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SULZER MIXPAC USA INC.: Cartridge Dispensing System

March 23, 2018

This company offers three additions to the MixCoat line.

3M: Composite Spray Adhesive

March 22, 2018

This company designed a new adhesive that features benefits for industrial, marine, transportation and composite manufacturers.

Hooper Elected Tri-Tex CEO

Hooper has more than 30 years of specialty chemical industry experience.

March 22, 2018

Tri-Tex recently announced that Richard Hooper has been appointed chief executive officer.

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in-adhesives Symposium a Success

Topics discussed included automotive, lightweight, medical science/health and natural resources.

March 21, 2018

Over 100 delegates from 21 countries participated in the symposium on adhesives and industrial adhesives technology.

Chemence Buys Supreme Recourses

Over the next 12 months, the company intends to integrate this newly acquired electronics adhesive portfolio into its own Krylex® product line.

March 21, 2018

Chemence Inc. recently announced its purchase of the electronics adhesive business and technology of Georgia-based manufacturer Supreme Recourses, Inc.

MACTAC: Double-Coated Tape

March 20, 2018

This company recently announced the addition of a permanent/removable double-coated tape to its double-coated tapes product line.

RPM Acquires Miracle Sealants

Miracle Sealants has annual net sales of approximately $25 million.

March 20, 2018

RPM International Inc. recently announced that its Rust-Oleum Group has acquired Miracle Sealants Co.

WACKER Opens Moscow Lab

The new lab is intended to strengthen the company’s presence in Russia by expanding the service portfolio offered by its technical center in Moscow.

March 19, 2018

Wacker recently announced it is integrating a new dedicated laboratory for adhesives and sealants based on silane-terminated polyethers used mostly in the construction industry.

Composite Material Receives REACH

The powder is reportedly used as a base ingredient, additive and process aid.

March 19, 2018

RSS LLC recently announced that its Harmonite® composite has met all the requirements of the European Union’s (EU) REACH Article 33 “Substances of Very High Concern” communications protocols.

Ask Dr. Dave

What packaging materials do you recommend for moisture-sensitive reactive adhesives and sealants?

Dave Dunn's March 2018 column.

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

March 16, 2018

Packages are chosen based on performance and cost. Specialty materials like anaerobic adhesives need oxygen to maintain their stability and shelf life. These materials were traditionally packaged in low-density polyethylene tubes or bottles to allow air diffusion into the package.