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Demand for Biocides Expected to be Strong Through 2024

Growing demand for biocides across industries such as paints and coatings, oil and gas, personal care, and food and beverages will be driven by the need for their antifungal, antibacterial, and antimicrobial properties.

November 18, 2019

The global biocides market is anticipated to surpass $13 billion by 2024, growing at a CAGR of around 5% from 2018-2024.

Ask Dr. Dave

What is the difference between thermoplastic and thermoset adhesives?

Thermoset and thermoplastic adhesives can be differentiated by whether or not they soften on heating.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

November 18, 2019

Adhesives can be classified in several ways, including their material origin (e.g., natural or synthetic) and their type of cure (e.g., physical curing such as drying or chemical curing).

MAPEI Receives 2019 GreenStep International Award

MAPEI reports that it has a strong global commitment to sustainable environmental practices.

November 15, 2019

MAPEI recently announced that it received the 2019 GreenStep International award at the GreenStep Environmental Awards banquet.

PSTC Announces Tape Summit Rebrand; Tape Week Offers Expanded Offerings for Pressure-Sensitive Tape Professionals

PSTC reports that the reinvigorated event will offer a record number of networking opportunities, expanded educational opportunities, and an optimized schedule.

November 15, 2019

The Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (PSTC) recently officially announced the rebranding of its historically named Tape Summit to Tape Week.

CREATIVE MATERIALS: High-Temperature-Resistant Coating

According to the company, this product features excellent bonding to most metal and plastic substrates, as well as silicone.

November 14, 2019

Creative Materials recently introduced 125-19(SP)C, a flexible, non-flammable, high-temperature-resistant conductive ink and coating.

Henkel Adhesive Technologies 2019 Supplier Awards

Henkel Recognizes Eastman, BYK, and Evonik in Annual Supplier Awards

According to Henkel Adhesive Technologies, it honors the close and successful collaboration across the value chains with these awards.

November 14, 2019

Henkel Adhesive Technologies recently announced that it has rewarded the performance of its strategic partners with its annual Supplier Awards.

Le Pagne and Duplechian Join Palmer Holland CASE Sales Team

David Le Pagne is responsible for Southern California, Colorado, and Utah, while Julue Duplechian will serve Houston, Austin/San Antonio, El Paso, Southern Texas, and Louisiana.

November 14, 2019

Palmer Holland recently welcomed David Le Pagne and Julue Duplechian to its CASE sales team.

Diamide-Based Organic Thixotrope: An Alternative to Fumed Silica in Adhesives and Sealants

A recently developed organic thixotrope based on diamide chemistry offers multiple opportunities for silyl-terminated polyurethane formulations.

Vimal Saini Carlos Feito Jörg Bungarten Elke Piron

November 14, 2019

Silyl-terminated polyurethanes (SPUR) are the basis for numerous adhesives and sealants used worldwide.

3M Joins Well Living Lab Alliance to Study the Impact of Living Spaces on Overall Health

As an alliance member, 3M will have access to emerging health insights and trends with the Well Living Lab studies, which can be leveraged in new product innovation and are based on scientific findings.

November 13, 2019

3M has joined the Well Living Lab Alliance, a global consortium of organizations supporting the advancement of knowledge about how the indoor places where people live, work, and play can improve human health and well-being.