The Freedonia Group has released Global Adhesives & Sealants, a report detailing the market’s increasing focus on sustainability, the strong potential in the Asia/Pacific region, and the opportunities in the water-based, reactive, and hot melt segments.

The plastics manufacturer intends to make increasing use of microorganisms and enzymes to make its products and processes even more sustainable. The company is developing new recycling processes based on biotechnology.

The 100% active matter content defoamer with polyether-modified polysiloxane technology meets increasingly stringent regulatory requirements. It does not contain biocides, nor does it require SVHC labeling, and can be used in formulations complying with current regulations.

The production at the new site will be ramped up in stages, starting with the company’s inorganic binder technology INOTEC, and followed by ASK Chemicals’ water-based coatings technology and risers.

As an external mixer, the Inline SLIM can be piped to the recirculation loop of virtually any size vessel. The 3A-compliant machine–featuring tri-clamp connections–can be cleaned in place, but is also quick to disassemble for deep cleaning and sanitation.

National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD) President and CEO Eric R. Byer applauded efforts by the U.S. House of Representatives to avert a freight rail strike, while supporting workers’ call for paid sick leave, and urged the Senate to approve the full package of legislation.

The 2023 Annual Convention and EXPO will be held April 17-19, 2023, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Any new technology, market intelligence or timely topics relevant to the adhesive and sealant industry will be considered. The deadline to submit abstracts is December 9, 2022.

The companies are entering into a long-term power purchase agreement with EDF Energy Services LLC (EDF). The agreement intends for American Acryl, a joint venture between the companies, to get 100% of its expected annual energy usage to be supplied by wind power.

Intertape Polymer Group (IPG) has announced the retirement of its current CEO, and the appointment of his replacement.

The election was held during NACD’s Annual Meeting, an annual chemical distribution industry event. Members of the executive committee will serve two-year terms, the directors-at-large will hold their positions for three years, and the regional directors-at-large will hold their positions for either two- or three-year terms.