Innovative Chemical Products Group (ICP) recently announced that it has acquired Gardner-Gibson and Sun Coatings (Gardner-Gibson), a leading manufacturer of liquid-applied roof coatings, roofing products, driveway sealers, and specialty paints primarily serving professional contractors for commercial and residential applications.

The demand for reactive diluents was sluggish in 2020, but industry stakeholders are optimistic regarding its quick recovery.

Mule-Hide Products Co. Inc. recently announced that it has promoted Dan Conley to the role of national business development manager.

AkzoNobel N.V. recently announced that it will expand its presence in the North American yacht coatings market through the acquisition of New Nautical Coatings, owner of the Sea Hawk brand.

Kraton Corp. recently announced a general price increase for all hydrogenated styrenic block copolymer (HSBC) products.

SONGWON recently announced that it has further developed its proprietary halogen-free technology and has added a new product to its portfolio of flame-retardant synergists.

Avery Dennison recently announced that it has acquired the business of Ohio-based ACPO Ltd. for the purchase price of $87.6 million, subject to certain post-closing adjustments.

IPC recently announced the November 2020 findings from its North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program.

Huntsman Advanced Materials has announced the launch of its ARALDITE 2000 Adhesive Core Range, designed to help businesses across virtually every industry maximize productivity by covering up to 80% of all bonding needs, from assembling high-performance products to making repairs in tough conditions.

Despite the coronavirus pandemic, small business owners have been resilient, pivoting and adapting their business models to navigate continually changing conditions.