As part of the integration into EXFO Electro-Optical Engineering Inc., EFOS Inc. has changed its name to EXFO Photonic Solutions Inc.

To recognize manufacturing facilities' commitment toward practicing Responsible Care, the Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturers Association (SOCMA) is launching its annual Responsible Care Rewards and Recognition program.

No area of the company's adhesives operation has been untouched.

Avecia announced that it has reached agreement to sell Novacote, its specialty laminating adhesives and coatings business, to COIM S.P.A., a private, family-owned Italian company.

The Hardwood Plywood and Veneer Association (HPVA), began a 90-day canvass ballot of proposed revisions to the ANSI/HPVA LF 1996 American National Standard for Laminated Wood Flooring on Sept. 30, 2001.

Industry happenings company-wide

TAPPI announced that its Polymers, Laminations and Coatings Division will go by a new name, the PLACE.

Potting Solutions has just published a new Web site, www.pottingsolutions.com.

A round of APPLAUSE for the following industry leader.

The Adhesive and Sealant Council's (ASC) 2001 Fall Convention and Exposition is scheduled for October 21-24.