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Nordson Completes Acquisition of Polymer Processing Companies

September 12, 2013

Nordson Corp. recently announced it has completed its acquisition of Münster, Germany-based Kreyenborg Group’s Kreyenborg GmbH and BKG Bruckmann & Kreyenborg Granuliertechnik GmbH companies.

Huntsman Completes Acquisition of Polyols Manufacturer

September 11, 2013

Huntsman Corp. recently announced it has completed its acquisition of the business of Oxid L.P., a manufacturer and marketer of specialty urethane polyols in Houston, Texas.

GELEST INC.: Silicon Compounds Handbook

September 11, 2013

“Silicon Compounds: Silanes & Silicones, 5000A” is a new handbook that introduces over 250 new compounds and nearly 50 new polymers.

Raw Materials Pricing Could Hamper Global Epoxy Resins Market

September 6, 2013

The global epoxy resins market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 7.36% over 2012-2016.

Troy Corp. Continues Support of OBPA Materials for Plastics

September 5, 2013

Troy Corp. recently announced its continuing support of OBPA materials for plastics applications.

Archway Sales Named Polyurethanes Distributor for BASF

September 5, 2013

BASF recently announced it has appointed Archway Sales Inc. as a distributor for polyurethane chemicals to the CASE market in the Ohio valley.

Advancing Adhesives: Improving Hot-Melt Adhesives

A new generation of polyolefins with valuable properties has been introduced.

September 4, 2013

Polyolefin-based, hot-melt adhesives have proven their advantages in various fields of adhesive applications in recent decades. In the last 10 years, a new generation of polyolefins have been introduced, showing new and value-adding properties for the hot-melt adhesive customer.

Building Industry Knowledge: Preview of the ASC Fall Convention and Expo

On October 21-23, the Adhesive and Sealant Council will hold its biannual convention in Minneapolis.

September 4, 2013

Industry professionals will be exposed to new trends, technologies and topical expertise at the Adhesive and Sealant Council’s (ASC) Fall Convention & Expo, which will take place next month at the Hilton Minneapolis in Minneapolis.

Guest Blog

OSHA NEP Focuses on Isocyanate Exposure in the Workplace

The agency’s announced goal is to reduce employee exposure to isocyanates that can potentially lead to work-related asthmatic symptoms.

Mark Collatz

September 4, 2013

As a partner in the value chain, adhesive and sealant manufacturers with products containing isocyanate material at a minimum should consider notifying their customers of the existence of this new OSHA program.

Croda Receives OSHA Recognition

September 3, 2013

Croda Inc. recently announced its approval by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for participation in the Voluntary Protection Program (VPP).