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DELO Reduces Global Carbon Footprint with High-Performance Shipping Containers

The savings correspond to the carbon dioxide emissions of 1,250 cars with an annual mileage of 9,321 miles.

January 29, 2021

Since 2018, DELO has saved 3,200 tons of carbon dioxide (CO²) with a new solution for shipping adhesives.

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Readers Drawn to Sika’s 2020 Financial Results

News from Sika regarding its 2020 financial results attracted the most reader attention last week.

Susan Sutton

January 25, 2021

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BASF Works Toward a Circular Economy for Adhesive Labels

CELAB (Toward a Circular Economy for Labels) is a cross-industry coalition that is currently focused on scaling up matrix and release liner recycling.

January 19, 2021

BASF announced that it is a founding member of a new global network dedicated to building a circular economy in the self-adhesive labeling industry.

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Avery Dennison Acquisition Garners Most Reader Interest

Last week, news from Avery Dennison regarding its latest acquisition drew the most reader interest.

Susan Sutton

January 18, 2021

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FLEXCON: Polypropylene Films for Labeling Applications

FLEXCon reports that the polypropylene films were subjected to rigorous durability testing side by side with vinyls, and they performed just as well.

January 13, 2021

FLEXcon Co., Inc. has announced the introduction of FLEXcon NEXgen polypropylene films, which are reportedly sustainable “greener” non-vinyl alternatives for durable labeling applications.

Meeting Increased E-Commerce Demands and High Sustainability Standards in a COVID-19 World

Manufacturers are closely examining the cartons used to ship consumer goods, as well as the tapes used on those cartons, all while focusing on sustainability.

January 11, 2021

Even before the global pandemic, increasing direct shipment demands were changing the shipping and packaging industry. However, with the heightened growth of e-commerce directly attributed to COVID-19, the shipping industry is processing and delivering an ever-increasing volume of heavier, bulkier, and more valuable packages—including food, beverages, and electronics—directly to the doorsteps of consumers and businesses.

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Bio-Based Resin Development from AkzoNobel Leads the News

Readers last week were most drawn to news from AkzoNobel regarding a collaboration focused on sustainable resins.

Susan Sutton

January 11, 2021

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Quest for Better Performance to Bolster Reactive Diluents Market

Using reactive diluents results in better performance of various products by improving thermal stability, tensile strength, adhesion, and other physical attributes.

January 8, 2021

The demand for reactive diluents was sluggish in 2020, but industry stakeholders are optimistic regarding its quick recovery.

SONGWON: Flame-Retardant Dispersion

SONGFLAME WB 201 solvent-free, aqueous, flame-retardant dispersion is designed especially for the coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers (CASE) market.

January 7, 2021

SONGWON recently announced that it has further developed its proprietary halogen-free technology and has added a new product to its portfolio of flame-retardant synergists.

HUNTSMAN: High-Performance Adhesive Range

The ARALDITE Adhesive Core Range consists of three technologies: epoxy, acrylic, and polyurethane.

January 5, 2021

Huntsman Advanced Materials has announced the launch of its ARALDITE 2000 Adhesive Core Range, designed to help businesses across virtually every industry maximize productivity by covering up to 80% of all bonding needs, from assembling high-performance products to making repairs in tough conditions.