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Coatings

Coverage focusing on the latest coatings-related news and technology.

Composites

Features, case studies and news related to the growing world of composites.

Converting/Packaging

News and features detailing topics such as heat-seal polymers, tapes, labels, hot melts, and labeling and application.

Curing

Feature articles, case studies and news related to the curing process, including equipment and related chemicals.

Finished Adhesives and Sealants

Technology and application updates, as well as the latest news and in-depth features involving finished adhesives and sealants.

Sustainability

Adhesives- and sealants-related news and features focused on renewable energy, sustainability and all things green.

Meter/Mix/Dispense

Detailed articles and technology updates focusing on the meter/mix/dispense arena.

Testing/Quality Control

Coverage on topics such as rheology, particle sizing, shear, durability, cohesion, peel and viscosity testing.

ARTICLES

Market-Trends

Adhesives and Sealants Demand in Germany to Increase 1.8%

Demand for adhesives and sealants in Germany is forecast to climb 1.8% per year to 947,000 metric tons in 2022.
February 22, 2019
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Water-based adhesives and sealants will reportedly continue to capture the largest share of demand, supported by these products’ low emissions and use in a wide range of applications.
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Imerys Talc America and Related Companies File Voluntary Chapter 11 Petitions

The Chapter 11 process will reportedly allow the filing companies the time and protection to negotiate a global agreement with creditors, primarily representatives of current and future claimants in cosmetic talc-related litigation, while defining a path forward for the impacted talc businesses.
February 20, 2019
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Imerys Talc America Inc., along with Imerys Talc Vermont Inc. and Imerys Talc Canada Inc., recently announced that they have made a determination to initiate voluntary Chapter 11 cases in Delaware.
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PPG Aerospace Coating Qualified to U.S. Military Specification

PPG recently announced that PPG RECC 3007 aerospace conversion coating has been qualified to U.S. military specification MIL-C-81706, Type II, Class 3, Form IV, Method A.
February 19, 2019
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It is reportedly the first non-chrome aerospace pretreatment coating to be qualified to the U.S. Department of Defense’s specification for chemical conversion coatings applied to aluminum.
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EVENTS

Industry

4/9/19 to 4/11/19
Louisville, Ky
Louisville, KY
United States

ICE USA

ICE USA is the leading event in the Americas for the converting of paper, film, foil, nonwovens and other flexible web-based materials.

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Industry

5/13/19 to 5/15/19
Atlantic City, N.J.
Atlantic City, NJ
United States

Eastern Coatings Show

The largest coatings show on the east coast!

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Industry

5/14/19 to 5/15/19
PLAZA MAYOR MEDELLÍN
Medellin
Colombia

Label Summit Latin America 2019

Label Summit Latin America 2019 brings new opportunities to improve your technical skills and market knowledge in this fast growing sector.

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Industry

5/15/19 to 5/17/19
Baltimore, Md.
Baltimore, MD
United States

PSTC Tech 42

Build your PSA Tape Knowledge! 
This industry-focused event provides segmented and flexible learning options to help you formulate the most effective knowledge-building experience possible. 

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Industry

7/10/19 to 7/11/19
The International Centre, Telford
St Quentin Gate, Telford TF3 4JH
Telford
United Kingdom
Contact: Adam Moore

The Advanced Materials Show

Bringing together OEMs, materials manufacturers and the entire research, development, and manufacturing supply chain, The Advanced Materials Show will showcase the latest in high-performance materials technology for a range of applications, including automotive, aerospace, energy, and electronics.

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