Info for Construction

A Fast Guide to Fast-Curing Floors

Mon, 01 Jan 2018 07:01:00 -0500

Methyl methacrylate (MMA) flooring systems are fast becoming a popular choice for large-scale commercial and industrial construction projects due to their many advantages. Given the right conditions, an MMA floor can reach a full physical and chemical cure within only 60 min of installation. This means that the surface can be subjected to full operational use under an extremely tight turnaround, especially when compared to the days or weeks that most epoxy, cementitious urethane, or concrete floors take to cure.

High-Performance Adhesives Market to Rise 6%

Mon, 18 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -0500

The high-performance adhesives market is estimated at $9.77 billion in 2017 and is projected to reach $13.17 billion by 2022.

Low-VOC Adhesive Market to Climb to $55 Billion

Tue, 12 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -0500

The market size of low-VOC adhesive is projected to grow from $41.58 billion in 2017 to $55.29 billion by 2022.

Exterior Construction Silicone Sealants Market to Grow 5%

Mon, 11 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -0500

The exterior sector of the global construction silicone sealants market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6% from 2019 to 2024.

SELENA USA: Drywall Adhesives

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0400

The adhesive reportedly offers the strength, durability and environmental compliance of polyurethane adhesives.

State of the U.S. Construction Market

Fri, 01 Sep 2017 07:07:00 -0400

The U.S. adhesives market reached $15.8 billion in 2016; sealants grew to $2.4 billion. Volume growth in each appears to be less than 2% from our interviews of industry participants. Figure 1 shows a breakdown of the U.S. market by end use in terms of value.

Innovation in Flooring Adhesives

Thu, 03 Aug 2017 09:06:00 -0400

Our industry has seen an unprecedented increase in moisture-related claims due to many factors associated with a wider selection of floor coverings in use. These factors range from fast-track building construction and the increased use of non-standard size flooring tiles and planks to a reduction in porous floor-covering backings, as well as improperly specified and applied adhesives, improperly trained installers and poor drainage.

SCIGRIP: Dispensing System

Fri, 14 Jul 2017 00:00:00 -0400

Scrigrip is re-launching its POWERCAN® dispensing system, in compliance with the fluorinated greenhouse gasses regulation 517/2014.

Flexible Formulation of Waterborne Caulks and Sealants

Mon, 03 Jul 2017 07:10:00 -0400

A caulking sealant has three basic functions: filling a gap between two or more substrates; forming a barrier through the physical properties of the sealant itself and by adhesion to the substrate; and maintaining sealing properties for the expected lifetime, service conditions, and environments.

European Coatings Show Announces Program

Fri, 17 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -0400

The European Coatings Show 2017, scheduled to take place April 4-6 in Nuremberg, Germany, will reportedly host more than 1,100 exhibitors.

ECS Returns to Nuremberg

Wed, 01 Mar 2017 07:04:00 -0500

From April 3-6, exhibitors, industry members and experts will travel to Nuremberg, Germany, to attend the European Coatings Show (ECS). The event will feature seven exhibition halls, multiple conference sessions, a keynote speaker, and two networking events.

Painting the Future of Education in Utah

Wed, 01 Mar 2017 07:03:00 -0500

As part of a much-needed educational expansion for the Davis School District in Farmington, Utah, two new schools were recently commissioned to better serve the local student body, including Odyssey Elementary School. Designed by VCBO Architecture, plans for the new school called for 84,785-sq-ft of total environmentally conscious construction.

Rotary Batch Mixer Blends Wood Powders for Plywood Adhesives

Wed, 01 Mar 2017 07:00:00 -0500

To blend raw material for plywood adhesives at higher rates with greater uniformity, the Willamette Valley Co. replaced a ribbon blender, which agitates material, with a rotary batch mixer, which tumbles it.

W.R. MEADOWS: New Website

Tue, 07 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0500

This company has redesigned its website.

Keeping Canada Dry with Waterproof Sealants

Mon, 02 Jan 2017 07:04:00 -0500

When the Hawkesbury District & General Hospital (HGH) decided to build two large additions to its community hospital in Hawkesbury, Ontario, Canada, construction officials knew there was a big problem to solve.

Improving Polyurethane Coatings for Water Infrastructure

Mon, 02 Jan 2017 07:04:00 -0500

America’s infrastructure GPA stands at a D+, with an estimated $3.6 trillion of work needed by 2020 to repair the country’s out-of-date structures, bridges, roads, etc.1 Part of these issues lie within public parks and recreation, which are being used by a reported 140 million Americans on a daily basis.

LUCAS: Nonskinning Butyl Sealant

Thu, 15 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0500

This company has added #8660, a single-component nonskinning butyl sealant to its product line.

Remodeling Market Optimism Strengthens in 2016 Third Quarter

Mon, 21 Nov 2016 00:00:00 -0500

This was an increase of four points from the previous quarter and also a return to levels seen consistently throughout 2015.

Roofing Adhesives Demand to Rise 6%

Mon, 14 Nov 2016 00:00:00 -0500

The market will be driven by the rising demand of roofing adhesives in residential and non-residential/commercial constructions.

Shinko Receives Best Paper Award at Polyurethanes Technical Conference

Fri, 11 Nov 2016 00:00:00 -0500

Shinko presented ICP Adhesives & Sealants’ work representing advances in the development of low global warming potential products.

LINETEC: Wood Finishes

Wed, 28 Sep 2016 00:00:00 -0400

This company offers a new brochure showcasing its recently introduced decorative wood grain finishes.

Industrial Adhesives Market to Reach $53 Billion by 2021

Wed, 28 Sep 2016 00:00:00 -0400

The market will grow at a compound annual growth rate of 5.2%.

Signet Launches Creative Polymer Solutions

Wed, 14 Sep 2016 00:00:00 -0400

The new company will co-locate in a state-of-the-art polymer blending facility with Sprayroq Inc.

ARKEMA COATING RESINS: Acrylic Latex

Tue, 09 Aug 2016 00:00:00 -0400

Encor 636 is a new, 100% acrylic latex for use in a range of low-VOC and APEO-free architectural coatings applications.

American Architectural Manufacturers Association Updates Sealants Document

Fri, 05 Aug 2016 00:00:00 -0400

The AAMA 800 document, “Voluntary Specifications and Test Methods for Sealants,” was last updated in 2010.

W.R. MEADOWS: Membrane Brochure

Tue, 31 May 2016 00:00:00 -0400

PRECON is the subject of a new brochure from this company.

SHURTAPE: Double-Sided Containment Tape

Wed, 11 May 2016 00:00:00 -0400

This company now offers DS 154 double-sided containment tape.

Window Film and Affordable Sustainability

Mon, 02 May 2016 09:01:00 -0400

Sustainability initiatives are becoming an expectation across all industries, especially construction. In fact, homebuilders report that, by 2020, more than 60% of their projects will incorporate green building materials.

Sustainable Raw Materials: How to Plan for Market Success

Mon, 02 May 2016 09:00:00 -0400

Comprehensive initiatives designed to preserve and improve the environment are included in virtually all manufacturers’ corporate communications. According to the Sheldon Group, 25% of major brand owners have implemented scorecards to rate suppliers and products on environmental impact, and 30-40% more are being developed.