With continued demand for adhesives and sealants used in the production of EVs, there is growing need for the raw materials used to manufacture those adhesives.
LANXESS has expanded distribution partnerships for industrial preservatives in North America, strengthening its portfolios into the coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomer markets.
Covestro and RWE have signed a long-term power purchase agreement for the supply of power from offshore wind turbines in the North Sea for the Covestro production site in Antwerp, Belgium.
Celanese is now the only producer offering low-carbon acetic acid under the ECO-CC product name, which positions the company to help municipalities meet the growing demand for more sustainable and circular solutions.
Elkem is re-starting one out of three furnaces at its silicon plant in Salten, Norway. Production will remain halted at the two other furnaces until further notice.
Bemis announced that it has expanded its Everfit™ family of elastic replacement adhesives, designed to provide consistent, all-day comfort for a wide variety of garments.
The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) is offering several webinars and short courses in the first half of 2024 for professionals looking to expand their knowledge and skills.
Understanding how tackification and coating method impact the effectiveness of UV curing helps to ensure that UV HMPSA properties are properly balanced for their intended end-use application.
The adhesive formulation, adhesive thickness, and coating method all impact the properties of UV-curable acrylic, hot-melt pressure-sensitive adhesives.
Covestro is moving forward with the implementation of a unique process for producing the important chemical, aniline, entirely based on plant biomass instead of petroleum.