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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.

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.

Munich Adhesives and Finishing Symposium Issues Call for Papers

This year the Munich Adhesives and Finishing Symposium focuses on pressure-sensitive adhesives and more.

April 6, 2018

Organizers of the 43rd Munich Adhesives and Finishing Symposium recently announced a call for papers.

Acrylic Adhesives to Lead North American Floor Adhesives Market Growth

In terms of technology type, water-based technology currently dominates the North American floor adhesives market.

April 6, 2018

The North American floor adhesives market is likely to reach an estimated value of $1.097.9 billion in 2023.

Adhesives Market Value to Reach $53 Billion by 2022

On the basis of type, non-reactive adhesives segment reportedly dominated the overall adhesives market.

April 5, 2018

The global adhesives market is expected to reach $53,503 million by 2022 supported by a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.5% during the forecast period.

H.B. Fuller Income Jumps 42% in First Quarter 2018

Net income for the first quarter of 2018 was $47.7 million.

April 3, 2018

H.B. Fuller Co. recently announced financial results for the first quarter that ended March 3.

Editor's Memo

Collaborating for Success in the Adhesives and Sealants Industry

Teamwork among departments can ensure business success in multiple settings.

Teresa McPherson

April 2, 2018

The issue you are holding in your hands (whether a physical copy or virtual on an electronic device) is the result of the collaboration of a number of people in various locations around the globe—many of whom have never met!

From the ASC President: Gather with the Adhesives and Sealants Industry in Miami

The ASC 2018 Annual Spring Convention and Expo provides opportunities to learn, share, and network with industry professionals.

Bill Allmond

April 2, 2018

I am pleased to share exciting details about the ASC 2018 Annual Spring Convention and Expo. As you know, this annual event is the largest U.S. gathering of adhesive and sealant professionals.

Dispensing Systems for Dosing Two-Component Silicones

Dosing systems should offer easy adjustment of the mixing ratio.

April 2, 2018

Silicones are some of the most versatile connecting materials available and can be used across a huge range of applications. In addition, the ongoing development of silicones is opening new applications in the industry for future production methods, leading to a need for new processing systems for both one- and two-component materials.