Sustainability - Articles - Page 80 | Adhesives & Sealants Industry

Maroon Group Earns Silver Level Recognition from EcoVadis for Third Consecutive Year

Through the comprehensive EcoVadis CSR assessment, Maroon Group was rated on 21 CSR indicators within categories including Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement.

January 16, 2020

Maroon Group recently announced that it has again been granted Silver Level recognition from EcoVadis for it EcoVadis Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program.

Strong Growth Projected for Fischer-Tropsch Wax Market Through 2025

Fischer-Tropsch wax will continue to experience substantial growth in the North America region.

January 13, 2020

The global Fischer-Tropsch (FT) wax market is set to grow from its current market value of more than $750 million to over $1.2 billion by 2025.

Maroon Group Becomes Certified Member of RSPO

As a certified member of the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO), Maroon Group will partner with Certified Sustainable Palm Oil producers that comply with a set of environmental and social criteria developed by RSPO.

January 9, 2020

Maroon Group recently announced that it is now a certified member of the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil.

Evonik and LIKAT Rostock Partner in Carbonylation Chemistry Development

With this new process, Evonik reports that the participating project partners are laying the foundation for a more environmentally friendly and cost-effective large-scale method of synthesis.

January 8, 2020

Evonik Industries recently announced that a research team led by Matthias Beller, Ph.D., director of the Leibniz Institute for Catalysis at the University of Rostock (LIKAT Rostock), and Robert Franke, Ph.D., of Evonik Performance Materials GmbH, has succeeded in double carbonylating 1,3-butadiene directly to produce adipates (salts of adipic acid).

Construction and Automotive Industries to Drive Strong Global Isocyanates Demand

The global isocyanates market is witnessing consistent demand in the construction industry due to its reactive chemical properties and its usage in the production of adhesives, foams, and elastomers.

January 2, 2020

The global isocyanate market is projected to record an expansion rate of around 6% from 2019-2027.

HENKEL: Recyclable Packaging Adhesives

Henkel reports that the solvent-free adhesives and coatings of the RE range are suitable for recycling and bonding of recycled plastic films.

December 12, 2019

With its new RE range that is “designed for recycling,” Henkel reports that it is introducing adhesives and coatings that both improve the recyclability of flexible packaging and make it possible to use recycled content in new packaging.

Sun Chemical Releases 2018 Sustainability Report

According to Sun Chemical, the 2018 report shows that it achieved its recent energy and water usage goals.

December 11, 2019

Sun Chemical recently released its 2018 Corporate Sustainability Report, which focuses on how the company’s commitment to sustainability has led to new products and services that help customers improve their eco-efficiency goals.

Bostik Addresses Regional Industry Challenges at LabelExpo Asia 2019

Products displayed at the Bostik booth included removable labels, linerless labels, food direct contact labels, and wash off labels.

December 9, 2019

Bostik recently announced that it showcased a wide range of solutions and technologies for the tapes and labels industry at the recent LabelExpo Asia 2019.

3M Forms Science, Technology & Sustainability Committee in Updated Board Structure

According to 3M, the new Science, Technology & Sustainability Committee will help ensure the company is building on its innovation capabilities while maintaining its product stewardship standards.

December 5, 2019

The 3M board of directors has established a new committee to provide oversight of the company’s strategies related to research and development, commercialization, sustainability, environmental stewardship, and other related activities.

Ashland’s Merry Hill Facility to Receive 2019 SOCMA Sustainability Award

As the recipient of SOCMA’s Sustainability Award, Ashland’s Merry Hill plant specifically caught the eye of the judges with the unique processes included in its sustainability program.

December 4, 2019

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) recently announced that Ashland’s Merry Hill facility is being recognized for its tremendous efforts and unique approaches to sustainability practices as part of the association’s 2019 Performance Improvement Awards program during SOCMA Week, December 4-6, in New Orleans.