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EVONIK: Coil Coating Additives

October 11, 2016

Two new coating additives are available from this company.

Huntsman Polyurethanes Receives BMW Supplier Innovation Award for Sustainability

Huntsman's polyurethanes division has received a supplier innovation award from BMW Group.

October 10, 2016

They were awarded for developing a technology that reduces total emissions from the polyurethane seating foam.

Green Biologics Signs Caldic B.V. as Distributor

Green Biologics Inc. recently announced a distribution agreement with Caldic B.V.

October 10, 2016

Caldic will distribute Green Biologics’ bio-based, high purity chemicals to customers in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.

WACKER: Encapsulants

October 10, 2016

This company offers two new encapsulation compounds for light-emitting diodes (LED).

Emery Oleochemicals Opens Pilot Plant

Emery Oleochemicals recently announced it has opened a new pilot plant in Loxstedt, Germany.

October 7, 2016

The facility is intended to give the GPA team greater flexibility in upscaling products.

NuSil, Avantor Merger Complete

Avantor Performance Materials recently announced its merger with NuSil Technology LLC has been completed.

October 7, 2016

Michael Stubblefield will serve as CEO of the combined entity.

Ashland Announces New Corporate Identity

Ashland recently revealed its new “Always Solving™” corporate identity.

October 6, 2016

The new identity is intended to further its competitive strategy following its eventual separation from Valvoline.

Firestone Polymers Announces Executive Changes

Firestone Polymers recently announced that Bob Handlos, president and CEO, plans to retire.

October 5, 2016

Gene Lavengco, current executive director of manufacturing, has been named president and CEO, effective this month.

Chemical Industry Growth for 2016 Flat

Global Chemical Production Regional Index shows growth has been nearly flat most of the year thus far.

October 4, 2016

The headline index for August reportedly showed no gain or loss on a three-month moving average.

Industry Gathers in Tokyo for World Adhesive and Sealant Conference

The Japan Adhesive Industry Association will host the World Adhesive & Sealant Conference 2016.

October 3, 2016

The World Adhesive & Sealant Conference 2016 (WAC2016) is scheduled to take place October 26-28 at the Shinagawa Prince Hotel in Tokyo. The main theme of WAC2016 is Creating Tomorrow, with three keywords: Environment, Creation, and Evolution. Some 700 delegates are expected to attend from around the world, representing adhesive and sealant manufacturers and suppliers to the industry.