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Krazy Glue Launches Pop-Up Store

A 263-lb pool table, a 48-lb teddy bear, a 130-lb home gym, and more were glued and suspended in the air for shoppers to view..

December 18, 2017

Krazy Glue recently announced it launched The Krazy Store, which opened its doors for one day in New York City, hanging some of the most sought after gifts up in the air.

High-Performance Adhesives Market to Rise 6%

The medical segment is expected to be the fastest-growing application segment of the high-performance adhesives market during the forecasted period.

December 18, 2017

The high-performance adhesives market is estimated at $9.77 billion in 2017 and is projected to reach $13.17 billion by 2022.

Wacker Announces Several Expansions

The investments in North America reportedly align with Wacker’s overall expansion strategy to add capacity in Europe and in Asia.

December 15, 2017

Wacker Chemical Corp. recently announced it is planning a number of concurrent expansion projects to support regional growth and demand for silicones and silica.

ASC Announces 2018 Board Changes

The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) recently announced that it has re-elected five members of its board of directors for a new three-year term.

December 14, 2017

Elizabeth Keeneth, sales director, North America, at Kraton Chemical, was elected by the board to serve the remainder of Mark Plante’s term.

Increasing Demand Driving Structural Adhesives Market

The demand for structural adhesives has been increasing in applications such as building and construction, bus and truck, automotive, wind energy, marine, rail, aerospace, and others.

December 14, 2017

The global structural adhesives market is projected to reach 2,024.67 kt by 2022.

Covestro Continues Production, Announces Debottlenecking

The company will invest around €200 million (approximately $234.4 million) to increase the cost competitiveness at the site by implementing various measures.

December 13, 2017

Covestro recently announced that it will continue production in Tarragona (Spain) beyond 2020.

RadTech Announces Startup Accelerator

RadLaunch intends to connect technology startups to UV and EB industry leaders.

December 13, 2017

RadTech recently announced the formation of RadLaunch, a technology accelerator intended to support early-stage startups and small businesses.

Low-VOC Adhesive Market to Climb to $55 Billion

The polyurethane adhesives are projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period.

December 12, 2017

The market size of low-VOC adhesive is projected to grow from $41.58 billion in 2017 to $55.29 billion by 2022.

Shimadzu and Restek Announce Distribution Agreement

Under the terms of this agreement, SSI will promote and sell Restek consumables throughout its geographic territory.

December 11, 2017

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments (SSI) and Restek Corp. recently announced a partnership that enables the sales of Restek consumables by SSI.

Exterior Construction Silicone Sealants Market to Grow 5%

The demand for low-volatile-organic compounds and green and sustainable sealants is expected to create growth opportunities for the market globally over the forecast period.

December 11, 2017

The exterior sector of the global construction silicone sealants market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6% from 2019 to 2024.