In recent testimony before Congress, the Society of Chemical Manufacturers and Affiliates (SOCMA) commended the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for improving its implementation of the nation’s chemical security regulatory program.

MAPEI recently announced its Fort Lauderdale, Fla., plant has received the Manufacturers Association of Florida’s Manufacturers of the Year award.

Loparex recently announced that Jan Hilbrink has been appointed managing director for Loparex Europe.

H.B. Fuller Co. recently announced it has been named one of the Ethisphere Institute’s 2013 World’s Most Ethical Companies.

Michelman recently announced it has hired Federica Galli as New Business Development manager, Fibers & Composites.

Ensyn Technologies Inc. and Pinova Holdings Inc. recently announced the signing of a joint development agreement for the production of specialty chemical products.

The new alliance, Ashland Rus, combines Ashland’s resin technology with Composite Trade’s established network and local market knowledge.

Through 2017, a rebound in construction activity will propel growth in green building materials demand 11% annually to $86.6 billion, according to a new study.

NETZSCH Premier Technologies recently announced the hiring of David Watkins to the Grinding & Dispersing Group as a sales engineer.

The agreement grants Ellsworth Adhesives authorization to supply LORD products for engineered applications worldwide.