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PPG to Acquire VersaFlex

With approximately 130 employees, VersaFlex operates three manufacturing sites located in Kansas, Oklahoma, and Washington.

January 18, 2021

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VersaFlex, a manufacturer specializing in polyurea, epoxy, polyurethanes, custom plural component equipment, and geotechnical and insulation foams, recently announced it had reached a definitive agreement to be acquired by PPG.

dar-tech Becomes U.S. Midwestern Distributor for ZS Interpolymer

ZS Interpolymer produces a range of SYNTRAN water-based acrylic resin grades used in coatings and graphic arts/ink applications.

January 18, 2021

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Specialty chemicals and raw materials distributor dar-tech inc. announced an agreement with ZS Interpolymer to become the company's official Midwestern U.S. distributor.

Wacker Polymers to Raise Prices for Dispersions and Solid Resins

According to Wacker, this measure has been necessitated by increases in raw material market costs.

January 15, 2021

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Wacker Polymers recently announced that it will increase prices for vinyl acetate dispersions, polyvinyl alcohol solutions, and solid resins in Europe, the Middle East, and in Africa.

Michelman’s Bailey Elected President of RadTech Board of Directors

Susan Bailey, Ph.D., of Michelman has been elected president of the RadTech board, while Michael Gould of Rahn USA was nominated to be president-elect.

January 15, 2021

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RadTech recently announced several changes to its board of directors.

Sika Reports Strong 2020 Results Despite Pandemic-Related Challenges

According to Sika, its growth trajectory was extended with a 2020 sales increase of 3.4% in local currencies.

January 14, 2021

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Sika recently announced its results for 2020, a year characterized by the deep-rooted global challenges caused by COVID-19.

Fields Joins Maroon Group Southeast CASE Team

In addition to 20 years of experience in R&D, Jeff Fields has served the past six years in sales and business management roles.

January 14, 2021

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Maroon Group recently announced the appointment of Jeff Fields to the position of account manager, covering Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama.

RPM Achieves Record Net Sales in Fiscal 2021 Second Quarter

RPM International’s fiscal 2021 second quarter net sales were nearly $1.4 billion, up 6% over the $1.4 billion reported a year ago.

January 13, 2021

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RPM International Inc. recently reported record sales, earnings, and cash from operations for its fiscal 2021 second quarter, ended November 30, 2020.

Dexco Polymers Changes Name to TSRC Specialty Materials

The name change reportedly reflects the company’s global presence and streamlines name recognition in its future business activities.

January 13, 2021

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TSRC recently announced that it is changing its U.S. subsidiary's legal name and entity from Dexco Polymers to TSRC Specialty Materials LLC.

Henkel Invests in MRO Startup Feelit

Adhesives and sealants improve the maintenance of production machinery and equipment around the globe.

January 12, 2021

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Henkel Adhesive Technologies recently announced that it has strengthened its capabilities for maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) solutions by investing in Feelit, a startup based in Haifa, Israel.