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RPM Reports Record Second-Quarter Results

Net sales of $1.32 billion were up 10.5% over the $1.19 billion reported a year ago.

January 9, 2018

RPM International Inc. recently reported record sales, net income and diluted earnings per share for its fiscal 2018 second quarter.

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ROSS: Dual Disperser

January 9, 2018

This company recently announced the addition of an advanced planetary mixer.

Single-Family Housing Starts Rise in Line with Builder Confidence

Year-to-date, single-family housing starts are 8.7% above their level over the same period last year.

January 9, 2018

Nationwide housing starts rose 3.3% in November 2017 to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.297 million units after a downwardly revised October reading, according to newly released data from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Commerce Department.

Richards to Head Covestro’s Coatings, Adhesives and Specialties Business

Having started her career at Covestro (then part of Bayer) in 1990, Richards brings more than 20 years’ experience in marketing, sales, human resources and general management.

January 8, 2018

Covestro LLC recently announced that Aleta Richards will succeed Christine Bryant as head of commercial operations for its North American Coatings, Adhesives and Specialties (CAS) business.

Palmer Holland Regional Sales Manager Hunt Dies

Hunt was a 30-year veteran of the chemical industry.

January 8, 2018

Palmer Holland recently announced the passing of Joe Hunt, its regional sales manager.

Bostik Completes Acquisition of XL Brands

With this acquisition, Arkema reportedly actively pursues the development of Bostik.

January 5, 2018

Bostik recently announced it has completed the acquisition of XL Brands, a provider of floor covering adhesives in the U.S.

Maroon Organizes Holiday Donations

A wish list of much-needed basic daily supplies, as well as themed baskets for local families, were collected and delivered to each specific charity.

January 5, 2018

Donations were organized for two charities of Lorain County; the Community Resource Services (Avon/Avon Lake) and the Neighborhood Alliance-Haven Center, and the holiday elves at Maroon Group LLC stuffed “Santa’s Super Sack” for the 2017 holiday season.

IPC to Launch STEM Program at IPC APEX EXPO 2018

Students participating in the STEM program while at the show will be introduced to an industry that they might not otherwise have access to.

January 4, 2018

At IPC APEX EXPO 2018, which will be held February 24-March 1 in San Diego, IPC will introduce a STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) program for high school students.