As we’ve all seen, the events of the past two years have posed significant potential roadblocks to research and development efforts. How are companies evaluating the multiple issues involved, exploring potential solutions, and pivoting to ensure their companies remain focused on innovation in these challenging times?

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. 

Tarsus Group, organizer of Labelexpo Asia, recently announced that the show will be postponed until December 7-10, 2022. 

The Tsukuba plant of Japan Fine Coatings Co., Ltd., a Covestro group company, recently received the Safety Award Grand Prize from the Japan Chemical Industry Association.

R.E. Carroll, Inc. recently announced two new personnel appointments: a corporate controller and the new operations manager at the company’s Dalton, Ga., location.  

Scott Bader recently announced that it will serve as the platinum sponsor for MarineAM, an advanced materials event for the UK marine sector. 

The Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (PSTC) recently named Joseph Binder, Ph.D., R&D polymer synthesis chemist for Dow Adhesives, the recipient of the 2022 Carl Dahlquist Award. 

3M’s latest medical adhesive, 3M™ Spunlace Extended Wear Adhesive Tape on Liner, 4576, was reportedly developed for extended-wear devices requiring attachment to the skin for up to a 21-day wear time. 

Construction adhesives are a growing business, and for good reason. They can be used in almost any construction project, big or small, and they strengthen and improve the longevity of common projects like installing subflooring, hanging drywall, finishing trim and moldings, and hanging cabinets, as well as outdoor landscaping and finishing projects.

Avery Dennison Performance Tapes recently announced its Core Series™ Portfolio Tape Selection app.