A recyclable, compostable, and biodegradable adhesive developed by Purdue University researchers has been optioned to Massachusetts-based gluECO Adhesives LLC. 

The Waterborne Symposium is seeking submissions from academia, government, and industry for presentations focusing on novel research results in all aspects of coatings. 

Brenntag recently announced that it has entered a partnership with Al-Azzaz Chemicals Co. via a 75/25 joint venture.

President Biden recently issued presidential determinations providing the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) with the authority to utilize the Defense Production Act (DPA) to accelerate domestic production of five key energy technologies.

AkzoNobel recently announced that it will further strengthen its African footprint after reaching an agreement with Kansai Paint to acquire its paints and coatings activities in the region. 

Mactac^®, a LINTEC company, recently announced a new look and company name for Spinnaker Coating, LLC, which was acquired by Mactac in early 2022. 

Univar Solutions Inc. recently announced it has been appointed distributor of Cabot Corp.’s specialty carbon black products for the plastics and batteries markets in Brazil. 

Ellsworth Corp. recently announced that it has acquired Elk Grove Village, Ill.-based TapeCase Ltd. 

The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) recently announced that it has welcomed 16 new members to its ranks since the start of the year. 

Wacker recently announced that it has received the Supplier Distinction Award from Avery Dennison in recognition of high reliability, excellent customer service, and product quality.