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There are two pieces of information that have been repeatedly presented to me since I started editing this publication: one – people in this industry work very hard to create new chemistries to solve large and small problems across many, many industries; and two – the average person never really considers the impact adhesives and sealants have on their day-to-day lives. 

During uncertain times, manufacturers can adopt new methods to create stability and deliver sustainable bottom-line results.

The various supply chain disruptions of the past several years brought into sharp focus the need to identify alternative sources for key products, including adhesives used in assembly operations.

A recent report on the demand for sustainable adhesives projects that the market for sustainable adhesives will be worth $3.7 billion by 2029.

If you happened to be traveling on an airplane, using public transit in a major U.S. city, or interacting with your healthcare provider the week of July 19, then you may have had a very personal, up-close experience with the overarching role technology plays in our modern world.

To summarize the overall trends in the industry in 2023, sales from many companies were down for the year, but the end of the year and the beginning of 2024 offer reasons for optimism.

Because of their unique properties in the electronics sector, adhesives and sealants make a difference in terms of process efficiency, design optimization, durability, repairability, and recycling.

Optimal execution throughout a merger, acquisition, or divestiture is necessary to achieve the best possible deal and position your company for future success.

There is a lot of discussion these days in the automotive industry about self-driving technology in cars. I remember talking to an executive in the automotive industry over 10 years ago about driving on the Autobahn and using the self-driving technology that was available at that time. 

Three eco-friendly adhesives products were honored with the 2024 ASC Innovation Awards at this year’s ASC Annual Convention & Expo.