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Gabriel Performance Products Acquires Royce International

The acquisition of Royce reportedly expands Gabriel’s offerings of solutions for the coatings, adhesives, and composites markets.

April 10, 2018

Gabriel Performance Products recently announced the acquisition of Royce International, a supplier of specialty epoxy resins, diluents, curing agents, and additives.

SOCMA Addresses Proposed China Tariffs’ Impact to Chemical Industry

A statement was issued from Jennifer Abril, SOCMA president and CEO.

April 9, 2018

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers and Affiliates (SOCMA) recently responded to an announcement by China that it plans to impose tariffs on billions of dollars in U.S. exports.

Sartomer Expands Distribution Agreement with Harwick Standard

The agreement will allow the company to market and sell Sartomer specialty (meth) acrylate additives and co-agents.

April 4, 2018

Sartomer Americas recently announced that it is expanding its distribution network through a partnership with Harwick Standard Distribution Corp.

MICHELMAN: Surface Additive

April 3, 2018

This company’s new wood coating is a water-based surface additive for use in exterior wood stains and sealants.

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!

Introduction to Farnesene-Based Polyols for Adhesives and Sealants Formulation

A new hydrophobic polyol derived from a renewable source offers lower viscosity than hydroxyl-terminated polybutadienes (HTPBs) of the same molecular weight.

Herbert Chao Steve Henning Nan Tian Tomas Trnka

April 2, 2018

Hydroxyl-terminated polybutadiene (HTPB) resins are known to have a higher viscosity than polyether polyols of the same molecular weight. A new hydrophobic polyol derived from renewable resources, namely polyfarnesene diol, has been developed having lower viscosity than the HTPBs of the same molecular weight.

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.

Stepan Completes BASF Surfactant Business Acquisition

The facility is located close to Mexico City.

March 30, 2018

Stepan Co. recently announced that, through a subsidiary in Mexico, it has closed on the previously announced agreement with BASF Mexicana, S.A. DE C.V.

FEICA Announces Keynote Speakers

The business forum plans to explore the implications of the digital age for business and strive to identify practical strategies that will help adhesive and sealant companies to succeed in this new era.

March 29, 2018

FEICA recently announced the keynote speakers in the business forum “Adhesives and Sealants in the digital age,” taking place during the 2018 European Adhesive & Sealant Conference and Expo.