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Sartomer Achieves Worldwide “Double Zero” Safety Milestone

On February 28, 2020, Sartomer accomplished one full year with zero safety incidents in two categories: no recordable injuries and no major process safety events.

March 6, 2020

Sartomer, a business line of Arkema, recently announced that it is celebrating a new “double zero” safety record, achieved at its combined plants, R&D centers, and headquarters around the world.

CVC THERMOSET SPECIALTIES: Epoxy Resins, Tougheners, and Curatives for Oil and Gas Pipeline Applications

According to CVC, coverings and coatings made with its HyPox CTBN-modified epoxy resins can help protect pipelines from corrosion.

March 5, 2020

CVC Thermoset Specialties recently announced that it has developed advanced materials to help oil and gas pipeline engineers meet challenges such as corrosion, cathodic disbondment, and high-temperature resistance.

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New Henkel Facility in India Leads the News

An announcement from Henkel regarding its latest manufacturing facility drew the most reader interest last week.

Susan Sutton

March 2, 2020

Is your company expanding? We’d love to help spread the news! Please send your press releases to me at suttons@bnpmedia.com.

Maroon Group Promotes Beavis to Operations Manager

Dustin Beavis joined Maroon Group in August 2019 as an operations specialist, bringing with him over three years of operations management experience.

March 2, 2020

Maroon Group recently announced that Dustin Beavis has been named operations manager for the Avon, Ohio, facility.

POSTPONED

2020 World Adhesive and Sealant Conference Keynotes: Leadership Insights from Around the World

Planned 2020 World Adhesive and Sealant Conference keynote speakers share a sneak peek of what they'll be discussing at the event.

Susan Sutton

March 2, 2020

Every four years, the adhesives and sealants community gathers at the World Adhesive and Sealant Conference (WAC) to explore opportunities for education, networking, and growth. This year’s event, hosted by the Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) and co-organized by the Asia Regional Adhesive Council (ARAC) and FEICA (association of the European Adhesive and Sealant Industry), will be held April 20-22 at the Chicago Hilton in Chicago, Ill.

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Industry Leaders Share Insights at the 2020 World Adhesive and Sealant Conference

World Adhesive and Sealant Conference attendees will be able to listen to industry leaders share their thoughts on a broad range of topics influencing the industry.

Susan Sutton

March 2, 2020

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.

Huntsman Completes Icynene-Lapolla Acquisition

The acquisition of Icynene-Lapolla is reportedly aligned with Huntsman’s strategy of growing its downstream polyurethanes business.

February 26, 2020

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.

Azelis Americas Appoints Zamudio Sales Director in Mexico

Based in Mexico City, Lucia Zamudio is tasked with building out Azelis’ CASE and Plastic Additives sales team and related functions in Mexico.

February 25, 2020

Azelis Americas, LLC has hired Lucia Zamudio in the position of Sales director for the CASE division, Mexico, to lead the Azelis Americas CASE and Plastic Additive business in Mexico.

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Improving Shipment Efficiencies in the Adhesives and Sealants Industry

Challenges exist within many transportation departments, including a lack of drivers, new hours of service rules, fluctuating demand, and higher prices.

David Cahn

February 24, 2020

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.

Dow Board to Appoint CEO Fitterling to Serve as Chairman; Wyant to Join Board and Shaw to Retire

Jill Wyant will stand for election to Dow’s board, while Ruth G. Shaw will retire from the board accordance with the company’s director tenure requirements.

February 24, 2020

Dow recently announced that its board of directors plans to appoint CEO Jim Fitterling to be chairman following the company’s annual meeting of stockholders on April 9, 2020.