Dec 13

Five Considerations When Selecting PSA Tape for Any Substrate

December 13, 2024 11:45 AM

When choosing a pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tape for your application, it’s critical to understand the materials you want to bond together and the application operating environment. The level of adhesion, bond strength, and durability will vary depending on the combination of substrates and the type of PSA tape you choose. Here are five important questions to ask before you make a selection.
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Dec 12

H.B. Fuller’s quest to label reusable glass with water-based adhesives

December 12, 2024 11:35 AM

As sustainability gains global momentum, industries are rethinking processes to minimize waste, conserve resources, and align with the principles of the circular economy. The beverage sector, particularly breweries and mineral water producers, face unique challenges with reusable glass bottles, where efficient labelling and bottle cleaning are critical.
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Dec 11

2024 ASI Top 20: Leading Global Manufacturers of Adhesives and Sealants

December 11, 2024 10:50 AM

Annual ASI Top 20 list of leading global adhesive and sealant manufacturers utilizes sales figures and other details for finished adhesives and sealants, as well as related products such as tapes and labels.
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Dec 10

Global TPE Market Stays Stable as December Approaches, Amid Weak Demand and Feedstock Price Fuctuations

December 10, 2024 10:40 AM

As December 2024 approaches, the global Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) market has experienced stablity in key regions, including NorthAmerica and Europe, despite fuctuations in feedstock pices and varied demand conditions. While production costs were impacted bychanges in Styrene prices, the sufficient availability of TPE in the market prevented manufacturers from increasing prices.
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Dec 09

Global Trade Poised for Historic $33 Trillion Surge in 2024, But Tariff Uncertainty Threatens Growth

December 9, 2024 10:30 AM

Global trade is poised to achieve a historic $33 trilion in 2024, marking a signifcant milestone despite ongoing economic and geopoliticachallenges, The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNcTAD) revealed on Thursday that alobal trade is expected togrow by 3.3% this year, with services trade playing a key role. However, this record performance may be shortlived as rising risks, includingtrade wars and shifting policies, threaten to cloud the outlook for 2025.
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Dec 06

The Benefits of Using PSA Tapes in Exterior Building Solutions

December 6, 2024 4:45 PM

PSA tapes are growing as an alternative to liquid adhesives and traditional fastening technologies in building and construction applications, such the high-growth metal building systems segment.
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Dec 05

Butadiene Market Feels the Strain in China and Germany, Prices Decline in November

December 5, 2024 4:45 PM

In late November 2024, Butadiene markets in both China and Germany have shown significant signs of strain, driven by weak demand, oversupply, and ongoing economic challenges in key sectors. In both the regions, a complex interplay of supply-demand for Butadiene and frail position of the downstream markets have kept the market sentiments southwards.
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Dec 04

H.B. Fuller Announces Two New Acquisitions

December 4, 2024 4:35 PM

H.B. Fuller Co. has signed agreements to acquire two leading medical adhesive technology companies: GEM S.r.l. and Medifill Ltd. When combined, the two companies are expected to generate 2024 net revenue and adjusted EBITDA of €23 million and €11.5 million, respectively. They will operate within H.B. Fuller’s Hygiene, Health & Consumable (HHC) Adhesives Global Business Unit (GBU).
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Dec 02

Impact of Trump’s Tariff Proposals on the U.S. SBR Market: Anticipations and Implications

December 2, 2024 4:25 PM

The U.S. market is abuzz with reactions to Donald Trump’s recent election campaign promises, which include imposing tariffs on imports of various commodities. This policy has sparked concerns across industries, with significant implications for consumers, manufacturers, and specific commodities like Styrene-Butadiene Rubber (SBR). As these proposals loom on the horizon, market participants are preparing for potential disruptions that could ripple through supply chains and pricing structures.
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Dec 01

Lightweight TPE Incorporates Recycled Content

December 1, 2024 11:50 AM

Glass bubbles combine with 10 to 60% recycled content to deliver lightweight, sustainable materials for mobility, power tool, and sports applications.
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Nov 30

EXCLUSIVE: Trump’s Stringent Tariffs to Open Doors for China-Mexico-Canada Alternatives

November 30, 2024 4:30 PM

US President Elect Donald Trump has vowed to impose heavy tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China to restrict trade from these countries. While these tariffs can very well trigger a trade war, other countries – especially the developing ones – stand to gain a lot from the hike.
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Nov 28

How Adhesive Tapes Support the Clean-Energy Transition

November 28, 2024 6:00 PM

The renewable energy sector is gearing up to expand capacity to meet the ambitious target set by Europe’s Renewable Energy Directive.
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