ATP Adhesives announced the launch of ATP North America, establishing a dedicated business to serve U.S and Canadian manufacturers with solvent-free adhesive technologies and local product-development capabilities. As part of this expansion, ATP will invest $70 million in its first solvent free U.S. manufacturing facility in Columbia, South Carolina. The 127,000-square-foot plant will create 130 […]
Albert Invent recently announced the launch of its Japanese subsidiary, Albert Invent Japan K.K., as part of the company’s continued global expansion. This investment reflects Albert’s deep commitment to supporting innovation in Japan’s world-class chemical and materials industry, which is the fourth largest in the world and has long been recognized for its technical excellence […]
Specialty chemicals distributor Palmer Holland introduced a new product knowledge platform powered by Knowde’s AI technology. This launch marks a significant advancement in Palmer Holland’s ongoing mission to create connections that bring value to its customers, principals, and employees. The new product knowledge platform features a centralized hub that globally harmonizes product information, providing evergreen […]
Arkema announced the creation of the Castor Farmer Education Fund (CFEF), a collaborative initiative designed to support castor farming communities in India. The CFEF aims to raise funds to further accelerate the adoption of innovative and resilient farming techniques across the region by empowering farmers through education and training, generating lasting environmental and social impact. […]
Panacol recently announced its latest moisture- and water-resistant cyanoacrylate adhesive Cyanolit® 290 WR. This acrylate-based instant adhesive offers fast-curing time and high adhesive strength on metals and thermoplastics such as ABS and PVC. The adhesive is a solvent-free one-component adhesive that cures within seconds utilizing atmospheric humidity. After just a few minutes, the adhesive strengths […]
Avery Dennison recently announced a breakthrough in recyclable labeling: The first radio-frequency identification (RFID) label to receive APR Design® for Recyclability (DfR) recognition from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR). This marks an industry first for an RFID label, validating its compatibility with North America’s PET recycling stream. Avery Dennison has combined its proprietary CleanFlake™ […]
Born2Bond™ Ultra K85 from Bostik is an instant engineering adhesive processed from 60% bio-based raw materials. The adhesive withstands up to 1,000 hours of a typical double 85 test, where adhesives are exposed to 85 °C heat and 85% relative humidity, delivering premium performance, while not compromising on safety, health, or the environment. The adhesive […]
Lecta Self-Adhesives is expanding its portfolio of barrier solutions with the launch of Adestor Gloss GP PFAS-free, which is specifically designed to meet the demands of the food industry. The new self-adhesive product is intended specifically for the labeling of food products such as cured meats, cheeses, ready meals, and oils — applications where an […]
FEICA, the Association of the European Adhesive & Sealant Industry, has launched a Stakeholder Forum, which is an initiative designed to foster long-term collaboration across the adhesive and sealant value chain. The inaugural session, was held on June 11 in Brussels and discussed the implications of the ongoing REACH revision. The forum brought together representatives […]
In the first quarter of 2025, Dow reported net sales of $10.4 billion, down 3% year-over-year, reflecting declines in all operating segments. Sequentially, net sales were flat, as seasonally higher demand in Performance Materials & Coatings was offset by lower prices in Industrial Intermediates & Infrastructure. The company reported that volume increased 2% compared to […]
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