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Chemical Activity Shows Gains in Commercial and Industrial Activity

The barometer is up 3.9% year-over-year.

July 30, 2018

The Chemical Activity Barometer rose 0.1% in July on a three-month moving average basis.

Huntsman Appoints Maroon Group as Distributor

The appointment is effective September 1.

July 23, 2018

The Maroon Group LLC Co. recently announced it has been selected by the Huntsman Corp.’s polyurethanes division to represent its isocyanates, prepolymers, and polyols in its Midwest territory.

RPM Streamlines Senior Leadership Structure

Ronald A. Rice, president and COO, has decided to take early retirement from the company.

July 11, 2018

RPM International Inc. recently announced its streamlined senior leadership structure.

Global Chemicals Production Continues On a Good Note

During May, capacity utilization in the global chemical industry gained 0.4 percentage points.

July 6, 2018

The global chemical industry continued on a good note as the second quarter progressed, according to data collected and tabulated by the American Chemistry Council.

Figure 1. Pressure-sensitive adhesives market size by product, 2013-2024 ($ million)

Market Trends

Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives Market to Cross $11 Billion by 2024

Lightweighting and replacing mechanical fasteners are key trends driving growth for PSAs in transportation.

July 2, 2018

The pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) market is expected to surpass $11 billion by 2024, according to a research report by Global Market Insights Inc. The growth is due to increasing usage in the automotive and transportation industry, as PSAs are finding use as alternatives to bolts, clips, and rivets, thus improving the speed and ease of assembly.

H.B. Fuller Co. Net Revenue Leaps 41% in Second Quarter 2018

Net revenue for the second quarter of 2018 was $789.4 million, an increase of 40.5%.

July 2, 2018

H.B. Fuller Co. recently reported financial results for the second quarter.

How to Sustain Regulatory Compliance for Chemical Labeling

Adhesive and sealant manufacturers’ regulatory departments must be more vigilant than ever in keeping up with evolving standards.

July 1, 2018

Managing regulatory compliance is a constant challenge for those in the chemical industry. The stakes are even higher today as companies must balance adherence to strict—often exhaustive, always changing—policies and procedures with the desire to embrace digital transformation and accelerate business to keep up with growing global competition.

Tape Talk

Understanding How Tape Works

Surface conditions and temperature can affect tape performance.

Michel Merkx

July 1, 2018

Have you ever wondered how tape works? When a pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tape is bonded to a surface, many factors are involved; understanding these dynamics will help ensure that tapes are bonded correctly and perform as expected.

Evolving Distribution Services for the Adhesives and Sealants Industry

A changing market has called for Maroon Group to forge deeper relationships and expanded product and service offerings.

July 1, 2018

Based in Avon, Ohio, Maroon Group LLC is a distributor of specialty chemicals, additives and ingredients across North America. The company comprises several regional operating companies focused on specific markets and geographies, with each company sharing a common infrastructure of industry-leading technology, value-add services, global sourcing and logistics network.