The TAPPI PLACE Division and the TAPPI Hot Melt Committee will work jointly on next year's event.

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INDA has released its 2002 Standard Test Methods Manual.

BASF and Pagendarm BTT GmbH announce the construction of an innovative adhesive pilot coating line in Ludwigshafen, Germany, that will have the ability to run at speeds unmatched anywhere in the world.

The Henkel Group has acquired Solyplast S.A., Barcelona, Spain. Solyplast S.A. produces and markets acrylate and silicone sealants, as well as adhesives for the craftsmen and DIY market.

Hercules Inc. has given a new name - Pinova - to its Rosin and Terpene Specialties Division.

Emhart Teknologies announced a nationwide engineering-design competition to identify and recognize outstanding innovation and applications in the field of product design.

In a difficult market environment, the Henkel Group achieved sales of 2.49 billion euros and an operating profit (EBIT) of 168 million euros in the second quarter of 2002.

To help automated process manufacturers improve productivity, product quality and cost savings, Brett Smith, CEO of ei3 Corp., will deliver a presentation.

Solvay America Inc. and Dyneon LLC (a wholly-owned subsidiary of 3M), have entered into a binding letter of intent for the sale of the North America-based Solvay Fluoropolymers Inc. to Dyneon