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Pursell Joins R.E. Carroll as Southwest Technical Sales Representative

Ricky Pursell has 24 years of experience in the specialty chemical industry.

January 27, 2022

R.E. Carroll Inc. recently announced that Ricky Pursell has been named technical sales representative for the Southwest Region.

DuPont Microcircuit and Components Materials Collaborates with Kuprion

A new agreement for ActiveCopper™ products will enhance DuPont Microcircuit and Components Materials’ thick film paste portfolio.

January 27, 2022

The DuPont Microcircuit and Components Materials (MCM) business has announced a strategic collaboration with Kuprion Inc. to launch the ActiveCopper™ thick film paste suite of products to the electronics industry.

From the Editor

Resolving Supply Chain Issues for the Adhesive and Sealant Industry

Participants in this issue’s supply chain roundtable discuss current challenges, specific materials that are experiencing supply shortages, end-use sector considerations, and projections for the future.

Susan Sutton

January 27, 2022

The past year has brought an unprecedented combination of factors that have worked together to impact the supply chain, in some cases severely. The industry’s sustained resolve in navigating this onslaught of material shortages, logistics challenges, and other issues has been impressive. It is unfortunately looking like all of that determination, ingenuity, and flexibility will be required well into 2022.

SOCMA Confirms Specialty & Custom Chemicals Show for February

The Specialty & Custom Chemicals Show will feature more than 165 exhibitors.

January 26, 2022

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) has confirmed that the Specialty & Custom Chemicals Show will be held February 28-March 2 at the Omni in Fort Worth, Texas.

Mactac to Acquire Spinnaker Coating

Spinnaker specializes in the customized production and distribution of pressure-sensitive roll label and sheet base materials in North America.

January 26, 2022

Mactac^®, a LINTEC company, has entered into an agreement to purchase the assets of Spinnaker Coating, LLC.

Ask Dr. Dave

Alternative Cure Systems for RTV Silicone Sealants

We use RTV silicones in our assembly operations, and our workers keep complaining about the strong vinegar smell. Somebody told me that we might be able to get low-odor, low-volatile silicones. What issues should we be aware of?

Dave Dunn Ph.D.

January 25, 2022

Room-temperature vulcanizing (RTV) silicones are well-known for their extreme durability. They are convenient one-component sealants that cure by reaction with moisture from the atmosphere.

Nynas Reorganization Effectively Closes

According to a composition agreement, certain creditors agreed to have claims converted to long-term senior loans.

January 25, 2022

Nynas has settled the payment in full to trade creditors that had claims remaining after they received an initial payment following the completion of Nynas’ company reorganization in January 2021.

Photo of containers of Huntsman's Araldite 2080 structural adhesive

HUNTSMAN: Non-Flammable Structural Adhesive

This adhesive reportedly helps increase end-customer and employee satisfaction, especially in confined working environments, while delivering exceptional bond performance.

January 25, 2022

Huntsman has launched its ARALDITE^® 2080 adhesive, a low-odor, non-flammable (according to CLP, flashpoint > 60°C), and primer-free structural acrylate adhesive.

Image illustrating placement of adhesives and coatings on a circuit board

Henkel Presence at IPC APEX EXPO 2022 to Feature Materials for Consumer and Industrial Electronics Applications

IPC APEX EXPO 2022 is taking place January 22-27 in San Diego, Calif.

January 25, 2022

Henkel’s exhibit and paper presentations at IPC APEX EXPO 2022 will showcase solutions addressing the requirements across market sectors for increased reliability and sustainability.