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Volcansek Named Global Marketing Communications Manager for Chromaflo

Jennifer Volcansek brings experience in global marketing to her new role.

September 10, 2021

Chromaflo Technologies recently announced that it has named Jennifer Volcansek its global Marketing Communications manager.

Huntsman to Increase Polyurethane Catalyst and Specialty Amine Capacity in Hungary

Completion of the capacity expansion is expected by mid-2023.

September 9, 2021

Huntsman Corp. recently announced that its Performance Products division plans to further expand its manufacturing facility in Petfurdo, Hungary, to meet the growing demand for polyurethane catalysts and specialty amines.

Housing Starts Decline in July on Supply Chain Challenges

Single-family starts decreased 4.5%, and the multi-family sector decreased 13.1%.

September 9, 2021

Supply chain and labor challenges helped to push overall housing starts down 7% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.53 million units, according to a report from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau.

U.S. Department of Energy Announces Expansion of Smart Manufacturing Innovation Centers

The centers will help U.S. manufacturers implement smart manufacturing technologies to optimize their use of energy and materials.

September 8, 2021

In partnership with the Clean Energy Smart Manufacturing Institute, the U.S. Department of Energy announced selections for four new Smart Manufacturing Innovation Centers.

Meridian Adhesives Group Acquires Prime Blend

Prime Blend is a manufacturer and formulator of water-based and hot-melt adhesives and coatings.

September 8, 2021

Meridian Adhesives Group recently announced the addition of its 14th company to the group's portfolio with the acquisition of Prime Blend, LLC.

North American Printed Circuit Board Industry Sees Growing Backlog

Strong demand combined with supply chain shortages are leading to a growing backlog.

September 7, 2021

IPC recently announced the July 2021 findings from its North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program.

Sika Acquires Shenzhen Landun Holding

The combined offering will provide new growth opportunities in the fast-growing Chinese waterproofing market.

September 7, 2021

Sika recently announced that it has acquired Shenzhen Landun Holding Co. Ltd., a manufacturer of waterproofing systems in China.

Kraton to Increase Prices for Crude Tall Oil Refinery Products and Derivatives

Subject to any applicable contracts and obligations, the increase will be effective September 15, 2021.

September 3, 2021

Kraton Corp. recently announced a general price increase across its crude tall oil refinery products and derivatives.

Avery Dennison Completes Vestcom Acquisition

Vestcom is a provider of pricing and branded labeling solutions at the shelf-edge for retailers and consumer packaged goods companies.

September 3, 2021

Avery Dennison Corp. recently announced that it has completed its acquisition of Vestcom for the purchase price of $1.45 billion, subject to customary adjustments.