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Editor's Memo

Raw Materials Trends in Adhesives and Sealants

Our annual Raw Materials, Chemicals, Polymers and Additives Handbook includes description/use information for key products, as well as supplier details

February 1, 2019

This month’s issue is dedicated to all things raw materials.

AGC Announces Production Capacity Expansion

ACG recently announced it is significantly expanding production capacity of Fluon+ EA-2000 fluorinated resin.

January 31, 2019

A new facility will reportedly be established at its plant in Chiba, Japan.

Fernando to Receive Tess Award in Coatings

Ray Fernando, Ph.D., will receive the Roy W. Tess Award in Coatings for 2019.

January 31, 2019

Fernando is a professor and Arthur C. Edwards endowed chair.

Electronics Adhesives Market to Reach $7.8 Billion by 2022

The global electronic adhesives market is expected to reach a value of $7.8 billion by 2022.

January 30, 2019

The growth is due to the adhesives’ enhanced conductive and thermal properties.

3M Reports 2018 Sales Grew 3.5%

3M recently reported fourth-quarter and full-year 2018 results.

January 30, 2019

The company had 2018 sales of $32.8 billion, up 3.5% year-on-year.

Aerospace Adhesives and Sealants Market to Climb 5%

The global aerospace adhesives and sealants market is projected to grow from $775 million in 2018 to $1.008 billion by 2023.

January 29, 2019

Epoxy is projected to be the fastest-growing resin type segment of the market during the forecast period.

Nordson Corp. and Nordson Corp. Foundation Mark $100 Million Milestone

Nordson Corp. and the Nordson Corp. Foundation recently announced that they have contributed a combined $10 million to charity during the fiscal year ended October 31, 2018.

January 29, 2019

The year’s contributions mark a significant milestone for the company, which has now invested more than $100 million in its communities throughout its history.