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    Today, many plants run on slim profit margins, so best practices and trends highlighting ways to save costs, minimize expenses and reduce overspending are more prudent than ever.

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    How Much Do Chemical Engineers Make in 2024? Chemical Industry Salaries Continue to Rise

    Amanda Joshi
    Annual survey reveals continued positive job outlook and earnings despite a dip in hiring.
    Trump administration impact on regulations

    How Will Trump Impact Regulations?

    Let us know how the upcoming Donald J. Trump administration may impact your company.
    President-Elect Trump's impact on chemical industry

    Election 2024 Recap: Chemical Industry Sees Regulatory Relief in Trump's Return

    Jonathan Katz
    As manufacturers welcome a potential rollback of Biden-era rules, experts warn companies must still answer to shareholders and customers on environmental commitments.

    [eBook] Reshoring Manufacturing: Progress and Challenges

    This eBook provides a collective analysis of reshoring efforts across several major manufacturing industries — wastewater, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, chemical and plastics...

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    Teijin Group, Circularise to Partner on Supply Chain Traceability

    Amanda Joshi
    Dec. 17, 2024
    Partnership aims to enhance the traceability of high-performance materials in a circular economy.
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    Mergers and Acquisitions

    The Business Side: Hexion, ABB and Siemens Report Acquisitions

    Amanda Joshi
    Dec. 4, 2024
    The latest business moves aim to expand industry offerings in AI technology, NEMA vertical pump motors and high-pressure fire suppression technology.
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    Arkema Buys Dow's $250M Packaging Adhesives Business

    Jonathan Katz
    Dec. 3, 2024
    French chemical firm expands Bostik segment, expects $30M EBITDA synergies by 2029.
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    Trump's Proposed 25% Tariffs Threaten Canadian Chemical Industry's Growth

    Jonathan Katz
    Dec. 2, 2024
    Canada's chemical shipments forecast to grow 1%-4% in 2025, but U.S. tariffs and upcoming elections could disrupt industry projections.

    White Papers: In Depth Research

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    Special Report: Pay Attention to Water

    Nov. 18, 2014
    Economic growth, industrialization and population growth are driving the increasing demand for water, while factors such as climate change, pollution and regulation are affecting...
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    Chemical Industry Economist Predicts Short, Shallow Recession Followed By Rebound

    Traci Purdum
    July 14, 2023
    American Chemistry Council’s economist notes the industry will see the recovery happen before other manufacturing sectors.
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    Project Management: Master The Art Of Early Ordering

    Andrew Sloley, Plant InSites columnist
    June 26, 2023
    Early purchasing is done when time is critical. Experienced engineers are required to balance factors and make quick decisions to reduce time from concept to execution.

    What The Bank Failure Means For the Chemical Industry

    March 24, 2023
    Major step down in GDP growth or a contraction would crater demand in an already weak environment.
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    State Of The Union

    Did Biden’s State of the Union Address American Chemistry Council Concerns?

    Traci Purdum
    Feb. 8, 2023
    A comparison of what the ACC wanted to hear and what President Biden said