PPG has announced the initial launch of the PPG BOUNDLESS CA6500 series of innovative topcoats for the general aviation market in the U.S. and Canada. Specifically tailored for light aircraft and helicopters, the series is comprised of low-volatile organic compound (VOC) polyurethane coatings, which are designed to provide excellent durability, performance, and appearance characteristics. This…
GM invests in Advanced Design Center in California
General Motors (GM) announced a more than $71 million investment to establish a new campus in Pasadena, California, for GM’s Advanced Design Center operations — a move that will substantially increase the center’s capacity and create more jobs in the area. The nearly 149,000-square-foot campus will make room for expanded advanced technology teams that will…
From mining in Minnesota to a global corporation
When a handful of colleagues set up shop in Minnesota more than a century ago, not one would have predicted their efforts would lead to a multinational conglomerate corporation, with global corporate operations in 70 countries and sales offices in another 200 locations. The founders of 3M Company — an acronym for Minnesota Mining and…
DuPont acquires Laird Performance Materials
DuPont announced that it has successfully completed the acquisition of Laird Performance Materials, a global provider in high-performance electromagnetic shielding and thermal-management solutions. Laird Performance Materials’ offerings complement ICS’ portfolio in flexible laminates, dry-film photoresist, specialty films, and plating chemistries. “I’m pleased to welcome our very talented Laird Performance Materials colleagues to DuPont,” said Ed…
Double-sided tapes gaining popularity as reliable fastening systems
The $6 billion global market for double-sided tapes is poised for strong expansion through 2025, according to the Freedonia Group. In fact, the analysis forecasts global double-sided tape demand will grow five percent per year to 2.6 billion square meters in 2025. Double-sided tapes typically include three components: backing, pressure-sensitive adhesive, and one or more release coatings. Boosting…
Dow launches digital training program on electronics assembly
Dow is launching an updated training program that helps its distribution partners learn more about silicone materials for use in electronics protection and assembly applications. The training program adds new online learning modules in addition to the in-person sessions that have been held regularly at Dow facilities and labs. Previously, the Academy training was a…
H.B. Fuller and Covestro join forces to make adhesives more sustainable
H.B. Fuller, a global adhesives provider, has announced a strategic partnership with Covestro, one of the world’s largest polymer suppliers. The aim is to deliver an adhesive with a reduced climate impact for the woodworking, composites, textiles, and automotive industries. “We are driven by the very present need to reduce CO2 emissions and look after the…
DuPont named winner of GM overdrive award
DuPont Mobility & Materials (M&M) won the prestigious GM Overdrive Award for its BETASEAL 900 EI electrically-isolating sealant in the “Accelerate Innovation” category. DuPont was one of only five companies in that category to be selected for this coveted award in 2020. The award was announced during a virtual ceremony honoring the recipients of GM’s…
Master Bond develops new NASA low-outgassing, silver-filled epoxy
Master Bond EP41S-5ND Black is a two-part, NASA, low-outgassing rated epoxy with strong chemical resistance to acids, bases, alcohols, and fuels. Most significantly the new formula withstands liquid immersion in harsh chemicals such as methylene chloride, phenol (10%), and nitric acid (30%). This system contains no solvents and cures at room temperature, or more rapidly…
Avery Dennison Performance Tapes to expand Ohio manufacturing facility
Avery Dennison Performance Tapes has announced plans to expand its Painesville, Ohio, manufacturing facility by approximately 32,000 square feet. The company is a multinational manufacturer and distributor of pressure-sensitive adhesive materials, tapes, labels, and more. Groundbreaking is scheduled for September 2021, with a completion date of mid-2022. Product manufacturing is targeted for July 2022. The…