Intertape Polymer Group (IPG) has been recognized for meeting the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Energy Star Challenge.

The acquisition is expected to significantly strengthen Ashland’s functional ingredients active patent portfolio, as well as its team of research and development scientists.

Special adhesives were required for the development of a new type of microwave popcorn packaging: the Pop Up Bowl. The adhesives had to be water-based and resistant to heat and

Momentive Specialty Chemicals Inc. and UPC Technology Corp. have signed a memorandum of understanding to create a joint venture company that will build manufacturing capability in China to produce specialty phenolic resins.

The global cylinders industry has witnessed a gradual shift from the type I steel cylinders to an increased usage of composite cylinders in various segments.

The Dow Chemical Co. recently announced it is continuing to invest in a “Packaging Center of Excellence” in Horgen, Switzerland.

For the 18th consecutive year since the program began, Eastman Chemical Co. has earned energy efficiency awards from the American Chemistry Council (ACC).

A new hydrogel adhesive has been approved in Europe for use as an ocular bandage in cataract surgery. Doctors say that the glue is efficacious in sealing eye wounds and

3M recently announced that Inge G. Thulin has been appointed executive vice president and chief operating officer (COO), effective May 1.

The new venture, McCoy Soudal Sealants Adhesive & Foams Pvt. Ltd. will manufacture, service and supply sealants, adhesives, and foams in the Indian market under the co-brand McCoy Soudal.