The 2020 World Adhesive and Sealant Conference (WAC2020) will provide myriad opportunities for adhesives and sealants professionals to gather and learn about the latest products and technologies that the industry has to offer.

Mactac recently announced that it has named Kevin Clunie Sales and Marketing director in its Performance Adhesives Group. 

Huntsman Corp. recently announced that it has completed its acquisition of Icynene-Lapolla, a North American manufacturer and distributor of spray polyurethane foam (SPF) insulation systems for residential and commercial applications. 

Creative Materials, Inc. recently introduced GPC 251A/B2612, a two-component 100% solids, silver-filled conductive epoxy adhesive.

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According to Grand View Research, the global adhesives and sealants market was valued at $52.6 billion in 2017 and is expected to witness a CAGR of 5.6% from 2018-2025. Increasing demand from automotive, construction, packaging, furniture, footwear, and pressure-sensitive applications are primary factors driving growth.

All adhesives tend to lose strength on immersion in water. Water acts in two ways on a bonded assembly: It can be absorbed into the adhesive and soften it, and it can degrade the interface between the adhesive and the bonded surfaces.