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Lubribond to Distribute Scott Bader Structural Adhesives Line in Benelux

Lubribond Benelux offers a range of adhesives and chemical bonding agents including industrial adhesives and silicones.

May 26, 2021

Scott Bader Co. Ltd. recently announced its partnership with Lubribond Benelux for the distribution of Crestabond^® structural adhesives for industrial applications in The Benelux Union.

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Common Dispensing Challenges and Solutions for Adhesives and Other Materials

Nearly 900 plant engineering and management personnel from diverse industries within the U.S. weigh in on specific challenges they face relating to their dispensing methods.

Claude Bergeron

May 25, 2021

The methods for dispensing adhesives, epoxies, grease, silicone, oils, sealants, and a multitude of other assembly fluids cover a wide spectrum of techniques—from manual applications like squeeze bottles, toothpicks, and hand-plunger syringes to semi-automated tabletop dispensing robots. Each dispensing method presents unique challenges as manufacturers attempt to scale the sophistication of their fluid dispensing processes to meet requirements for quality, volume throughput, and cost efficiency.

DELO Sees Sales Increase in 2021 Fiscal Year

After a year of major fluctuations in demand due to the COVID-19 pandemic, DELO experienced growth of around 2%.

May 25, 2021

DELO ended its 2021 fiscal year (April 1, 2020-March 31, 2021) with revenues of €167 million (approximately $203.9 million).

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H.B. Fuller Food Safety Certification Triggers Strong Reader Interest

Massive interest on LinkedIn helped propel an announcement from H.B. Fuller to the top of the news list.

Susan Sutton

May 24, 2021

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3M State of Science Index: Public Trust in Science Continues to Grow

Science is heightening the world’s expectations for what is possible, according to the 2021 3M State of Science Index.

May 24, 2021

The 2021 study was fielded from February to March and includes respondents from 17 countries, making it the largest data pool to date.

DuPont Takes Steps to Increase Capacity for Automotive Adhesives in Europe

The investment will expand capacity to support growth in vehicle electrification.

May 24, 2021

DuPont Mobility & Materials recently announced it is investing $5 million in capital and operating resources at its manufacturing facilities in Germany and Switzerland to increase capacity for its high-performance automotive adhesives.

ALTANA Acquires Henkel's Closure Materials Business

The business will be integrated into ALTANA Group's ACTEGA division.

May 21, 2021

ALTANA recently announced that it has acquired Henkel's closure materials business.

From the Editor

Adhesives and Sealants Help Brands Achieve the Complete Package

Brands are exploring sustainable packaging as a means of increasing their appeal to environmentally conscious consumers.

Susan Sutton

May 21, 2021

Brands have long relied on their products’ packaging to draw the consumers’ eye and entice them to consider a purchase. But packaging has evolved beyond eye-catching graphics to encompass so much more, particularly as consumers continue to explore “green” products and services with the goal of helping to address climate change.

Dow Leaders Achieve Recognition on INvolve's 2021 EMpower Ethnic Minority Role Model Lists

Honorees are recognized for the success in their own careers and efforts to drive for more inclusive workplaces.

May 20, 2021

Dow recently announced that five of its leaders earned recognition on three 2021 EMpower Ethnic Minority Role Model lists, including Top 20 Advocates, 100 Ethnic Minority Executives, and 100 Ethnic Minority Future Leaders.