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Chromaflo Technologies Adds Driessen to Global Innovation and Technology Team

Luc Driessen will assist the team in improving Chromaflo’s existing product performance and developing next-generation product lines throughout its product portfolio.

April 17, 2020

Chromaflo Technologies recently announced a new assignment for Luc Driessen on the Global Innovation and Technology team.

Advancing Adhesives

Elastic Strand Bonding without the Use of End-Block Resins

Styrene-isoprene-styrene polymers can be used to eliminate the need for end-block resins in elastic laminate bonding applications.

Paul Dalley J.D.

April 16, 2020

Styrene-isoprene-styrene polymers can be used to eliminate the need for end-block resins in elastic laminate bonding applications.

ASC Announces Call for Speakers for Annual Convention in November

The deadline to submit abstracts for the ASC 2020 Annual Convention and EXPO is May 25.

April 15, 2020

The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) has issued a call for speakers for its 2020 Annual Convention and EXPO, which will be held November 4-6 in Louisville, Ky.

Cambrian Solutions Appointed Distributor for Arakawa Chemical Hydrogenated Hydrocarbon Resin Line in Canada

Arakawa’s market focus in the Americas is reportedly in supplying to hot melts, sealants, pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs), tapes, and plastic film modification, among other adhesive applications.

April 14, 2020

Arakawa Chemical Inc. recently announced the appointment of Cambrian Solutions, a Maroon Group Company, as Canadian distributor for its C9 hydrogenated hydrocarbon line sold under the ARKON brand name.

Real-Time Monitoring of Adhesive and Sealant Properties

The correct adjustment of flow characteristics of sealants and thermosetting adhesives is crucial to their performance in automated, high-speed production environments.

Joe Goodbread

Sunil Kumar

April 14, 2020

The automated application of sealants and adhesives in settings such as automotive production requires that predictable, reproducible quantities are applied, and that they flow properly and remain in place during the final setting period.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Readers Most Interested in H.B. Fuller’s First Quarter Results and COVID-19 Impact

Last week, news from H.B. Fuller regarding its financial results for the first quarter drew the most reader interest last week.

Susan Sutton

April 13, 2020

How is COVID-19 impacting your business? Please contact me at (248) 786-1704 or suttons@bnpmedia.com to share your story.

COVID-19 and the adhesives and sealants industry

How is COVID-19 Impacting the Adhesives and Sealants Industry?

Adhesives and sealants companies are facing major challenges on a number of fronts due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but they can take steps to navigate through the crisis.

Susan Sutton

April 10, 2020

The broad economic effect of the coronavirus is not yet known, and it might not be fully realized for quite some time. What does this mean for adhesives and sealants companies?

Emerald Kalama Chemical Names Herbst Vice President and General Manager of Consumer Specialties

In this role, Wendy Herbst will be responsible for the strategic direction and all commercial and operational aspects of the global business.

April 10, 2020

Emerald Kalama Chemical recently announced that it has appointed Wendy Herbst vice president and general manager of its Consumer Specialties business.

FEICA Announces Cancellation of Annual Conference Due to COVID-19

FEICA will be reaching out to attendees and exhibitors to organize refunds or to reschedule their participation for 2021.

April 10, 2020

FEICA, the Association of the European Adhesive and Sealant Industry, recently announced that the threat posed by the COVID-19 pandemic has prompted the cancellation of its European Adhesive & Sealant Conference and EXPO.

How Do Stabilizers Improve Durability in Adhesives and Sealants Formulations?

Raw materials in adhesives and sealants formulations are often protected from degradation by suitable stabilizer packages or through appropriate packaging.

Benno Blickenstorfer

April 9, 2020

Stabilizing additives such as antioxidants (AOs), ultraviolet (UV) absorbers, and hindered amine light stabilizers enable formulators to create durable adhesives and sealants, thereby extending the life of adhesively bonded goods.