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Arkema to Increase Production of Bio-Circular Elastomers

An investment at the company’s Serquigny site in France will increase production of the bio-circular Pebax Rnew and traditional Pebax ranges.

January 24, 2022

Arkema will increase its global manufacturing capacity for Pebax elastomers by approximately 25% through an investment at its Serquigny plant in France.

Builder Confidence Edges Lower on Inflation Concerns

Builder confidence is lower even as consumer demand remains robust.

January 21, 2022

Growing inflation concerns and ongoing supply chain disruptions snapped a four-month rise in builder sentiment, according to the most recent National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index.

H.B. Fuller Revenue Jumps 17.5% in 2021

The company reported net revenue for fiscal 2021 of $3.3 billion.

January 21, 2022

H.B. Fuller Co. recently reported financial results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended November 27, 2021.

Photo of the Ross Versamix VM-600 with SLIM technology

CHARLES ROSS & SON CO.: Multi-Shaft Mixers

Multi-shaft mixers provide powder dispersion into liquids such as resins, oils, melted waxes, emulsions, and aqueous solutions.

January 20, 2022

Multi-shaft mixers with solids/liquid injection manifold (SLIM) technology from Charles Ross & Son Co. reportedly enable fast and efficient large-scale powder dispersion into low-viscosity liquids.

FINAT Reports on Supply Chain Continuity and Sustainability

A FINAT study reports that supply chain issues and sustainable label and packaging solutions are the top concerns regarding label procurement trends with brand owner professionals.

January 20, 2022

FINAT, the European association for the self-adhesive label industry, has released the 16^th edition of its “FINAT RADAR” half-yearly market trends report.

Sewell Named to Huntsman Board of Directors as Reaud Plans Retirement

David B. Sewell brings nearly 15 years of senior leadership and operational experience at major materials companies to the Huntsman board.

January 20, 2022

Huntsman Corp. has appointed David B. Sewell, currently the CEO of WestRock Co., to its board of directors.

Striving for Sustainability

European Bio-Economy Experiencing Growth

The bio-economy in Europe is robust, as sales in bio-based industries are on the rise.

January 19, 2022

The bio-based industries continue their ascent in the European bio-economy, marking a total contribution of €780 billion (approximately $874.9 billion). This figure is an increase of 4% compared to 2017 and more than 20% compared to 2008.

Sorensen Named National Architectural Sales Manager for W. R. MEADOWS

Isaac Sorensen will oversee all architectural strategies and objectives across the U.S.

January 19, 2022

W. R. MEADOWS has promoted Isaac Sorensen to the role of national architectural sales manager.

Program Released for 45th Adhesion Society Annual Meeting

The Adhesion Society is also offering a short course on adhesion science and technology two days before the start of the meeting.

January 19, 2022

The program for the 45^th Annual Meeting of the Adhesion Society has been released.

FEICA: European Adhesives and Sealants Market Study

The study draws its data from direct interviews with stakeholders in the adhesive and sealant industry.

January 18, 2022

FEICA, the Association of the European Adhesive and Sealant Industry, recently released a market study focusing on “The European Adhesives and Sealants Market.”