Adhesives & Sealants Headlines - Articles - Page 356

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.

PPG Completes $1.4 Million Auto Adhesives Center Upgrades

The investment at PPG’s automotive adhesives and sealants center showcases several improvements.

December 8, 2017

PPG has completed a $1.4-million investment at its automotive adhesives and sealants center in Saint-Just-en-Chaussée, France.

Excelitas Acquired by AEA Investors

The company was formerly owned by Veritas Capital Fund Management.

December 8, 2017

Excelitas Technologies Corp. recently announced that it has been acquired by funds sponsored by AEA Investors LP.

Glass Bonding Adhesives Market to Increase 7%

Electronics and appliances are reportedly estimated to offer lucrative opportunities in the industry over the forecast period.

December 8, 2017

The global glass bonding adhesives market is expected to reach $4.42 billion by 2025.

Ingevity to Open Auto Testing Facility in China

The $2.5-million facility will be co-located with Ingevity’s existing manufacturing plant in Zhuhai city.

December 7, 2017

Ingevity Corp. recently announced that it will open a new automotive applications testing facility in Zhuhai, China.

Ardian to Become Majority Shareholder of DRT

The proposed transaction values DRT at approximately €1 billion (~ $1.2 billion).

December 7, 2017

Ardian recently announced it has entered into exclusivity with some family shareholders and Tikehau Capital (TKO) to acquire a controlling stake into Les Dérivés Résiniques et Terpéniques (DRT).