The line includes various environmentally friendly emulsions, dispersions, and natural oil blends designed to improve the weatherability of exterior surface coatings.
December 14, 2021
NatureShield® is Michelman’s line of bio-based surface modifiers that reportedly allow formulators to develop coatings with an increased amount of bio-sourced materials without jeopardizing their quality.
Bostik reports that these adhesives work well with traditional substrates and complement the use of a variety of more sustainable substrates.
December 9, 2021
Bostik announced the launch of Nuplaviva™, a series of new products formulated to meet disposable hygiene article manufacturers’ needs for adhesives with renewable content.
From the use of renewable raw materials and sustainable production processes to the development of finished products that support environmentally friendly end uses, the adhesive and sealant industry is undertaking a broad range of activities to address sustainability.
I always love putting together our annual sustainability issue. It’s inspiring and invigorating to see the industry’s exploration of the broad scope of activities we can engage in to address sustainability. I’m reminded, though, of a restaurant with a voluminous menu. Too many options can sometimes be daunting. How can companies be sure they’re making the right choices?
The definition of “sustainability” is in flux. As it pertains to construction, sustainability is constantly evolving to encompass varying approaches and priorities. In the U.S., sustainable construction is the method of creating buildings and using processes that are environmentally reliable and resource efficient throughout the building’s life cycle, including design, construction, operation, and renovation. Western Europe defines sustainable construction as a way to build that aims to reduce health and environmental impacts affected by the construction process or by buildings.
The award-winning two-component spray polyurethane foam products from DuPont are used to air seal and insulate various spaces within the building envelope.
November 1, 2021
The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) recently recognized the top three innovations from the adhesive and sealant industry.
Adhesive manufacturers can partner with players all along the supply chain to reduce the environmental impact of single-use disposable hygiene products.
Adhesives are not typically top of mind to consumers of disposable hygiene products. They are not a large part of the product and can possibly be an afterthought by the article producers themselves. However, it is important to recognize that adhesives have several important tasks in these applications, from sealing and securing the diaper or pad core’s structure to holding elastics firmly in place inside the diaper.
The label assures that the percentage of renewable bio-based content is third-party certified and monitored by the USDA.
October 21, 2021
Sartomer, part of the Coating Solutions segment of Arkema, announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has approved five SARBIO® specialty acrylate and methacrylate resins based on renewable raw materials to carry the agency's Certified Biobased Product label.