Adhesives & Sealants Industry articles from September 2007

Adhesives & Sealants Industry archives from September 2007

Planning ahead.(EDITOR'S MEMO)(Conference notes)
September 1, 2007... This month's issue is polybagged with our 2008 ASI Media Kit, which includes the editorial calendar (for extra copies, visit our website at www.adhesivesmag.com). I'm excited to tell you about several new features we're introducing next year....

Ashland Inc.(COMPANY NEWS)
September 1, 2007... ASHLAND INC., Dublin, OH, has announced nearly $80 million in expansion projects for the company's operations in China. The projects consist of a new resin production plant and a technology and business services center.

Basell, Hoofddorp, Netherlands, and Lyondell Chemical Co., Houston, have announced the signing of a definitive agreement pursuant to which Basell will acquire Lyondell's outstanding common shares for $48 per common share in an all-cash transaction.(COMPANY NEWS)
September 1, 2007... BASELL, Hoofddorp, Netherlands, and LYONDELL CHEMICAL CO., Houston, have announced the signing of a definitive agreement pursuant to which Basell will acquire Lyondell's outstanding common shares for $48 per common share in an all-cash...

Buckingham Capital Partners II, L.P.(COMPANY NEWS)
September 1, 2007... BUCKINGHAM CAPITAL PARTNERS II, L.P., New York, NY, has announced the acquisition of ISOCHEM Inc. of Lockport, New York, a U.S. subsidiary of GROUPE SNPE, Paris. The company is being renamed VanDeMark Chemical Inc., taking the name from the...

ChemCentral.(COMPANY NEWS)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... The explosion and fire that destroyed a CHEMCENTRAL facility in Kansas City, MO, on Feb. 7 has let to a civil complaint filed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The EPA alleges violations of the federal Clean Air Act and the...

DAP Inc.(COMPANY NEWS)
September 1, 2007... DAP INC., Baltimore, has announced the rebranding, repackaging and expansion of its line of professional-quality construction adhesives. All DAP construction adhesives have been rebranded under the Beats the Nail[R] brand of professional...

The Dow Chemical Co., Midland, MI, and the Bayer Group, Leverkusen, Germany, have announced the closing of Dow's acquisition of Wolff Walsrode.(COMPANY NEWS)
September 1, 2007... THE DOW CHEMICAL CO., Midland, MI, and the BAYER GROUP, Leverkusen, Germany, have announced the closing of Dow's acquisition of Wolff Walsrode. The purchase price of 540 million [euro] (approximately U.S.$725 million) includes a cash component...

The Edgewater Funds.(COMPANY NEWS)
September 1, 2007... THE EDGEWATER FUNDS, Chicago, has announced the formation of a strategic alliance with Robert B. Covalt and Associates that will focus on buyout opportunities of high-quality, middle-market companies in the specialty chemical industry, with an...

Hercules Inc., Wilmington, DE, and Heartland Resource Technologies LLC, Pasadena, CA, have announced a new research and development venture called H2H Innovations.(COMPANY NEWS)
September 1, 2007... HERCULES INC., Wilmington, DE, and HEARTLAND RESOURCE TECHNOLOGIES LLC, Pasadena, CA, have announced a new research and development venture called H2H Innovations. H2H Innovations plans to leverage existing soy-based adhesive technologies from...

NineSigma, a leading provider of open innovation solutions, has announced that The Adhesive and Sealant Council, Inc. (ASC), a North American trade association dedicated to representing the adhesive and sealant industry, has joined its Innovation Alliance Program.(COMPANY NEWS)
September 1, 2007... NINESIGMA, a leading provider of open innovation solutions, has announced that THE ADHESIVE AND SEALANT COUNCIL, INC. (ASC), a North American trade association dedicated to representing the adhesive and sealant industry, has joined its...

Plasticolors Inc.(COMPANY NEWS)
September 1, 2007... PLASTICOLORS INC., Ashtabula, OH, has completed an asset purchase of the UCD[TM] Colorants products previously owned by Rohm & Haas. The purchase includes the UCD V-Line, Q-Line, HS-Line, E-Line, SF-Line, PS-Line, L-Line, W-Line, and N-Line.

Prime Resins Inc.(COMPANY NEWS)
September 1, 2007... Conyers, GA-based PRIME RESINS INC., a leading manufacturer of polyurethane grouts, epoxies and polyurea resins used for infrastructure repair and restoration, recently celebrated its 25th anniversary. David Barton founded the company in 1982...

Rohm and Haas Co.(COMPANY NEWS)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... The board of directors of ROHM AND HAAS CO., Philadelphia, recently authorized the repurchase of up to $2 billion of its common stock. The company intends to execute the accelerated share repurchase (ASR) following the completion of its...

