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Omya Announces Distribution Agreement with SONGWON Industrial Group

Omya now represents SONGWON in the coatings, adhesives and construction markets throughout the U.S. and Canada.

April 12, 2018

Omya recently announced a new distribution agreement with SONGWON Industrial Group.

RPM Reports Record Results for Fiscal 2018 Third Quarter

In the third quarter, net sales grew 7.8% to $1.1 billion.

April 11, 2018

RPM International Inc. recently reported record sales and net income for its fiscal 2018 third quarter.

Decontaminating Landfills

Could the decontamination of landfills and open dumpsites really prove to be profitable?

Joan Mantini

April 11, 2018

In his dissertation Yahya Jani, Ph.D., indicates that the extraction of valuable materials from hazardous waste could possibly contribute to the reduction in the overuse of natural resources on Earth.

ASHLAND: Paint Thickener

April 10, 2018

This company is broadening its portfolio of hydrophobically modified hydroxyethylcellulose (HMHEC) products with the introduction of Natrosol Plus 550 HMHEC.

Gabriel Performance Products Acquires Royce International

The acquisition of Royce reportedly expands Gabriel’s offerings of solutions for the coatings, adhesives, and composites markets.

April 10, 2018

Gabriel Performance Products recently announced the acquisition of Royce International, a supplier of specialty epoxy resins, diluents, curing agents, and additives.

SOCMA Addresses Proposed China Tariffs’ Impact to Chemical Industry

A statement was issued from Jennifer Abril, SOCMA president and CEO.

April 9, 2018

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers and Affiliates (SOCMA) recently responded to an announcement by China that it plans to impose tariffs on billions of dollars in U.S. exports.

Kinser Appointed RPM VP of Operations

He will be responsible for setting and delivering upon manufacturing and supply chain strategies across all RPM business segments.

April 9, 2018

RPM International Inc. recently announced that Timothy R. Kinser has been appointed vice president of operations, effective June 1.

Strategic Solutions

Beyond Adhesion: Disruptive Innovation’s Impact in Transportation Adhesives

Part two of this series compares consumption trends in automotive powertrain adhesives and sealants to those of pure electric drivetrains.

Aggie Lotz Daniel S. Murad

April 6, 2018

In internal combustion (IC) engines, epoxy, silicone and UV/visible light-curing formulations offer enhanced capabilities and speed productivity to meet OEM and tier suppliers’ requirements. Significant innovations in gasketing, impregnation compounds, and bonding and potting can improve overall performance for automotive assembly applications.