Markets in 56 out of the approximately 350 metro areas nationwide returned to or exceeded their last normal levels of economic and housing activity.

PPG Industries recently announced that Shelley J. Bausch will join the company as vice president, global industrial coatings.

Scott Bader recently announced that Emanuele Mascherpa S.p.A. has been appointed by Scott Bader Europe to distribute its specialist range of Crestabond^®structural adhesives and advanced composite technology products.

Sika Automotive Division USA recently announced personnel appointments in the Automotive Sales group.

The PPG Industries Foundation recently donated $50,000 to Discovery Place’s new professional development program for educators of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).

NuSil Technology LLC recently announced it has received a Supplier Recognition Award from medical device manufacturer Mentor.

Nordson Corp. recently announced its Advanced Technology Systems operation in Taiwan has moved to a new facility.

Nationwide housing production rose 22.7% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.09 million in November.

Sika Industry Target Market USA recently announced the appointment of new personnel in the Customer Service group.

Evans Adhesive Corp. recently announced the hiring of David Speth, Ph.D., as a research chemist.