RPM International Inc.(COMPANY NEWS)
September 1, 2007... RPM INTERNATIONAL INC., Medina, OH, has reported record sales, record net income and record diluted earnings per share for its fiscal 2007 fourth quarter and year ended May 31, 2007. The company's larger industrial segment posted sharp...

Teachers' private capital, the private investment arm of the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan (OTPP).(COMPANY NEWS)
September 1, 2007... TEACHERS' PRIVATE CAPITAL, the private investment arm of the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan (OTPP), has completed the purchase of specialty resins and paper overlays producer DYNEA NORTH AMERICA from Dynea Chemicals Oy of Finland.

Hercules receives Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge Award.(APPLAUSE)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... Hercules Inc., in collaboration with Prof. Kaichang Li of Oregon State University and Columbia Forest Products, has received a 2007 Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge Award in the Greener Synthetic Pathways category. Winners in five...

Rohm and Haas Co.(PEOPLE)
September 1, 2007... PATRICE BARTHELMES, group vice president for the Packaging and Building Materials business of Rohm and Haas Co., Philadelphia, is relinquishing his role as European Region director in order to devote full time to the global operations and...

RPM International Inc.(PEOPLE)
September 1, 2007... RPM International Inc., Medina, OH, has announced that EDWARD B. BRANDON will retire from the board of directors at the annual meeting of stockholders to be held on Oct. To fill the vacancy created by Brandon's retirement, the board of...

H.B. Fuller Co.(PEOPLE)
September 1, 2007... H.B. Fuller Co., St. Paul, MN, has announced the appointment of FABRIZIO CORRADINI to the position of vice president and chief strategy officer. Corradini, of Luxembourg, most recently served as an officer of the European Investment Fund, where...

Nordson Corp.(PEOPLE)
September 1, 2007... Nordson Corp. has announced that KEN KREEGER has been named global director of business development, Finishing Systems for the company's Industrial Coating and Automotive Systems segment. In his new position, Kreeger will lead the segment's...

Chemtura Corp.(PEOPLE)(appointment of Ian Laskowitz and Jonathan Sterling)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... IAN LASKOWITZ has been named Application and Design engineer at Chemtura Corp., Middlebury, CT, where he will assist customers in failure analysis, part design and corresponding material selection, and processing techniques. JONATHAN STERLING...

ND Industries.(PEOPLE)(Stanley Ma and Gladstone Trotman III are appointed)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... ND Industries, Clawson, MI, has announced the appointment of STANLEY MA to the position of operations manager of ND Industries Canada ULC. Before relocating to Canada in 2001, Ma worked for seven years in the aerospace, engineering design and...

Graco Inc.(PEOPLE)
September 1, 2007... PATRICK J. MCHALE has been named president and CEO of Minneapolis-based Graco Inc. He has also been designated a member of the board of directors. McHale has been a vice president and officer of Graco since 1999, and most recently served as...

Henkel Corp.(PEOPLE)
September 1, 2007... Henkel Corp., Irvine, CA, has announced the appointment of PATRICK TRIPPEL to the position of president for the company's aerospace group. Trippel currently serves as president of the electronics group of Henkel and will maintain these duties...

PSTC announces 2007 Dahlquist Award winner.(APPLAUSE)
September 1, 2007... Cornelis Beyers, Ph.D., BASF-AG, is the 2007 Carl Dahlquist award winner for his paper, "Advanced Polymer Design for Adhesives," presented during Tech 30 Global Conference VI. Tech 30 was part of the Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (PSTC) 2007...

Price adjustments.(COMPANY NEWS)(Statistical table)
September 1, 2007... PRICE ADJUSTMENTS COMPANY PRODUCT INCREASE BASF Corp., Elastolan[R] thermoplastic 15 cents/lb Wyandotte, MI polyurethane elastomers (TPUs) ...

Calendar.(Calendar)
September 1, 2007... SEPTEMBER 2007 9-11 TRFA 2007 Annual Meeting; The Thermoset Resin Formulators Association; Hyatt Regency Savannah; Savannah, GA; (630) 942-6596, www.trfa.org 10-14 Advanced Plural Component Spray Equipment Training Seminar; Specialty...

On the move: automotive coatings, adhesives & sealants demand to exceed $7 billion in 2010.(MARKET TRENDS)(Cover story)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Demand for automotive coatings, adhesives and sealants in the United States is forecast to rise 4.1% per year to over $7 billion in 2010. Growth in OEM demand will be supported by U.S. motor vehicle production, which...

Magnolia Plastics celebrates 50 years.(FOCUS ON)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This year, Chamblee, GA-based Magnolia Plastics Inc. celebrates its 50th year as a provider of high-performance stock and custom-formulated epoxy systems. It is estimated that every major commercial or...

