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ShurTech Brands to Change Corporate Name to Shurtape Technologies

ShurTech has been part of the Shurtape Technologies Group of Companies since 2010 but has kept its identity separate.

July 29, 2020

ShurTech Brands recently announced that it is formally and legally changing its name to Shurtape Technologies, LLC.

Evonik Begins Production at New Geesthacht Silicone Facility

According to Evonik, the extra production capacities will provide its customers with a faster and more reliable supply of products, as well as a wider choice of products.

July 28, 2020

Evonik recently announced that its new multi-purpose silicones manufacturing facility in Geesthacht, Germany, is now fully operational after completing final commissioning tests and gaining the necessary authority approvals.

Scapa Healthcare Shares Highlights from 2020 Fiscal Year

Scapa Healthcare reports that it will continue to adapt to support the unprecedented high demand for medical products during the pandemic.

July 27, 2020

Scapa Healthcare recently announced that it closed its 2020 fiscal year successfully, despite unprecedented global challenges.

Acucote Publishes Sustainability Commitment Statement

The commitment statement details how sustainability has been incorporated throughout Acucote's organization and describes the company’s participation in industry organizations.

July 27, 2020

Acucote recently announced that it has developed and published “Protecting our Planet: Acucote’s Commitment to Sustainability.”

Weiner Joins FLEXcon North America as Chief Operations Officer

Kara Weiner will reportedly bring a wealth of knowledge in the areas of manufacturing, engineering, quality, plant management, supply chain, logistics, warehousing, and operations analysis to her new role.

July 24, 2020

FLEXcon Co., Inc. recently announced that Kara Weiner has been appointed chief operations officer of FLEXcon North America.

AIHA and ASSP Collaborate to Improve Worker Safety and Health

ASSP and AIHA have worked together to improve work environments and advance the profession for more than 20 years.

July 24, 2020

The American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) and American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) have signed a three-year memorandum of understanding that outlines how the organizations will continue to collaborate on advancing workplace safety and health, as well as strengthening the occupational safety and health profession.

Bostik to Acquire Adhesive Powder Producer Fixatti

Fixatti operates two sites in Europe and one in China, employs 180 people, and reports sales of some €55 million (approximately $63.1 million).

July 23, 2020

Arkema recently announced its proposed acquisition of Fixatti, a company that produces high-performance thermobonding adhesive powders.

PSTC Opens Tape Week Call for Abstracts

Potential topics for consideration include tape’s advantages and areas for growth in comparison to other bonding methods, how to communicate tape’s benefits and overcome potential barriers for increased use by building and construction and automotive professionals, and upcoming innovations and future marketplace trends.

July 23, 2020

The Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (PSTC) recently announced the official opening of abstract submissions for its inaugural Tape Week event, slated for May 3-6, 2021, in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.

Covestro Looks to Ensure Continuity with Toepfer Contract Extension

By extending Thomas Toepfer’s contract ahead of schedule, Covestro reports that it took a major step to ensure continuity in economically challenging times.

July 22, 2020

The supervisory board of Covestro AG has early extended the contract of board of management member Thomas Toepfer, Ph.D., by five years.

Shurtape Technologies Joins Contractor Rewards Program

The Contractor Rewards Loyalty Program rewards over 62,000 participating builders, remodelers, and trade contractors in U.S. residential and light commercial construction markets when they purchase products associated with coalition partners.

July 22, 2020

Shurtape Technologies, LLC recently announced that it has joined Contractor Rewards, a national coalition loyalty program for the trades that encompasses top-tier building products manufacturers and brands.