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Overview of the Global Polyurethane CASE Markets
Summary The PU CASE (Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants and Elastomers) categories, although often overshadowed by the larger foam segments,...
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Nov 27, 20243 min read


Ecogenesis Partners with Algenesis to Develop Eco-Friendly 3D Printing Filaments
California, USA – Biomaterial engineering startup Ecogenesis has joined forces with Algenesis to produce sustainable materials for 3D...
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Nov 25, 20241 min read


Lubrizol Introduces Sancure™ 20898 for High-Performance Coatings
Lubrizol has unveiled Sancure™ 20898, a cutting-edge polyurethane dispersion that expands its advanced portfolio of resin technologies...
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Nov 25, 20241 min read


Turpaz Buys German Flavor Company Schumann
Turpaz Industries has bought German flavor firm Schumann & Sohn GmbH. This is Turpaz's fourth acquisition of the year 2024. The Schumann...
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Nov 22, 20241 min read


SAIP Advance Polyurethane Acquires Linden Polyurethane to Expand Globally
SAIP Advance Polyurethane Equipment, a global leader in polyurethane processing systems, reached a major international milestone. The...
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Nov 22, 20242 min read


Lubrizol and Polyhose to Build TPU Medical Tubing Facility in Chennai
Lubrizol, a global leader in specialty chemicals, and Polyhose, a leader in fluid conveyance systems, have signed a Memorandum of...
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Nov 21, 20242 min read


Skechers to Relocate European Distribution Center to a Larger and Sustainable Facility
Skechers is expanding its European operations with a new, larger distribution centre to support the brand’s growth across the region. The...
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Nov 19, 20241 min read


Robertet Acquires Phasex to Boost its US Market Presence
Robertet, a global leader in natural raw materials for fragrances and flavors, has signed an agreement to acquire Phasex, a U.S.-based...
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Nov 15, 20241 min read


Woodbridge Forms Joint Venture For Automotive Seating Foam
Woodbridge and Chengpeng have entered into a joint venture agreement to manufacture commercial and passenger seat foam. Woodbridge...
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Nov 15, 20241 min read


Evonik Starts Specialty Amine Production in Nanjing
Evonik has officially broken ground on the expansion of its specialty amines plant in Nanjing. This highlights the company’s commitment...
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Nov 14, 20241 min read


Lubrizol Expands Biomass-Balanced TPU Portfolio with New Sustainable Offerings
Lubrizol Advanced Materials has introduced four new biomass-balanced products to its Estane RNW TPU portfolio, furthering its commitment...
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Nov 11, 20241 min read


MANE Opens New Fine Fragrance Creative Centre in Levallois-Perret
MANE, a global leader in the fragrance industry, proudly inaugurated its new Fine Fragrance Creative Centre in Levallois-Perret. Designed...
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Nov 11, 20241 min read


Edlong Announces the Acquisition of Brisan Group
Edlong Corporation, headquartered in Chicago and the Food & Beverage Industry's premier manufacturer of Dairy and Dairy-type Flavors for...
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Nov 8, 20241 min read


Thermal Insulation and Sustainable Building Practices
Thermal insulation is vital in sustainable building practices, as it helps reduce energy consumption, improve comfort, and minimize...
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Nov 8, 20242 min read


Perma-Pipe International Holdings, Inc. Announces $15 Million Contract Awards
Perma-Pipe International Holdings, Inc. awarded $6 million in new projects in the MENA region. In the Americas, the company announced $9...
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Nov 8, 20241 min read


INX Group Acquires Coatings & Adhesives Corporation, Launches New Division
INX Group Limited, a subsidiary of Sakata INX, has completed its acquisition of Coatings & Adhesives Corporation (C&A), a North American...
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Nov 6, 20241 min read


Casper Sleep Inc. to Operate as Subsidiary of Carpenter Co.
Casper Sleep Inc., a widely recognized name in the bedding industry and pioneer of the bed-in-a-box concept, has become a subsidiary of...
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Nov 5, 20241 min read


Pearl Signs Agreement to Produce Polyurethane in Egypt
Systems house Pearl plans to develop polyurethane in Egypt's Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZone). The 5000m2 facility will be built in the...
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Nov 5, 20241 min read


AN OVERVIEW OF THE PU CHEMICALS AND PRODUCTS IN THE AMERICAS 2024
IAL Consultants is pleased to announce the recent publication of the 2024 edition of its report on the markets for Polyurethane Chemicals...
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Oct 30, 20244 min read


Dr Pepper to Buy GHOST, a Disruptive Energy Drink
Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) recently announced a definitive agreement to acquire GHOST Lifestyle LLC and GHOST Beverages LLC, collectively...
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Oct 29, 20242 min read


Givaudan Opens Fine Fragrance Creative Centre in Shanghai
Givaudan, a global leader in fine fragrance innovation, has launched L’Appartement 125 , a cutting-edge Fine Fragrance Creative Centre in...
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Oct 29, 20241 min read


Polyurethane Chemicals and Products Americas – 2024
Part of IAL’s Global PU Database Publication: October 2024 IAL Consultants is pleased to announce the publication of its report on the...
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Oct 28, 20245 min read


Turkish PU Boot Manufacturer Expands Capacity to Meet Rising International Demand
Turkish PU boot manufacturer Ateş AŞ is expanding production capacity at its Adana plant in southern Turkey to meet rising demand in...
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Oct 28, 20241 min read


Kumho Mitsui Chemicals Opens New MDI Plant
Kumho Mitsui Chemicals Inc., an affiliate of Mitsui Chemicals, Inc., has started operations at its newly expanded methylene diphenyl...
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Oct 24, 20241 min read
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