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Davenport Named Newest ChemQuest Director

A specialty chemicals industry veteran, Karl Davenport brings over 35 years of global experience to ChemQuest.

October 9, 2020

The ChemQuest Group recently announced that it has hired Karl Davenport to be its newest director.

Bringing the Industry Together at the ASC Virtual Convention and EXPO

The ASC Virtual Convention and EXPO will offer a co-located short course, live keynote speakers, dozens of education sessions, an interactive exhibition, and many networking opportunities.

October 8, 2020

The global COVID-19 pandemic has made it challenging for the industry to come together at traditional trade shows, meetings, and other events. The ongoing crisis and evolving safety guidelines prompted The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) to pivot multiple times throughout the year, ultimately developing a Virtual Convention and EXPO that will be held November 4-6.

VISCOTEC: Diamond-Coated Dispensing Rotor

Rotors refined with a so-called “diamond coating” (DC) can reportedly double or triple the lifetime of the system until the rotor must be replaced.

October 8, 2020

preeflow by ViscoTec has developed a solution to significantly improve the service life of the dispensing system when processing highly abrasive materials, especially in small quantity ranges.

Sika Shares Details Regarding COVID-19 Impact and Strategic Targets

Members of group management and Sika experts explained how trends such as innovation, digitalization, renovation, and sustainability are opening up opportunities for the company to gain market share during the COVID-19 crisis.

October 8, 2020

At the recent Sika Capital Markets Day 2020 held in Zurich, CEO Paul Schuler confirmed the group’s strategic targets.

BASF Closes Divestiture of Construction Chemicals Business

With around 7,500 employees, the Construction Chemicals business operates production sites and sales offices in more than 60 countries and generated sales of about €2.6 billion (~ $3.1 billion) in 2019.

October 8, 2020

BASF recently announced that it has closed the divestiture of its Construction Chemicals business to an affiliate of Lone Star, a global private equity firm.

Berry Global Facility Achieves ISCC Plus Certification for the Production of Sustainable Nonwovens

ISCC Plus is a supply chain certification for circular materials, both recycled and bio-based.

October 7, 2020

Berry Global Group, Inc. recently announced that its Biesheim, France, facility has achieved an International Sustainability and Carbon Certificate (ISCC), which enables the site to sell ISCC Plus-certified nonwovens.

Pilot Chemical Adds EPA Emerging Viral Pathogen Claim to Eight Products

The impacted products are from Pilot chemical’s EPA-registered quaternary ammonium compound and active ingredient line.

October 7, 2020

Pilot Chemical Corp. recently announced that, through its Mason Chemical Co. subsidiary, it has received U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) acceptance to add an emerging viral pathogen claim to the labels of eight products.

Henkel to Host Manufacturing Day Events for High School Students

During the events, students will learn about Henkel’s adhesives technologies through a guided video tour and a virtual Q&A session with site leaders.

October 6, 2020

Henkel recently announced that it is opening its virtual doors to local high school students to recognize Manufacturing Day.

DAP acrylic urethane elastomeric sealants

DAP: High-Performance Acrylic Urethane Elastomeric Sealants

DAP reports that Power Point 300 provides maximum flexibility and strong multi-material adhesion for a long-lasting, durable seal that won’t crack.

October 6, 2020

DAP has expanded its line of Power Point caulks and sealants, specifically formulated for the professional painting contractor, to include a line of high-performance acrylic urethane sealants called Power Point 300.

Ashland Completes Sale of Maleic Anhydride Business to AOC Materials

The transaction was valued at $100 million.

October 6, 2020

Ashland Global Holdings Inc. recently announced that it has closed the sale of its maleic anhydride business and manufacturing facility in Neal, W.Va., to AOC Materials LLC.