Structural adhesives for Advanced Automotive Manufacturing: adhesives resist wash-off while providing cost and weight benefits.
September 1, 2007... Whether you need to add stability to a final component or optimize a manufacturing process, structural adhesives offer an increasingly broad range of customizable benefits. Used in conjunction with mechanical fasteners or welds, or as a...

Glue within glue: high-performance adhesives dominate automotive engineering.
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A robot sprays adhesive on the interior of a truck's windshield. Minutes later, this major glass component, weighing 40-60 kg, is firmly bonded to the coated body of the vehicle. A few hours later, the...

Heavy metals: the global impact of the accelerating cost increase of metals on the electronics-assembly industry.
September 1, 2007... As members of the IPC Solder Products Value Council (1), we are compelled to clarify the current situation regarding the global supply and demand of two crucial metallic elements to the electronics industry. Tin and silver prices recently...

REACH: frequently asked questions: questions and answers on the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) and the REACH regulation.(The Business of Adhesives and Sealants)(Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals)
September 1, 2007... The European Union's new chemicals legislation Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) went in effect on June 1. REACH will allow for better knowledge on chemicals and more efficient communication on...

ASC announces Fall Convention.
September 1, 2007... The Adhesive and Sealant Council's Fall 2007 Convention and Exposition will be held Oct. 8-10 at the Hyatt Regency Crown Center in Kansas City, MO. This year's Fall Convention will feature a two-and-a-half day conference program, networking...

Adhesives & Sealants Conference.(Brussels Welcomes)(Conference news)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] The 2007 FEICA European Adhesives & Sealants Conference takes place in Brussels, Belgium, on Sept. 12-14. The three-day conference begins on Wednesday with board meetings. On Thursday, attendees will be greeted...

Design challenge: design-of-experiment method helps solve an adhesive tape production problem.
September 1, 2007... Intertape Polymer Group (IPG) experienced intermittent production problems in producing a masking-tape product. The adhesive sometimes picked off to the opposite side of the backing, making it necessary to scrap the product and shut down...

Adhesive reinforces air ducts.(Assembly: END USER)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Aerospace components manufacturer Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics (SGPPL), Seattle, has perfected a system for producing secondary structures such as lightweight, self-insulating air-distribution ducts and panels...

Simply structural: adhesives prove to be a cost-effective alternative to welding for marine and industrial applications.(Assembly: END USER)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Proven in a variety of end-use markets--including more than 50 million cars, trucks, specialty vehicles and boats worldwide--structural-adhesive bonding is an established joining method. Because the adhesives are...

Aqueous primer: Aqua Based Technologies.(RAW MATERIALS)
September 1, 2007... Aquaforte 108W is a general-purpose primer with superior qualities for extrusion coating low density polyethylene (LDPE) to polyester (PET) or aluminum foil. The product's excellent grease and oil resistance makes it particularly suitable for...

Wind Tapes: 3M.(FORMULATED ADHESIVES)
September 1, 2007... 3M has announced the availability of its new Wind Tapes 8608 and 8609 for the wind energy market. Wind Tapes 8608 and 8609 provide long-lasting protection from damage caused by sand, rain, moisture ingression, insects, and airborne particles....

Polyurethane adhesive: Chemique Adhesives and Sealants Ltd.(FORMULATED ADHESIVES)
September 1, 2007... Polyped2 was specifically formulated for the bonding of metal pedestals to concrete when installing raised flooring systems, though it can also be used in many other applications where a two-part polyurethane adhesive is required with good...

Glove polymer: Dow Reichhold.(FORMULATED ADHESIVES)
September 1, 2007... Dow Reichhold Specialty Latex has introduced DR3988 synthetic latex, a next-generation nitrile polymer that offers significant improvements in performance across a range of critical properties for the manufacturing of thin gloves. This new...

Die attach paste: Henkel.(FORMULATED ADHESIVES)
September 1, 2007... Designed for today's challenging small footprint devices, Hysol[R] QMI708[TM] is a high-performance die attach paste that has been formulated specifically for small die on copper leadframes. The innovative material has been developed to attach...

Rubber tape: Pres-On Products.(FORMULATED ADHESIVES)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This company has introduced Pres-Bond P10600 Series cork and nitrile rubber composite tape, ideal for a variety of OEM applications from marine and RV flooring to padding and cushioning of store fixture, furniture...

Viscometer: Brookfield Engineering.(EQUIPMENT)
September 1, 2007... This company has introduced a new DV-I Prime Viscometer with a totally new look and feel and several new features. The shape, color scheme and keypad layout have all been improved. New "Timed Option" and "Print" buttons have also been added to...

Double Planetary Mixer: Charles Ross & Son Co.(EQUIPMENT)
September 1, 2007... Charles Ross & Son Co. recently introduced its improved 500 Gallon Double Planetary Mixer. The mixer is equipped with special "HV" high-viscosity mixing blades. The "HV" design permits the mixing of extremely viscous materials up to 8,000,000...

