Wacker Chemie AG, a leading producer of state-of-the-art binders and polymeric additives based on polyvinyl acetate and vinyl acetate copolymers, recently announced that it is expanding its existing production plants for polymeric binders in Germany.

Scientists at US Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) have developed a transparent thermoplastic elastomer armor to reduce weight.

Maroon Group LLC, one of the fastest growing specialty chemical distributors in North America, announced on March 1, 2017 that it has acquired Lincoln Fine Ingredients, a national distributor of specialty chemicals based in Lincoln, RI.

Japan's MORESCO Corporation has recently announced the release of a reactive SBC-based hot melt sealant that can also be foamed. The new sealant is used for headlamp lens, where it would replace butyl rubber. It also finds use in auto interiors.

Henkel announced on March 2, 2017 that it has entered into exclusive negotiations with GCP Applied Technologies to acquire its global Darex Packaging Technologies business for $1.05 billion on a cash and debt free basis.

Techsil has announced the release of two new low halogen adhesives, Vitralit UD 8050 and Structalit 8838, specifically developed to improve adhesive dispensing precision in the production of electronic components.

The major drivers for the global waterborne adhesives market is the rising demand of the packaging industry. Asia Pacific is the dominating market for waterborne adhesives due to the growth of automotive, packaging, and construction industry.

The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded a $225,000 research grant to Louisiana Multi-Functional Materials Group through the LBTC for the development of two-way shape memory polymers (SMP) that can be used as sealants.

Many scientific and technical advances have been inspired by nature, and now frog saliva may hold the secret to another advance in adhesives technology.

According to a new report titled "The Future of Adhesives for Packaging to 2021" published by Smithers Apex, the global rigid packaging adhesives market was valued at $14.7 billion in 2016. The market is anticipated to reach $18.2 billion by 2021, witnessing a CAGR of 4.3% from 2016 to 2021.

According to a recent report published by MarketsandMarkets, the global cross-linked polyethylene market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 6.42% from 2016 to 2026, reaching $9.43 billion by 2026. It is expected to reach 5,424.9 KT, at a CAGR of 6.40% during the forecast period by volume.

Recochem Inc., a Canadian producer of chemical products and fluids, monitors whether its products are effectively sealed in the packaging process with thermal imaging camera, in order to guarantee product quality and safety.