Quarter-over-quarter increases are evident in nearly all sub-components measuring remodeling activity.

Sika recently announced that its net sales for the first nine months of 2013 were CHF 3,807.7 million (~ $4,174 million).

Huntsman Corp. recently announced third quarter revenues of $2,842 million. Net income was $64 million.

3M recently reported third quarter sales of $7.9 billion, an increase of 5.6% compared to the same period last year.

Atlas Material Testing Technology recently announced it has entered into an alliance with Pearl Laboratories.

ChemPoint Inc., a Univar company, recently announced the launch of its new brand identity.

The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) recently announced that a record 579 attendees participated in its Fall Convention and Expo.

Akzo Nobel N.V. recently reported third quarter revenues of €3,778 million (~ $5,213 million), a decrease of 5%.

Sika Corp. recently announced its participation as an exhibitor at Solar Power International 2013.

Avery Dennison Corp. recently announced preliminary, unaudited results for its third quarter ended September 28.