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FEICA Highlights Importance of Reasonable Approach to Extension of Polymer Registration Requirements

Several relevant parameters need to be considered regarding a proposed registration of polymers under REACH, according to FEICA.

February 15, 2021

In a recent position paper, FEICA, the Association of the European Adhesive & Sealant Industry, explains the perspective of the adhesives and sealants industry regarding the registration of polymers.

Demand for Wearable Devices to Surge through 2021

Study reports that wearable devices will help mobile operators drive more than $12 billion in service revenue by the end of 2021.

February 15, 2021

A study from InForGrowth reports that wearable device shipments will grow at a CAGR of approximately 22% between 2018-2021.

Dow’s Fitterling Elected to 3M Board of Directors

Fitterling became CEO of Dow in July 2018 and was elected chairman in April 2020.

February 15, 2021

3M recently announced that Jim Fitterling, chairman and CEO of Dow, Inc., has been elected to 3M's board of directors.

Registration Opens for 2021 ASSEMBLY Show

Attendees will have opportunities to evaluate the latest technologies, connect with potential business partners, learn the latest process improvement techniques to streamline their operation, and much more.

February 12, 2021

Registration is open for the ASSEMBLY Show, which will return in person to the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Ill., October 24-26, 2021.

AkzoNobel research and development facility

AkzoNobel Opens R&D Lab for Low-Cure Powder Coatings

Dedicated to delivering low-cure powder coatings for use on heat-sensitive substrates, the new facility features an application lab, process lab, and an analytical and testing lab.

February 12, 2021

AkzoNobel has opened a new research center at its site in Como, Italy, that will develop products for the rapidly growing area of powder on wood.

Graco Plans for Growth with Purchase of Land in Minnesota

The purchase will allow two of Graco's three business divisions currently operating in Minneapolis to relocate.

February 11, 2021

Graco Inc. recently announced that it has purchased approximately 100 acres of undeveloped land in Dayton, Minn., which are part of the French Lake Industrial Center.

Ashland Commits to Science Based Targets Initiative and United Nations Global Compact

More than 1,000 businesses are working with the Science Based Targets initiative to reduce their emissions in line with climate science.

February 11, 2021

Ashland is joining the global movement of leading companies and aligning operations with the aim of the Paris Climate Accord to limit global temperature rise to 1.5°C above preindustrial levels.

ASC Announces Call for Entries for Annual Innovation Awards

The awards identify impact chemistries that contribute to downstream industries’ unmet needs and technology advancements.

February 10, 2021

The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) recently announced that entries are open for its annual Innovation Awards Program, which is designed to recognize innovation in adhesive and sealant product developments.

Avery Dennison Net Sales Essentially Flat for Fiscal 2020

The company reported net sales for fiscal year 2020 declined 1.4% to $6.97 billion, while net sales in the fourth quarter were up 12.3% to $1.99 billion.

February 10, 2021

Avery Dennison Corp. recently announced preliminary, unaudited results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended January 2, 2021, and provided an update related to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the company.