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DOE Announces $125.5 Million in New Funding for Solar Technologies

The DOE aims to advance research and development of solar technologies that reduce the cost of solar, increase the competitiveness of American manufacturing and businesses, and improve the reliability of the grid.

February 19, 2020

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recently announced up to $125.5 million in new funding to advance solar technology research.

DOE Announces $133 Million to Accelerate Advanced Vehicle Technologies Research

Concept papers for this funding opportunity are due February 21, 2020, and full applications will be due April 14, 2020.

January 29, 2020

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recently announced up to $133 million in new and innovative advanced vehicle technologies research.

Sika Silicone Adhesive Receives USGlass 2019 Readers’ Choice Award

According to Sika, the product offers excellent adhesion to a wide range of substrates that are widely used in structural glazing applications.

January 21, 2020

Sika Corp. recently announced that Sikasil SG-20 has won a 2019 Readers’ Choice Award from USGlass Magazine.

EERE Issues Funding Opportunity Announcement for Phase I Innovation Projects

This year’s topics cover key agency priorities such as critical materials, energy storage, grid integration, water security, cybersecurity, and the circular economy.

January 3, 2020

The U.S. Department of Energy Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program recently issued a Funding Opportunity Announcement for approximately $40 million in Phase I innovation projects for the 2020 fiscal year.

Sika to Acquire China-Based Silicone Sealants and Adhesives Manufacturer Crevo-Hengxin

Crevo-Hengxin is a family-owned manufacturer of a broad range of silicone products used for solar energy, facades, fenestration, insulated glass, interior finishing, and other sealing and bonding applications.

September 10, 2019

Sika recently announced that it has agreed to acquire Crevo-Hengxin, a Chinese manufacturer of silicone sealants and adhesives used in both industry and construction applications.

Multiple End-Use Industries Driving Increasing Demand for Advanced Composites

Advanced composites are widely employed across verticals like aerospace, automobile, construction, sports, and military.

May 20, 2019

The global advanced composites market is currently experiencing strong growth and projected to grow at a CAGR of around 9% from 2019-2024.

SIKA CORP.: Transportation Adhesive

November 15, 2018

Sikaflex®-953 is an adhesive for transportation and industrial assembly applications.

Bright Future Predicted for Floating Solar Panels

The stationary floating solar panels segment dominated the market in 2017, with a total market share of more than 89%.

February 12, 2018

The global market for floating solar panels market is set to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 31% from 2018-2022.

Structural Adhesives Market to Grow Nearly 6%

The latest trend gaining momentum in the market is reportedly the rise in demand for structural adhesives from wind energy sector.

June 19, 2017

The global structural adhesives market to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.91% during the period 2017-2021.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Readers Most Interested in Henkel’s 3D Printing News

Last week, news about Henkel’s 3D printing plans garnered the most reader interest.

Teresa McPherson

December 12, 2016

This weekly roundup highlights the adhesives, sealants and coatings news stories that garnered the most attention during the previous week on our website, as well as our eNewsletter and social media platforms.