It turns out that watching paint dry might not be as boring as the old adage claims. A team led by Yale University researchers has come up with a new technique to study the mechanics of coatings as they dry and peel and has discovered that the process is far from mundane.
In the second quarter of 2010, global specialty chemicals supplier Cognis continued its positive performance from the first quarter, achieving the best half-year results in the company’s history.
Nordson Corp. has reported third-quarter sales that were strongly improved over the same period a year ago and all-time quarterly records for operating profit, net income and diluted earnings per share.
IMCD Group B.V. has reached a binding agreement with Warwick International Group Ltd., based in Mostyn, North Wales, for the sale of its specialty chemical distribution companies.
On June 30, 2010, the Annual General Meeting of ALTANA AG adopted a resolution to transfer the remaining shares to the majority shareholder SKion GmbH in return for a cash compensation of EUR 15.01 per share.
Gaco Western, manufacturer of elastomeric coatings and polyurethane spray foam for the construction and waterproofing industries, announced that Pat Hatem will join the company as the new Vice President of Operations at its manufacturing facility in Waukesha, WI.
Michelman’s push to better serve its Pacific Rim customers is continuing with key hires and promotions within the company’s Asian Chemical Specialties commercial team.
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