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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.

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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).

Momentive Performance Materials Moves Polyurethane Additives Headquarters to China, Increases Capacity

August 30, 2013

Momentive Performance Materials Inc. recently announced investments it has made to support its polyurethane additives product line.

Dow to Expand Polymer Brands

August 29, 2013

The Dow Chemical Co. recently confirmed the locations for expanding four of its brand franchises in Texas and Louisiana.

Clariant to Collaborate on Polypropylene Catalyst Development

August 29, 2013

Clariant recently announced that its Business Unit Catalysts has signed long-term cooperation agreements with CB&I’s Lummus Novolen Technology GmbH business unit.

ARKEMA INC.: PVDF Polymers

August 28, 2013

This company announced it is adding several grades of its Kynar^® polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) and Kynar Flex® PVDF to the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) 61 listing for potable water applications.

Dow Opens New Northeast Technology Center in Pennsylvania

August 27, 2013

The Dow Chemical Co. recently inaugurated its new Northeast Technology Center (NTC) in Collegeville, Pa.

Momentive Announces Startup of New Resins Plant in Thailand

August 23, 2013

The plant, reportedly constructed to minimize its potential impact on the surrounding area, significantly increased the company’s capacity to produce acrylic-based resins and service customers locally.