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Editor's Memo

Developing the 2019 ASI Top 20 List of the Leading Global Manufacturers of Adhesives and Sealants

I would like to personally send my thanks to all of the companies that answered our call for information about their adhesives and sealants businesses.

Susan Sutton

August 7, 2019

Adhesives and sealants are truly everywhere, and their use is growing daily: from the cars we drive and the homes we build to the planes we fly in and the phones that we rely on so much.

Manka Appointed Director of Technology for Pilot Chemical

In his new role, John Manka will establish and manage the new product development process within Pilot’s technology group.

July 18, 2019

Pilot Chemical Co. recently announced that it has named John Manka director of technology.

3M and Discovery Education Announce National Finalists and State Merit Winners in 2019 3M Young Scientist Challenge

The national middle school science competition recognizes scientific thinking, communication, and curiosity in students grades 5-8 who demonstrate a passion for solving everyday problems that could ultimately improve lives around the world.

July 5, 2019

3M and Discovery Education recently announced 10 finalists from across America as part of the annual 2019 3M Young Scientist Challenge.

Advancing Adhesives

Next-Level Distribution for Adhesives and Sealants

How can a modern-day distributor help companies in the adhesives and sealants industry take their business to the next level?

Susan Sutton

July 1, 2019

At a basic level, distributors facilitate the sale and delivery of products between suppliers and end users.

Editor's Memo

Building Distributor Partnerships in the Adhesives and Sealants Industry

Strong distributor relationships can bring advanced benefits to help companies in the adhesives and sealants industry succeed.

Susan Sutton

July 1, 2019

I’ve been watching a lot of the FIFA Women’s World Cup matches, and the level of competition has really kicked up since the 2015 event. It’s great to watch experienced, well-honed teams like England and France work together with such skill and efficiency. I can’t help but draw parallels to the successful partnerships we see between distributors, raw materials and chemicals suppliers, and manufacturers and end users in the adhesives and sealants industry.

FLEXcon Acquires Narrow Web Embossing Machine

FLEXcon will use the narrow web embossing machine during the development of new microstructures.

June 28, 2019

FLEXcon Co., Inc. recently announced that it has acquired a narrow web embossing machine with a portion of the funds received from the Massachusetts Manufacturing Innovation Initiative (M2I2) grant awarded to Carpe Diem Technologies.

SEMICON West Helps Attendees Move "Beyond Smart"

SEMICON West will reportedly take aim at global electronics manufacturing industry disruptors with programs and pavilions focused on critical areas of industry growth.

June 28, 2019

The 49th SEMICON West will be held July 9-11, 2019, at the Moscone Center in San Francisco.

Adhesives & Sealants in Paradise: FEICA 2019

FEICA’s 2019 European Adhesive and Sealant Conference & EXPO is expected to attract more than 600 industry leaders from all over the world.

June 21, 2019

This year’s FEICA European Adhesive and Sealant Conference & EXPO will take place in Dubrovnik, Croatia, from September 11-13.

Strengthening the Adhesives and Sealants Industry's Future

The ASC's dynamic three-day Annual Spring Conference and Expo enabled attendees to broaden their knowledge, see the latest technologies, and network with peers.

Susan Sutton

June 14, 2019

The adhesives and sealants community gathered in Philadelphia April 8-10 for the Adhesive and Sealant Council’s (ASC) Annual Spring Conference and Expo.

Henkel Opens European Hub for Aerospace Adhesive Solutions

With an investment of about €35 million (approximately $39.4 million), Henkel aims to serve the constantly growing demand for high-performance solutions supporting key trends in the global aerospace industry.

June 12, 2019

Henkel’s Adhesive Technologies business unit recently officially inaugurated its new production facility for aerospace applications in Montornès del Vallès (Montornès), Spain.