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Nouryon Increases Production Capacity for Expandable Microspheres in Sweden

Nouryon also announced earlier this year that it would invest in a new world-scale Expancel plant in the U.S., subject to final board approval.

June 19, 2019

Nouryon has completed a €20 million (approximately $22.4 million) project in Sundsvall, Sweden, that significantly raises production capacity for its Expancel expandable microspheres.

Maroon Group Expands CASE Division with Addition of Crockett

Located in Franklin, Tenn., Joel Crockett will be responsible for Maroon Group coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers (CASE) accounts in Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama.

June 18, 2019

Maroon Group recently announced the appointment of Joel Crockett to the position of account manager.

Eastman Expands DEHA Capacity at St. Gabriel Site

Diethylhydroxylamine is used primarily in water treatment and in the production of various polymers, such as styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR).

June 18, 2019

Eastman Chemical Co. recently announced the successful completion of a de-bottlenecking of its diethylhydroxylamine (DEHA) unit in St. Gabriel, La.

DYNATROL: Small Vessel Proportional Level Detector for Adhesives and Sealants Applications

The EC-103C(G) control unit is paired with a detector and can activate electro-pneumatic transducers, pumps, valve positioners, indicators, controllers, or other DC current devices.

June 18, 2019

The Dynatrol^® CL-10GP proportional level detector is reportedly specifically designed to control liquid levels in adhesives or sealants processing, small vessels, or anywhere it is necessary to obtain proportional level control over a precise range.

Strategic Solutions

Will Your Next Car be Assembled Like a Smartphone?

Electrically conductive adhesive use is rising as fine spacing, environmental restrictions, and new materials impact or replace vehicle assembly methods.

James (Jim) E. Swope

June 18, 2019

Mobility trends point to the expanded use of sensors, cameras, and electronic controls in vehicle assembly.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Bostik Poster Session Win Lands in Top News Spot

Readers last week were most interested in Bostik’s PSTC Tape Summit success.

Susan Sutton

June 17, 2019

Has your company experienced a big win recently? Please share you success stories with me at suttons@bnpmedia.com.

RPM Acquires Commercial Joint Sealant Manufacturer Schul International

Schul’s product line primarily consists of pre-compressed, self-expanding foam tapes, which are used for sealing vertical and horizontal joints in applications that include window seals, precast concrete, modular construction, and concrete façade restoration.

June 17, 2019

RPM International Inc. recently announced that its Tremco business has acquired Schul International Co., LLC, a manufacturer of joint sealants for commercial construction, as well as Willseal LLC, a business that markets and sells Schul products.

Luxury Vehicle Market to See Strong Growth through 2023

Increasing demand for luxury vans and buses, as well as electrified vehicles, is positively impacting the market.

June 17, 2019

A recent market research study projects the global luxury vehicle market to grow at a CAGR of more than 12% from 2019-2023.

Jonsson to Take the Reins at Covestro in 2020

Haakan Jonsson joined Covestro in 1992 as a scientist, working at the company’s North American headquarters in Pittsburgh.

June 14, 2019

Covestro LLC recently announced that its current president, Haakan Jonsson, Ph.D., will also take over as chairman of the board of directors, effective January 1, 2020.

HP Opens New 3D Printing and Digital Manufacturing Center of Excellence in Barcelona

The new center reportedly brings together hundreds of the world’s leading additive manufacturing experts in more than 150,000 sq ft of cutting-edge innovation space.

June 14, 2019

HP Inc. recently opened the doors to its new 3D Printing and Digital Manufacturing Center of Excellence in Barcelona, Spain.