Top-entering agitators: Chemineer.(EQUIPMENT)
September 1, 2007... Chemineer has announced the launch of a new line of top-entering agitators designated the Model 20 HT/GT. The new agitators are designed for a wide range of service in the chemical, pharmaceutical, ethanol and biofuels, water and wastewater,...

Double syringes: Conprotec Inc.(EQUIPMENT)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This company, a leading innovator of two-component adhesive dispensing systems, has announced the availability of its new line of double barrel syringes. The new syringe system consists of a manual plunger, a...

Gasket: Garlock Sealing Technologies.(EQUIPMENT)
September 1, 2007... This company, a leader in fluid sealing technology for more than 100 years, has launched Multi-Swell[TM], a proprietary new gasketing material. The world's first self-loading general service gasket, Multi-Swell creates its own load when it...

Dispensing robot: I&J Fisnar Inc.(EQUIPMENT)
September 1, 2007... Model I&J7400 is the largest dispensing robot in this company's current desktop robot series with a working area of 15.75" x 15.75" (400 mm x 400 mm) and a footprint depth of less than 30 inches (760mm) for mounting on an industrial workbench....

Peristaltic Pump Dispenser: I&J Fisnar Inc.(EQUIPMENT)
September 1, 2007... Precision dispensing of dangerous or toxic substances can be controlled by the model PPD-130 Peristaltic Pump Dispenser from I&J Fisnar Inc., maintaining a clean and safe bench environment while providing accurate and repeatable deposits of...

Metering Pump: Moyno Inc.(EQUIPMENT)
September 1, 2007... This company offers the Moyno[R] Metering Pump for economical and efficient performance when metering low-flow liquids in a range of processing applications, including dosing, sampling, and metering. The progressing cavity design of the...

Adhesive melters: Nordson Corp.(EQUIPMENT)
September 1, 2007... New PURBlue EC melters from Nordson Corp. simplify use of reactive polyurethane (PUR) adhesives. A unique "easy-to-clean" design makes clean up and maintenance quick and effortless. Efficient operation and maintenance help increase productivity...

Hot-melt applicators: Power Adhesives.(EQUIPMENT)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This company's new Tec 6300 and 7300 high-output industrial pneumatic spray hot-melt applicators are serious alternatives to traditional hot-melt application systems, eliminating expensive bulk melt tanks and fragile...

Dispense valve: Sealant Equipment & Engineering.(EQUIPMENT)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The new Model 2200-972-001 Manual Snuf-Bak[TM] Horizontal Dispense Valve is designed for precision shot dispensing of one-component materials horizontally onto an exterior surface or into a product interior. This...

Laboratory attritor: Union Process Inc.(EQUIPMENT)
September 1, 2007... The HSA-1/1-S combination laboratory attritor features a single-motor system that allows users to switch back and forth between a high-speed system (HAS-1), which uses 1-2 mm grinding media, and the conventional system (1-S), which uses 3-10...

Jacketing system: Venture Tape.(EQUIPMENT)
September 1, 2007... Venture Tape Corp now offers a new version of its highly successful 1555CW jacketing system in white. The zero-perm jacketing consists of a combination of polyester, aluminum foil and white polypropylene. It is coated with Venture Tape's CW, a...

New website: Binks.(RESOURCES)(Website overview)
September 1, 2007... This company has announced the launch of a new website designed to provide up-to-the-minute information about its products and services. The site is built around the company's mission to be the preferred provider of liquid finishing solutions...

Redesigned website: Krylon Products Group.(RESOURCES)(Website overview)
September 1, 2007... This company's newly redesigned, user-friendly website at www.kpg-industrial.com features products from all of its trusted lines, including Krylon[R] Industrial, Sprayon[R], Tri-Flow[R], White Lightning[R], Rubberset[R], DupliColor[R], Quality...

New website: Pilot Chemical Co.(RESOURCES)(Website overview)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Pilot Chemical Co. recently launched a redesigned website that provides expanded information on its products, chemistries, capabilities, management and applications. The site, www.pilotchemical. com, features simple...

Polymer Products website: Saint-Gobain.(RESOURCES)(Website overview)
September 1, 2007... This company's redesigned Polymer Products website, www.rulon-meldin.com, includes a wealth of technical and product information on the entire Rulon[R] and Meldin[R] product lines from a glossary of materials to specifications that include...

Ask Dr. Dave.
September 1, 2007... QUESTION: We are looking for a compatible duct sealant that is resistant to concentrated nitric acid. The installation will use 316 stainless steel to vent activities in a laboratory fume hood. ANSWER: Nitric acid is one of the most...