Sika Purchases Construction Chemicals Company in Qatar

Sika announced today that the company has acquired Gulf Additive Factory LLC (GAF) in the State of Qatar. GAF manufactures a wide range of construction chemical products and has a strong standing in the fast-growing Qatar construction market. Sika reports that the acquisition strengthens its foothold in the country and provides opportunities for further expansion. […]
RPM Acquires Parent Company of The Pink Stuff

RPM International Inc. has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the Star Brands Group, the UK-based parent company of The Pink Stuff, for its Rust-Oleum subsidiary. Star Brands will become part of RPM’s Consumer Group. The transaction will bolster Rust-Oleum’s expanding cleaners business with a fast-growing and disruptive brand known for the high performance of […]
UK Company Unveils Biodegradable, Shaped Hot-Melt Adhesive

Power Adhesives, a UK-headquartered specialist in shaped hot-melt adhesives, announced the launch of a biodegradable, shaped hot-melt adhesive. Fully certified, the product is designed for use by carton, corrugated packaging, and point-of-sale converters, as well as contract packers. According to Power Adhesives, the adhesive is certified to completely break down in the presence of oxygen, […]
A Company on the Move: DELO Industrial Adhesives

DELO Industrial Adhesives is a company on the move. Founded in Munich, Germany, in 1961, DELO currently manufacturers high-tech adhesives and multi-functional materials, as well as dispensing and curing equipment to the automotive, consumer electronics, and semiconductor industries. In its 63 years of being in business, the company has expanded to have subsidiaries in China, […]
H.B. Fuller Reports First Quarter Financials Consistent with Company Expectations

H.B. Fuller Co. recently released financial results for the first quarter that ended March 2, 2024. The company reported that net revenue was up slightly year-on-year, while organic revenue decreased modestly due primarily to anticipated pricing changes. H.B. Fuller’s net revenue for the first quarter of fiscal 2024 was $810 million, up 0.2% versus the […]
Former President and Chairman of the Board of the Paul N. Gardner Company Passes at the Age of 81

The physical test equipment industry has lost a true legend. Paul N. Gardner Jr., former president and chairman of the board of the Paul N. Gardner Company (GARDCO), passed away on February 8, 2024, at the age of 81. His legacy is one of dedication, passion, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Throughout his more […]
Orion Announces the Completion of the Biggest Sustainability Initiative in Company History

Orion S.A, announced it has completed upgrading its air emissions control technology at all four of its carbon black plants in the United States. This is the biggest sustainability-related initiative in the company’s history. The company recently finished its final air emissions project at its plant in Belpre, Ohio. Previously, the company upgraded its Borger, […]