offer for the Building Adhesive Solutions business was between $1.2 billion and $1.4 billion in cash and was announced at the end of September.

Sika Names New Head of Corporate Communications and Investor Relations

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:59:45 -0400

Sika recently named an experienced capital markets and communications professional to be its head of Corporate Communications and Investor Relations.

ChemQuest Adds Strategic Growth and Operations Leader to Team

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:52:49 -0400

The ChemQuest Group recently announced that Anthony J. Wilson is assuming a new role as a director, bringing strategic growth and operations acumen to the firm.

Sika Acquires UK Landscaping Products Manufacturer

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 07:11:50 -0400

The acquisition expands Sika's UK landscaping portfolio and creates new opportunities for growth, cross-selling, and manufacturing efficiencies.

H.B. Fuller Announces Debt Offering to Help Fund AMS Acquisition

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 07:04:14 -0400

H.B. Fuller announced that the company plans to raise $850 million by issuing new debt that it will use to help fund its acquisition of Advanced Medical Solutions Group plc (AMS).

PPG to Invest $70 Million in Huntsville Aerospace Operations

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 17:48:56 -0400

PPG announced a $70 million investment to expand its aerospace transparencies site in Huntsville, Alabama.

Planning Today for Tomorrow’s Scientific Breakthroughs

ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

We are benefiting from generations of investment in science, but will the next generation inherit the same opportunities? A look at research, scientific talent, and the importance of investing beyond our own horizon.

Adhesion Society Extends Deadline for 2027 Annual Meeting Abstract Submissions

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:30:16 -0400

The Adhesion Society has extended the deadline for industry professionals to submit a presentation proposal (abstract) for inclusion in the 2027 program for its Annual Meeting.

Intertape Polymer Group Acquires Clysar

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:05:27 -0400

Intertape Polymer Group has acquired Clysar, LLC, a North American manufacturer of polyolefin shrink film.

Henkel Closes Stahl Acquisition

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:32:08 -0400

Henkel has successfully completed the acquisition of the Netherlands-based Stahl Group.

Distribution Strategies to Improve Cost and Cash Flow

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

As costs rise and interest rates remain elevated, distributors must find opportunities to reduce costs, free up cash, and increase productivity while continuing to provide high levels of customer service.

Engineering the Molecular Interface: Atmospheric Plasma Cleaning and Activation for Reliable Bonding

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Discover how atmospheric plasma cleaning and activation target micro-contaminants, raise surface energy and replace chemical primers to support reliable adhesive and sealant performance on demanding substrates.

Henkel to Expand Its Global STEM Initiative

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 22:54:47 -0400

On the occasion of its 150^thanniversary, Henkel is planning a new STEM center at Henkel’s headquarters in Düsseldorf and four additional Researchers’ World labs around the world.

New Henkel and CALB Center Targets Faster Battery Material Qualification

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 21:59:41 -0400

Henkel and CALB have opened a joint Battery Innovation Center in China that aims to bring safer, higher-performing, and more sustainable battery technologies to market faster.

Abdallah Dabaghi Takes Expanded MEA Role at Bodo Möller Chemie

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:24:44 -0400

Bodo Möller Chemie is expanding Abdallah Dabaghi’s leadership responsibilities as the company looks to strengthen its presence and pursue new business opportunities across the Middle East and Africa.

Trends Shaping the Next Generation of Adhesives and Sealants

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

From lightweight substrates to digital development tools, multiple trends are changing how adhesives and sealants are formulated and manufactured.

Ancora Submits New Proposal to Acquire H.B. Fuller’s Building Adhesive Solutions Segment

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:02:08 -0400

Ancora Holdings Group, shareholder of H.B. Fuller, has sent a letter to H.B. Fuller’s board of directors that enhances its proposal to acquire H.B. Fuller’s Building Adhesive Solutions (BAS) segment.

RPM to Acquire Italian Waterproofing Provider Volteco

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 22:23:17 -0400

RPM International Inc. recently announced it has signed a definitive agreement for the acquisition of Volteco S.p.A., a leading Italy-based supplier of below-grade waterproofing solutions

WACKER: Liquid Silicone Rubber

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:55:28 -0400

ELASTOSIL^® LR 3822 from WACKER was specifically designed for applications in the field of e-mobility with a focus on connector seals and sealing elements in the cooling circuit of EV traction batteries.

H.B. Fuller Names New Member of Board of Directors

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 10:47:44 -0400

H.B. Fuller Co. has appointed R. Jeffrey Bailly to its board of directors, effective immediately.

Beyond the Bond: Selecting the Right Adhesives for Diverse 3D Printing Materials

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

As 3D-printed parts move into demanding end-use applications, bonding requires a closer look at material properties and production variables.

PPG Announces Associate Fellow

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 22:54:30 -0400

PPG recently promoted scientist Venkateshwarlu Kalsani to be a PPG associate fellow.

HENKEL: Adhesive and Sealant for Rail and Industrial Applications

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 22:53:19 -0400

Teroson MS 940 is a new adhesive and sealant formulated without isocyanates for demanding elastic bonding in rail and industrial applications.

PPG Names New VP of Investor Relations and Operational Finance

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 21:14:43 -0400

Alex Lopez has been appointed PPG vice president, investor relations and operational finance.

WEVO-CHEMIE: Potting Compound

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 20:13:47 -0400

WEVOPUR 60210 FL T is a polyurethane system specially developed for highly complex multi-layer printed circuit boards (PCBs) used in modern battery management systems.

Amrize Names New President, Building Envelope

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 19:15:56 -0400

As of September 11, 2026, Mario Gross became the new president, Building Envelope, for Amrize.

Pricing, Restructuring Savings Drive H.B. Fuller Q3 Growth

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 09:50:48 -0400

H.B. Fuller has released its financial results for the third quarter of 2026, reporting net revenue of $938 million.

Electronics Trends Drive Demand for New Adhesive Tapes

ParkerK@bnpmedia.com (Karen Parker) — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Growing demand for repairable and recyclable electronics is driving interest in debonding-on-demand adhesive tape technologies.